Summary

Dr. Thomas Buddensick is a surgeon who specializes in helping patients achieve their weight loss goals and treating digestive conditions. He earned his medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine and completed his surgical residency at St. Agnes Hospital in Baltimore. With 16 years of experience in surgery, Dr. Buddensick has developed expertise in both minimally invasive procedures and comprehensive weight management approaches. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Buddensick practices at multiple locations throughout Arizona, including Tempe, Tucson, Mesa, Glendale, and Phoenix, with his primary affiliation at Mercy Gilbert Medical Center. He focuses on treating obesity and conditions like acid reflux and GERD that often improve with weight loss surgery. His surgical expertise includes performing sleeve gastrectomy procedures using laparoscopic techniques and upper gastrointestinal endoscopy for diagnostic and treatment purposes. These minimally invasive approaches help patients recover more quickly while achieving lasting results for their health concerns.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 16 years of experience
  • 25 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • St Agnes Hospital Baltimore
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 9 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Thomas J Buddensick has 9 locations

Weight Loss Institute Of Arizona

1855 E Southern AveTempe, AZ 85282
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Weight Loss Institute Of Arizona

6261 N La Cholla Blvd Ste 201Tucson, AZ 85741
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

Pivot Weight Loss

4860 E Baseline Rd Ste 105Mesa, AZ 85206
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

Arizona Spine And Joint Hospital

4620 E Baseline RdMesa, AZ 85206

Banner Thunderbird Medical Center

5555 W Thunderbird RdGlendale, AZ 85306

Abrazo Scottsdale Campus

3929 E Bell RdPhoenix, AZ 85032

Az Surgical Weight Loss Pllc

1855 E Southern Ave Ste 4Tempe, AZ 85282

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Med School: University Of Maryland School Of Medicine Med School: Georgetown University Med School: Midwestern University Med School: Midwestern University, Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Thomas J Buddensick

  • Aetna
  • Banner Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Medica
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Optum Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - IPA
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Thomas J Buddensick has the following specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

16 Years Experience

Dr. Thomas J Buddensick holds an active medical license in the state of Arizona.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Arizona that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at St Agnes Hospital Baltimore.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Maryland School Of Medicine in 2010.

NPI Number

Dr. Buddensick's NPI number is 1356659031.

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Which hospitals is Dr. Thomas Buddensick affiliated with?
Dr. Thomas Buddensick is affiliated with Mercy Gilbert Medical Center.
Where is Dr. Thomas Buddensick's office located?
Dr. Thomas Buddensick's office is located at 1855 E Southern Ave, Tempe, AZ, 85282.

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