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Dr. Paul Thomas, MD

Dr. Paul Thomas, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*

Dr. Paul Thomas, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Lawrenceburg, TN. Dr. Thomas has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery and Knee & Lower Limb Surgery. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Maury Regional Medical Center and Southern Tennessee Regional Health System Pulaski. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 120 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (120 reviews)

Practice

1605 S Locust Ave Ste 101 Lawrenceburg, TN 38464
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Thomas is affiliated with Maury Regional Medical Center Columbia, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for orthopedic surgery.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Thomas specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Thomas' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Thomas

4.7
120 ratings, 90 with a written review
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THE BEST!
I Have Had Shoulder & Knee Surgery With Dr Paul Thomas & He Is The Best I Will Not Go To Anyone Else He Treats You Like Family & Cares About His Patient You Could Not Ask For A Better Doctor!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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May 30, 2023
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I have seen Dr.Thomas over 20 years about my knees he did a complete knee replacement the thing I love most is he pray before the surgery that is why I chose him he has a great personality and concerned about your care I needed knee replacement for years but he never forced it on me he waited until I was ready and that's exactly what he told me you let me know when you are ready. He works with his patience on your time. He has moved several times and I follow him wherever he goes that's how much I appreciate him. I would not have anyone but him because I trust him
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 25, 2023
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He has done knee surgery on me and my wife. Great doctor.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Ted King – Apr 03, 2023
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Moved South
My wife and I have been patients of Dr Thomas since 2000. I hate he has left B&J. It is my understanding that he has gone to Lawrenceburg and is practicing ay Southern TN Orthopedic & Spine Center. I may have to start traveling.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Mark Stewart – Mar 03, 2023
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BEST DOC BAR NONE!
DR. THOMAS TOOK CARE OF ME MORE THAN A FEW TIMES. HE IS A KIND AND COMPASSIONATE MAN, WITH A HEART FOR PEOPLE & HEALING. I CALLED TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT W/HIM & DISCOVERED HE WAS NO LONGER AT BONE & JOINT. I'M INCREDIBLY SAD HE ISN'T; & I HAVE NO IDEA WHERE HE WENT BUT WOULD LOVE TO SEE HIM AGAIN AS A PATIENT. IF ANYONE KNOWS WHERE HE WENT; PLEASE POST!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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PAM WISER – Mar 01, 2023
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Cathy
I love Dr. Thomas such a good doctor and takes time with you. But he is not with The Bone & Joint in Franklin anymore found that out this morning don't know where he went. If anyone knows i would to know where he is at now.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Cathy – Feb 24, 2023
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World-Class Surgeon, Team and Facility
Every aspect of the experience was smart, considerate and confidence-building. Dr. Thomas and his team are the model of what a specialty practice should be — attentive, good communicators and best-in-class caregivers. Multiple friends referred me to Dr. Thomas, and I would hot hesitate to do the same.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Gary Brandon – Oct 22, 2022
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He performed Total Hip Replacements on both Hips, nine months apart. He did an absolutely excellent job! He deserves One Million Stars!!! Sheila Bobo, Patient in 2020 and 2021…!!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Sheila Bobo – Aug 16, 2022
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Horrible beside Manor. Nurses apologized to us after he went off on my daughter and had my wife crying. The only reason I came to the visit is because my wife said he was rude on a previous visit. I sat quite until he shouted at my wife and then it got ugly. He is an arrogant man and the girls in his office were scared to death of him. I have friends who referred the man who can not believe it. But if you check his reviews he has done this in the past and will continue to do so. I can only hope to meet him in a public setting and will embarrass him in front of everyone.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Russell Jones – Jul 27, 2022
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A wonderful and thoughtful doctor
Dr. Thomas is thorough and explained in detail his thoughts on my condition. He answered questions and made great recommendations on what I could do to avoid surgery. I highly recommend.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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John – May 26, 2022
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Left knee and ankle pain
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 23, 2022
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He’s candid knowledgeable no nonsense and knows his stuff
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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John – Feb 23, 2022
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Thorough, caring and quite skilled.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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JC – Feb 19, 2022
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Dr. Thomas is a great guy! I appreciate his knowledge and expertise and bedside manner! The staff is great and really care for the patients! I will give 5 stars and recommend to go the doctor that has care and compassion. God bless all of you! Pastor Chris Ball
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 29, 2021
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The visit went very well! Staff was very nice. Dr. Thomas is so kind and I could understand every detail about his prognosis. The shots were easy to take and I felt great the next day. I didn't realize how much better I could walk with out worrying if I was going to have pain when I took a step. Thanks so much
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Susan Erwin – Oct 13, 2021
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Initial visit for joint replacement. All great except delays from covid have pushed surgery out almost 90 days due to hospital shutdowns. Not the Dr’s fault, but the fear driven current culture. Enjoyed meeting and expect great results when my time comes for surgery.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Bill – Jul 03, 2021
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PROBLEM- Have been suffering from continuing knee pain after work injury in October which made working and walking painful all the time. Workman’s comp doctor (Not Dr.Thomas) said osteoarthritis pre existing not covered and the work injury ligament strain was healed even though I was still in pain. He would not elaborate why I was still in pain. Just said if I wanted further would need to come back under my private insurance. WITH DOCTOR THOMAS got primary care physician referral and made appointment with Doctor Thomas. I got an appointment for the very next day. Had GREAT service. His staff was friendly took a lot of X-rays in different angles that I didn’t get at TOA. He introduced himself, looked me in the eyes and shook my hand. He took time to explain my issue (water under my knee cap) and what needed to be done to help me. Gave me a shot and am scheduled for 1 more in a few weeks. RESULT- walking around house and work for first time in 8 months without knee pain. YEAH!!!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Vergena Forbes – Jun 12, 2021
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Very satisfying so far. He discussed and explained the procedure to me very well
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Larry T – Jun 05, 2021
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Thank goodness a friend recommended Dr. Thomas. A year after surgery for a tibia plateau fracture, I finally found a doctor who will work with me on a plan to help me walk normally and address the pain. I’m encouraged!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Iva Lohden – May 12, 2021
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This man knows what he is doing. He's personable, direct, which I like, and is totally honest in his approach.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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G. Miller – May 05, 2021
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About Me

biography

Paul Thomas, M.D., is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon who specializes in sports medicine. He has treated local, collegiate and Olympic athletes since earning his medical degree from the University of Tennessee Center for Health...read more
  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Sports Medicine

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  • Campbell Fdn

    Residency Hospital, 1988
  • University Tenn Center Health Scis

    Internship Hospital, 1984
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Office1605 S Locust Ave Ste 101 Lawrenceburg, TN 38464
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 12:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Practice

Williamson Medical Center Lymphedema/Wound Care Therapy4323 Carothers Pkwy Ste 201 Franklin, TN 37067
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Practice

Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee Inc.3000 Edward Curd Ln Franklin, TN 37067
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Wayne Medical Center

    103 Jv Mangubat Dr
    Waynesboro, TN 38485

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    94%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    12% higher than the national average

    89%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Maury Regional Medical Center

    1224 Trotwood Ave
    Columbia, TN 38401
    Recipient of 15
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in back and neck surgery, spinal fusion, hip fracture treatment, hip replacement, and total knee replacement

    Joint Replacement Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in back and neck surgery, spinal fusion, hip fracture treatment, hip replacement, and total knee replacement

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Southern Tennessee Regional Health System Pulaski

    1265 E College St
    Pulaski, TN 38478

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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