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Dr. Thomas Skelton, MD

Dr. Thomas Skelton, MD

General Surgery*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Thomas Skelton, MD is a general surgeon in New Bern, NC and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston McGovern Medical School in 2007. He is affiliated with Carolinaeast Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 23 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (23 reviews)

CarolinaEast Surgical Specialists

701 Newman Rd # 2 New Bern, NC 28562

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(252) 633-2081

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Skelton specializes in the areas of Colon & Rectal Surgery & General Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Skelton's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Skelton

4.3

23 ratings, 17 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
17%
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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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Happy Camper – May 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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Adrienne H. – Aug 04, 2023
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 16, 2023
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What went well
  • 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
3 people found this helpful
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geri deines – May 12, 2022
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 25, 2021
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Kathy Jones – May 23, 2021
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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
No results
3 people found this helpful
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annette hernandez – Feb 10, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Erin Peel – Nov 21, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Pat Reynolds in San Antonio, TX – Aug 09, 2018
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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
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dedra Scow in San Antonio, TX – Dec 08, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Chris Siegle in New Braunfels – Aug 23, 2017
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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
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Amanda in New Braunfels, TX – May 31, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
J. in Wimberley, TX – May 08, 2017
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Denise Spain in San Antonio, TX – Mar 27, 2017
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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
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
New Braunfels, TX – Mar 11, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Peggy O'Connor in San Antonio, TX – Dec 11, 2016
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Tim Godwin in San Antonio, TX – Mar 27, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Thomas Skelton, MD is a general surgeon in New Bern, NC and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston McGovern Medical School in 2007. He is affiliated with Carolinaeast Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

  • General Surgery

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  • The Colon And Rectal Clinic Of Houston

    Fellowship Hospital, 2015

  • University Tx-houston The Methodist Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 2008

  • University Of Texas Health Sciences Center At Houston Mcgovern Medical School

    Medical School, 2007

  • Texas A & M University / Main Campus

    Undergraduate School, 2002
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery®
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Colon & Rectal Surgery
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Locations

CarolinaEast Surgical Specialists

CarolinaEast Surgical Specialists701 Newman Rd # 2 New Bern, NC 28562
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Carolinaeast Medical Center

    2000 Neuse Blvd
    New Bern, NC 28560
    Recipient of 5
    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

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