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Dr. Christopher Thomas, DO

Dr. Christopher Thomas, DO

Orthopedic Surgery*

Dr. Christopher Thomas, DO is an orthopedic surgeon in Mount Vernon, WA. Dr. Thomas has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Cascade Valley Hospital and Island Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4 Star Rating
Based on 9 reviews 4 Star Rating (9 reviews)

Skagit Regional Health

211 S 13th St Mount Vernon, WA 98274

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Thomas is affiliated with Island Hospital Anacortes, a highly rated hospital.

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
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Thomas' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Thomas

4.0
9 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 star
56%
56%
4 star
11%
11%
3 star
22%
22%
2 star
0%
0%
1 star
11%
11%

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feedback
short scheduled visits, felt hurried to address visit reasons, therefore learned to hurry myself. person who transscribes visits for doctor could occasionally smile. visit notes not always completed, severe delay in MyChart messages, noting doctor doesn't respond nursing does, therefore communication issues.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
Apr 15, 2025
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Pain managment "told to tough it out"
Dr Thomas himself is a gentleman and seems overall like a nice man "civilian" I am not sure if this treatment was him or his nurse but never again will I have surgery here.. My pain management was demoralizing and had to visit ER multiple times to get pain managed which was almost putting me into shock causing me to have serious mental and physical. I have severe p.t.s.d now as a result of this treatment and still after a long time I am in constant pain and have major instability of both shoulder and clavicles as the correct surgery was not done. when I told them that the pain management was not helping, they told me to tough it out. I have never been treated so poorly and misunderstood. I Ahead of time addressed my concern about my pain tolerance and how it has taken higher amount of pain pills to cure pain as I have had more than 7 surgeries starting at age 13 and I was completely demoralized and left to take care of it on my own. I hope this message can help other people and fix
What went well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Jun 12, 2023
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No wait time. I love this doctor. He explains everything well; doesn't dumb-down, lets you partner in your health care; and, best of all, has a great sense of humor. I would recommend him and my clinic to anyone. My daughter switched to this clinic because of my positive experiences
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
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Dec 03, 2021
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Went in to confirm arthritis is causing knee pain and get 1 year prescription of meloxicam 15 mg - Same drug another doctor at same clinic had prescribed last May 2020 Since on going issue I asked for 12 months to get cheaper price at pharmacy. He told me he’d write 6 months - Went to pick it up at pharmacy and was surprised it wasn’t for 15 mg as it was last year . Called office and I’m still waiting for call back saying corrected prescription to be available for pick up at Haggen
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
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Julie Petrzelka – Jul 24, 2021
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Dr. Thomas removed a mucous cyst and bone spur on my dominant index finger. He is very caring and personable. He takes his time to explain everything and answer questions. I felt very comfortable with him and my finger is doing great! I would definitely recommend him.
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
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 29, 2021
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Great Visit
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
Helpful
Michael W Smiley – Apr 16, 2021
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I feel so fortunate to have Dr. Thomas as my physician and surgeon for the repair of my shoulder area. Dr. Thomas is the kind of doctor we all hope to have on our team. He is kind, knowledgeable, skilled and I immediately knew I was in great hands. I want to personally thank Dr. Thomas for repairing my "broken wing" (right shoulder.) You are my hero!
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
Helpful
Judy Sheahan – Apr 14, 2021
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About Me

care philosophy

Christopher Thomas, DO practices Orthopedics and Sports Medicine at Skagit Regional Health. He received his DO from Pacific Northwest University and completed his Residency and Internship at Community Memorial Health System. Dr Thomas sees patients...read more

biography

Christopher Thomas, DO practices Orthopedics and Sports Medicine at Skagit Regional Health. He received his DO from Pacific Northwest University and completed his Residen
  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Sports Medicine

  • Orthopedic Sports Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

American Osteopathic Association®
American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Locations

Skagit Regional Health

Skagit Regional Health211 S 13th St Mount Vernon, WA 98274
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Island Hospital

    1211 24th St
    Anacortes, WA 98221
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Cascade Valley Hospital

    330 S Stillaguamish Ave
    Arlington, WA 98223
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Skagit Valley Hospital

    1415 E Kincaid St
    Mount Vernon, WA 98274
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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