Dr. Steven M. Thomas, MD | Chattanooga, TN | Ophthalmologist

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Dr. Steven Thomas has practiced ophthalmology for 51 years and is affiliated with Erlanger North Hospital. He earned his medical degree from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine and completed his residency there as well. He sees patients in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Thomas 4.67 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

4.7

33 Ratings
51 years of experience
University Of Tennessee Health Science Center
6 written reviews
1 specialty
10 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Thomas' Ratings and Reviews

4.7

33 Ratings with 6 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 7 Minutes

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Provided follow-up after the visit: (11) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
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A wonderful Doctor. Explains everything in detail. Very nice. He has fixed both of my eyes and I feel so blessed Highly recommend.

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June 4th, 2021

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Dr. Thomas is one in a million. He has treated me and several members of my family. He explains things thoroughly and answers questions with patience and courtesy.

August 3rd, 2019

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Dr. Thomas is a very caring, experienced doctor. He takes his time with each patient and explains everything he is doing. He encourages questions and answers them with care and patience. I highly recommend him.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Flexible scheduling

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January 15th, 2019

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My wife and I are patience of Dr Thomas for the past several years. We were out of town and got a serious eye infection in one eye. So serious had to call him early NewYears Day morning. He told me to meet him at his office in30 minutes. I did that. He dianosef that I had no vision in right eye. Could not see the E on the eye chart. He called in prescription drops to use every hour. Saw him for next 3 mornings. He saved my vision in one eye. He’s best of the best in all categories. Cannot not recommend any higher. A true “10” on a1 to10 scale!!

January 12th, 2019

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Despite accidentally hitting the wrong rating (I would give him a 4) I have no complaints about Dr. Thomas. He is kind, thorough, and up to date with the latest information in eye care. Dr. Thomas took time to answer my questions, did not keep me waiting in the waiting room, did not pressure me for a return visit as some doctors are wont to do and offered help getting to my car (since my eyes were dilated). That said, I do wish I'd been warned how much one of the solutions he put in my eyes were going to burn. Over all, on time and a quick in and out made me a happy patient.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

July 30th, 2018

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WHAT A GREAT EXPERIENCE. DR THOMAS IS WONDERFUL AND HIS STAFF IS SO CARING.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

October 28th, 2015

Dr. Steven Michael Thomas

632 Morrison Springs Rd Ste 301Chattanooga, TN 37415

Tel: (423) 778-2020


Dr. Steven Michael Thomas, MD	Dr. Robert Evan Levy, MD	Dr. Edwin Gulledge Grafton Jr, MD	Dr. Asghar Haider
Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology
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51 Years of Experience	12 Years of Experience		11 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Chattanooga , TN	Chattanooga , TN	Cleveland , TN	Hixson , TN
Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine	Med School: University Of South Alabama College Of Medicine		Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine
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Dr. Steven Michael Thomas holds an inactive medical license in the state of Tennessee.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an inactive medical license in the state of Tennessee that expired in 2024.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Tennessee Health Science Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine in 1975.

NPI Number

Dr. Thomas' NPI number is 1275539975.

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Where is Dr. Steven Thomas's office located?: Dr. Steven Thomas's office is located at 632 Morrison Springs Rd Ste 301, Chattanooga, TN, 37415.
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