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Dr. Thomas Bright III, MD

Dr. Thomas Bright III, MD

Urology*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Thomas Bright III, MD is a urologist in Athens, TX and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Bright III has extensive experience in Urinary Calculi & Removal and Urinary Conditions. He graduated from University of Tennessee College of Medicine in 1971. He is affiliated with medical facilities UT Health Tyler and UT Health Athens. He is accepting new patients.

2.8 Star Rating
Based on 21 reviews 2.8 Star Rating (21 reviews)

Practice

1701 S Palestine St Ste A Athens, TX 75751

Make an Appointment

(903) 675-9339

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Bright III specializes in the area of Urology. • See board certifications
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Bright III's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bright III

2.8
21 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 star
38%
38%
4 star
5%
5%
3 star
5%
5%
2 star
5%
5%
1 star
48%
48%

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Curt, Uncaring and Dismissive
There are some great doctors in East Texas. Unfortunately, Dr, Thomas Bright is not one of them. I wish they could teach compassion in Medical School and if they did, Dr. Bright missed that course. I believe in Karma, and someday when he is a senior citizen perhaps people will be as rude and uncaring towards him and his condition.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
2 others found this helpful
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Jul 27, 2022
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Dr Bright has been treating our family and has don
Was an infection that was treated and healed with sulfamethoxazole-tmp ds t
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Vickie Jacobs – Mar 30, 2022
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Excellent care!
Excellent care and communication with Dr. Bright and his staff. I have never had to wait for any length of time for my appointments. I would highly recommend Dr. Bright and his office.
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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Mar 02, 2022
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This visit was better than most he seem concerned about my health.
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
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Feb 19, 2022
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Dr. Bright was a good listener. He was courteous and wanted to make informed, effective decisions regarding what was/is best for me. I had used his diagnosis/prescriptive skills several years ago and look forward to having his expertise again.
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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Happy Patient – Nov 18, 2021
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Dr. Bright was very courteous and helpful. He answered all my questions in a very straight-forward manner.
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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Shelby Davidson – Nov 11, 2021
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Why do I have to give this office a star? Test results are not reported in a timely manner and staff is rude and inconsiderate when you request them. No compassion for stressed out patients and their family. Take your loved one elsewhere.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Newark, NJ – Dec 16, 2017
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I found him courteous and extremely nice. He did everything he was supposed to do as far as my appropriate care. I would recommend him to my friends or family. The staff was absolutely marvelous. They were so helpful. I feel that dr. Bright has put me back on the road to feeling better and recovery from problems and issues that I've been having post cancer.
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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Judith C. in Seven Points Tx – Dec 04, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Thomas Bright III, MD is a urologist in Athens, TX and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Bright III has extensive experience in Urinary Calculi & Removal and Urinary Conditions. He graduated from University of Tennessee...read more

  • Urology

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  • University Of Tennessee College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1971
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Urology®
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Urology
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Locations

Practice

Urology Center of East Texas P.A.1701 S Palestine St Ste A Athens, TX 75751
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Practice

Athens Hospital LLC2000 S Palestine St Athens, TX 75751
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • UT Health Athens

    2000 S Palestine St
    Athens, TX 75751

    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

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

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • UT Health Tyler

    1000 S Beckham Ave
    Tyler, TX 75701
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    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

    73%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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