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Dr. Thomas Towne, MD

Dr. Thomas Towne, MD

Gastroenterology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Thomas Towne, MD is a gastroenterologist in Germantown, TN and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Towne has extensive experience in Esophageal Disorders, Pancreatic Disease, and Gastrointestinal Disorders. He graduated from University of Tennessee College of Medicine in 1977. He is affiliated with medical facilities Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis and Methodist University Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 22 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (22 reviews)

Gastro One

8000 Wolf River Blvd Ste 200 Germantown, TN 38138

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(901) 747-3630

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Towne is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis Memphis, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for gastroenterology.

Dr. Towne is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Towne specializes in the areas of Gastroenterology & Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Surgery Award™ • See hospitals
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. • See hospitals
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Dr. Towne's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Towne

4.8
22 ratings, 6 with a written review
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Dr Towne is the best. He’s caring and very thorough.
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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Rhonda – Feb 19, 2023
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Dr. Towne is one of the most expert and caring gastroenterologists around. He is that rare physician who actually listens to you before he examines you, gives you his opinion, and outlines the best plan for you. I was terrified to get a colonoscopy, and put it off for years because a doctor told me years ago that my petite size and an anatomical defect would make it difficult. I feared perforation. Dr. Towne advised me that although this sometimes can happen during that test, he would use a pediatric scope. He did, and all went well. I would hate to see him stop practicing in the clinic, but maybe we need him to be teaching up and coming medical students/young doctors how to give the best, most compassionate, and most expert medical care possible in Gastroenterology. Kudos to him and a big THANK YOU!
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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Feb 06, 2021
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Dr. Towne always comes in earlier than our appointment and we never have to wait long in waiting room. He explains everything to us and well prepared about my husband history from other doctors. He is easy to get an appointment with and would recommend him to anyone. Thanks Dr. Towne
What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Lenda and Tom Atkins – Oct 12, 2019
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Dr. Towne has been my doctor for 15 years and he has always shown utmost concern for my care, following up and checking in on me. I totally trust his care. He is conservative yet thorough, a great combination only found in a truly top-flight physician.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Mar 19, 2019
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My husband was admitted to the hospital with gallbladder issues. Dr. Towne was great. He and Randy McGee operated on my husband. They were both easy to talk to and they explained everything in detail.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Judy Holcomb in Bartlett, TN – Nov 24, 2017
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He is my hero. He and two other doctors saved my life. I think he is a wonderful 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
5 others found this helpful
Helpful
Lyna Farley in Byhalia, MS 38611 – Oct 28, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Thomas Towne, MD is a gastroenterologist in Germantown, TN and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Towne has extensive experience in Esophageal Disorders, Pancreatic Disease, and Gastrointestinal Disorders. He graduated...read more

  • Gastroenterology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • University Of Tennessee College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1977
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Gastroenterology
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Internal Medicine
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Dr. Towne is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Locations

    Gastro One

    Gastro One - Wolf River Blvd8000 Wolf River Blvd Ste 200 Germantown, TN 38138
    1
    GI Diagnostic and Therapeutic Endoscopy Center - Wolf Park Drive1310 Wolf Park Dr Germantown, TN 38138
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Methodist University Hospital

      1265 Union Ave
      Memphis, TN 38104
      Recipient of 2
      hospital awards

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

      81%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% lower than the national average

      78%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis

      6019 Walnut Grove Rd
      Memphis, TN 38120
      Recipient of 4
      hospital awards

      America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Surgery Award™ (2025)

      Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

      View all awards

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

      82%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% lower than the national average

      77%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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