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Dr. Thomas Short, MD

Dr. Thomas Short, MD

Gastroenterology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Thomas Short, MD is a gastroenterologist in Decatur, AL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Ponce Health Sciences University School of Medicine in 1984. He is affiliated with Decatur Morgan Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 20 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (20 reviews)

Practice

1304 Somerville Rd SE Decatur, AL 35601

Make an Appointment

(256) 260-2333

Dr. Short is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Short specializes in the areas of Gastroenterology & Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Good Communication
    Patients said there was good doctor communication at the hospital. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Short's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Short

4.2
20 ratings, 9 with a written review
5 star
80%
80%
4 star
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3 star
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2 star
5%
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1 star
15%
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Great staff, very friendly. Dr. Short is a wonderful doctor, he listens to you and shows compassion. He explained everything to me and made sure I understood. I trust him completely. Thanks to him and his staff.
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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Kelly Neale – Jun 14, 2022
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When I carried my paperwork by the office his staff was very nice and helpful. This was my second time using Dr. Short. He has a very good bedside manner and puts you at ease. His whole team was great!
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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L. Ellis – Nov 07, 2021
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Dr. Short and his staff are very professional and he is very easy to talk to and knowledgeable. Great bedside 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
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Tami Denney – Mar 10, 2020
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Love Dr. Short! He is a great doctor with a personality that puts you at ease.
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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Donna Barnett in Decatur , AL – Oct 12, 2018
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Dr. Short and his staff are wonderful. Thank You for taking such good care of me!
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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Melanie Parker – Oct 04, 2018
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Dr. Short is thorough and does not hesitate to order additional tests when he thinks they are needed. He is easy to talk to and is concerned for his patients. He spends time with his patients and answers questions thoroughly. Sometimes the front office staff are a little curt.
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
4 others found this helpful
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decatur, al – Apr 03, 2017
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The doctor is a very good doctor but his staff and especially his wife is the problem with this office. His wife is very rude and the staff is taking their attitude from her. I definitely do not recommend this office as long as his wife works there. The staff needs to realize that some of the patients, like myself, is very sick and may not live throughout this year. We do not need that kind of attitude while trying to deal with our illness.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
13 others found this helpful
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Decatur, AL – Jan 10, 2017
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This man is an awesome physician. Communicates very well. Lets nothing slip through the cracks. Very well thought of by other physicians he's referred us to.
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
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C T H in Decatur, AL – Jul 15, 2016
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Would not recommend to family or friends with gastro problems. Front staff are just not friendly--don't smile, make eye contact, speak. They act as if you are bothering them. Dr. Short's nurse seemed friendly enough. Dr. Short was okay but offered same spiel/medication that any general doctor/practitioner would. Considering all the tests they supposedly offer...was hoping for something more other than a PPI prescription. Nothing new to see here.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
11 others found this helpful
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Anonymous in Alabama – Jan 27, 2016
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biography

Dr. Thomas Short, MD is a gastroenterologist in Decatur, AL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Ponce Health Sciences University School of Medicine in 1984. He is affiliated with Decatur Morgan Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

  • Gastroenterology

  • Internal 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 Hospital Of Paris

    Fellowship Hospital, 1992

  • E Tenn State University

    Fellowship Hospital, 1992

  • University Va Affil Hosps

    Internship Hospital, 1985

  • Ponce Health Sciences University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1984

  • Vanderbilt University

    Undergraduate School, 1980
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Gastroenterology
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Internal Medicine
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Dr. Short is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Riverside Gastroenterology PC1304 Somerville Rd SE Decatur, AL 35601
    1
    Decatur Digestive Diseases PC2828 Highway 31 S Ste 117 Decatur, AL 35603
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Decatur Morgan Hospital

      1201 7th St SE
      Decatur, AL 35601

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

      83%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower than the national average

      81%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      5% higher than the national average

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