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Dr. Thomas Paynter, MD

Dr. Thomas Paynter, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Thomas Paynter, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Anchorage, AK and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine in 2005. He is affiliated with Alaska Regional Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 52 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (52 reviews)

Locations

Orthopedic Physicians Alaska

Orthopedic Physicians Alaska3801 Lake Otis Pkwy Ste 300 Anchorage, AK 99508
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Orthopedic Physicians Alaska13015 Old Glenn Hwy Ste 100 Eagle River, AK 99577
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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Paynter is affiliated with Alaska Regional Hospital Anchorage, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for orthopedic surgery.

At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Paynter specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top HospitalJoint Replacement Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Good Patient CarePatients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. See hospitals

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Dr. Paynter's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Paynter

4.6

52 ratings, 45 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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 person found this helpful
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Paul – Mar 09, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Kris Gleason – Mar 06, 2025
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Lance Fitzpatrick – Feb 03, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Dec 15, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Jacqueline Ceparano – Oct 27, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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 person found this helpful
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Emily D – Oct 10, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Mark Mulholland – Jul 18, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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 person found this helpful
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Jun 06, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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 person found this helpful
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Selwyn Jones – Apr 18, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Rodger Morrison – Feb 03, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Dec 14, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Dec 01, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 21, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Sep 30, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Dianne – Sep 23, 2023
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Aug 18, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Jul 16, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Catherine Psarianos – Jul 01, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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 person found this helpful
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May 30, 2023
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SParret – Apr 02, 2023
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About Me

biography

Dr. Thomas Paynter, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Anchorage, AK and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine in 2005. He is affiliated with Alaska Regional Hospital. He is accepting new patients.
  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • University Of Iowa Carver College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2005
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Alaska Regional Hospital

    2801 Debarr Rd
    Anchorage, AK 99508
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Joint Replacement Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

    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

    75%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
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