Summary

Dr. Thomas Paxton specializes in thoracic surgery, bringing 38 years of dedicated experience to patient care. He earned his medical degree from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Texas Health System. Dr. Paxton is fluent in both English and Spanish, helping him connect with a diverse patient population.

Dr. Paxton practices at Aiken Regional Medical Centers and serves patients throughout Aiken, South Carolina. He treats conditions such as hypertension and pediatric hypertension, including complex cases involving hypertensive emergencies. His procedural expertise includes contrast echocardiography and transthoracic echocardiograms to evaluate heart function, as well as pulmonary function testing to assess lung health. Patients have rated Dr. Paxton 3.6 out of 5 stars on average for his care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.6
  • 38 years of experience
  • 37 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Texas Health System
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Thomas Patrick Paxton has 6 locations

Aiken Regional Medical Centers

302 University PkwyAiken, SC 29801

Carolina Heart and Vascular Center

137 Miracle DrAiken, SC 29801
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Carolina Heart and Vascular Center

440 Society Hill Dr Ste 202Aiken, SC 29803

Carolina Heart And Vascular Center Southside

440 Society Hill Dr Ste 100Aiken, SC 29803
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Aiken Physicians Alliance Primary Care Southside

420 Society Hill Dr Ste 200Aiken, SC 29803
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Thomas Patrick Paxton, MDDr. Robert Douglas Rice, MDDr. Amel Komic, MDDr. Preston Jeremy Sparks, DO
Thoracic SurgerySurgeryThoracic SurgerySurgery
Accepts New Patients
3.6 
38 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Aiken , SCAugusta , GASavannah , GAThomasville , GA
Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine Med School: Medical College Of Georgia At Augusta University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Thomas Patrick Paxton

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Ambetter - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Clover Health - HMO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicaid
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Select Health of South Carolina - HMO
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC - HMO
  • Tricare
  • United Behavioral Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Thomas Patrick Paxton has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Thomas Patrick Paxton has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations

Certifications, License, & Education

38 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, South Carolina, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Texas Health System

Medical School

University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of MedicineGraduated in 1988

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Dr. Thomas Paxton's office is located at 302 University Pkwy, Aiken, SC, 29801.
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