Summary

Dr. James Thomas is a rheumatologist who focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions that affect the joints, muscles, and connective tissues. He earned his medical degree from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Alabama Hospital. With over five decades of clinical experience, Dr. Thomas brings extensive knowledge to his practice. He is fluent in Spanish, Chinese, English, and French.

Dr. Thomas practices at Vanderbilt Rheumatology in Nashville, Tennessee, and maintains hospital affiliations with Nashville General Hospital. He specializes in treating joint pain and stiffness that can significantly impact daily activities. His patients benefit from his expertise in managing knee pain and other joint-related discomfort. Dr. Thomas incorporates various therapeutic approaches into his treatment plans, including physical therapy techniques and strength training programs to help patients regain mobility and function.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 53 years of experience
  • 8 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Chinese, English, French
  • University Of Alabama Hospital
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Vanderbilt Rheumatology

1301 Medical Center DrNashville, TN 37232

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Speaks Spanish, Chinese, English, French Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Nashville , TNFranklin , TNNashville , TNMt Juliet , TN
Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: East Tennessee State University J H Quillen College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Ibadan College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James W Thomas

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Devoted Health
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. James W Thomas has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James W Thomas has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Asthma
  • Gout
  • Hay Fever (Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis)
  • Lupus
  • Nasal Allergy (Rhinitis)
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Rheumatic Diseases
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Rheumatologist
  • Tendinitis

Certifications, License, & Education

53 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Alabama Hospital

Medical School

University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of MedicineGraduated in 1973

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Dr. James Thomas is affiliated with Nashville General Hospital.
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Dr. James Thomas's office is located at 1301 Medical Center Dr, Nashville, TN, 37232.
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