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Dr. Thomas Comfort, MD
Sports Medicine*
30+ years of experience
Dr. Thomas Comfort, MD is a sports medicine specialist in Woodbury, MN and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Minnesota Medical School in 1990. He is affiliated with medical facilities M Health Fairview Lakes Medical Center and M Health Fairview Woodwinds Hospital. He is accepting new patients.
4.2 Star Rating
Based on 41 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (41 reviews)
Twin Cities Orthopedics
4040 Radio Dr Woodbury, MN 55129Make an Appointment
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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Comfort
4.2
41 ratings, 15 with a written review
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Hip Surgery Annual Follow-up
What went well
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
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Feb 01, 2023
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Replaced both knees within the past few months. Results were 100% after each surgery. He and staff are totally professional and caring. If I had more knees and needed work, I'd see him again! I have a medical background and I'm very particular when selecting doctors. I'm about 80 yo so I've seen a few medical doctors and their teams. Don't miss the former knee pain!
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- Appointment scheduling
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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PFCSFL – Apr 04, 2021
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Dr. Comfort & Ashton are very good. I get injection in shoulder & knee and they take care to make it as painless as possible & concerned about how I am doing.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 13, 2021
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Was recommended to Dr. Comfort in 2017 for meniscus tear which resulted in surgery. Went back this year with knee pain and will have replacement surgery soon. Dr. Comfort - along with the whole team - make me feel comfortable, informed, and confident. They are patient with questions and offer explanations this non-medical person can understand. They do not appear judgmental or condescending - which I often find.
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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Feb 13, 2021
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This past year was a great opportunity to have both knees replaced. The first in May and second in November. The results that I have seen under Dr. Comfort and the team at TCO has been amazing. I have reached 143 degree of flection on both knees and full extension. Yes, total knees are somewhat painful, but with the guidance of Dr. Comfort and team, pain management was simply put...not an issue. Riding bike indoors till spring and am looking forward to having an excellent Mtn biking season and back on the snow skis next winter. Cannot say enough about the Excel program at TCO, top notch! Thanks for giving me my lifestyle back! Dr. Comfort, Thank you!
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- 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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Steven G Lindemer – Jan 15, 2021
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Friendly Staff.
Went in for problematic hip.
Dr. Comfort took the time to ask the right questions, extremely knowledgeable and experienced, was sympathetic and had very good bedside manners. Would highly recommend Dr. Comfort.
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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Sheryl – Jan 08, 2021
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I was surprised that hand hygiene was not practiced in the sight of the pt. "Foam in, foam out." If you are wearing gloves, they need to be applied after entering the clinic room and then before leaving.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
- Office environment
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Phyllis Evans – Aug 31, 2020
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I recieved top notch care from Dr. Comfort and his team.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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David K – Jul 30, 2020
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I knew the minute I met him I was in good hands.
What went well
- Listened & answered questions
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No results
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Kay Tennison – Jul 01, 2020
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Dr. Comfort takes the time to explain your condition and the options to engage you actively in the decision-making.
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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Roger of Woodbury – Jan 15, 2020
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Exceeded my expectations! Prior to hip replacement surgery i was told i would be able to do all the things i could before and with out pain. I did not believe, but i was wrong. Ive been left hip pain free since surgery
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No results
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No results
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May 09, 2019
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Phenomenal surgeon! He’s quiet and doesn’t say a lot, but he’s a GREAT listener! (He actually described my accident perfectly in his notes which is crucial for Work Comp cases!) He did an awesome job repairing my wrist (destroyed was the word he used to describe it); you can barely see the scar! He later worked very hard to correct another surgeons screw up on my Work Comp case.
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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Julie Erdahl in Burkesville , KY – Dec 31, 2018
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I had both knees replaced 2 weeks apart. Dr. Comfort and his staff did a great job explaining what was going to happen. Dr. Comfort did a wonderful job on the surgery for both of my knees. I am 8 weeks out for one and 6 weeks out for the other. I have no pain and the scar from my first surgery is starting to go away. I can now walk with out a limp or pain and enjoy my time outside with my grandkids.
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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Bret Swanson in Lino Lakes, MN – Sep 05, 2017
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Saw Dr. Comfort for a torn labrum and impingement syndrome. Surgery was done and I was sent home with no PT required, full weight bearing and exercise "as tolerated." 4 months later I went back for the SAME symptoms and was told after a new MRI it was a "bone bruise" and to rest. With no change in symptoms, I sought a 2nd opinion where it was noted that there was no bone bruise but a lack of labral tissue and more impingement that was not taken care of the 1st time. Just had #2 operation to fix!
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
What could be improved
- 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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St Paul, MN – Feb 09, 2017
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I had an excellent experience with Dr. Comfort and his staff. They were very responsive and concerned that I had all my questions answered.
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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Julie Suess in Brooklyn, NY – Jul 21, 2016
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About Me
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Dr. Thomas Comfort, MD is a sports medicine specialist in Woodbury, MN and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Minnesota Medical School in 1990. He is affiliated with medical facilities M Health...read moreSports Medicine
Emergency Sports Medicine
Sports Preventive Medicine
Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic Sports Medicine
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University Of Minnesota / Twin Cities Campus
Residency HospitalPrivate Practice - Group/partnership
University Of Minnesota Hospital And Clinics
Fellowship Hospital, 1995University Of Minnesota Hospital And Clinics
Internship Hospital, 1991University Of Minnesota Medical School
Medical School, 1990Bowdoin College
Undergraduate School, 1984
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American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
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Orthopedic Surgery
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St. Croix Orthopaedics, PA1875 Woodwinds Dr Ste 200 Woodbury, MN 55125
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St. Croix Orthopaedics, PA1655 Beam Ave Ste 308 Maplewood, MN 55109
St. Croix Orthopaedics, PA5130 Fairview Blvd # 100100 Wyoming, MN 55092
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88%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home4% higher than the national average
78%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well2% higher than the national average
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87%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home78%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
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