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Dr. Thomas Ford, MD

Dr. Thomas Ford, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*

Dr. Thomas Ford, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Lake Charles, LA. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital and Ochsner Medical Center Baton Rouge. He is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 6 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (6 reviews)

Practice

4150 Nelson Rd Ste G Lake Charles, LA 70605

Make an Appointment

(337) 310-0440

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Ford is affiliated with CHRISTUS Ochsner Lake Area Hospital Lake Charles, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Ford specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Ford's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ford

4.3

6 ratings
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About Me

biography

Dr. Ford has been practicing orthopedic medicine in his hometown of Lake Charles since July 1983. He provides a wide range of orthopedic services, some of which include joint replacement, fracture care, treatment of arthritis, trigger fingers,...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • University Hosps And Clinics

    Residency Hospital
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Thomas B Ford MD AMC4150 Nelson Rd Ste G Lake Charles, LA 70605
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • CHRISTUS Ochsner Lake Area Hospital

    4200 Nelson Rd
    Lake Charles, LA 70605
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 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

    View all 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

    84%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    8% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • CHRISTUS Ochsner Saint Patrick Hospital

    524 Doctor Michael Debakey Dr
    Lake Charles, LA 70601
    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

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

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital

    701 Cypress St
    Sulphur, LA 70663
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

    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

    View all awards

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

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

    1% 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
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