Dr. Thomas J. Fischer, MD | Indianapolis, IN | Hand Surgery

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Thomas J. Fischer, M.D., is our only native Hoosier (graduated from Butler University), earned his medical degree from the Indiana University School of Medicine and completed his Orthopaedic training at the University of Washington in Seattle. After his hand fellowship at the Indiana Hand to Shoulder Center, he requested an additional six months of microvascular surgery training at Duke University, and six months of hand education at multiple centers in Switzerland and Germany before joining us in practice.

Dr. Fischer is a master educator, with a primary focus on skeletal fixation. Residents from the Indiana University Department of Orthopaedic Surgery rotate with Dr. Fischer for their hand surgery exposure. In addition, he is an active and highly visible part of our fellowship training program.

In addition to publications in scientific journals and presentations before physicians, Dr. Fischer has been recognized for his written and spoken contributions to industry, insurance …company and safety organizations alike.

Currently, Dr. Fischer is the Department Chairman of Hand Surgery at St. Vincent Hospital and Health Services. He is also a Trustee Board member at Butler University. Dr. Fischer serves on numerous committees such as: North American Hand Education Committee starting in February of 2008; American Orthopaedic faculty member starting in April of 1990; and Hand Expert Group starting in January of 2005.

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accepting new patients
4.9

83 Ratings
47 years of experience
54 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Duke University Medical Center
70 written reviews
2 specialties
16 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
5 office locations
Male

Patients consistently praise Dr. Thomas James Fischer for his high level of expertise, particularly in hand and shoulder surgeries, and commend his ability to provide thorough explanations, compassionate care, and effective treatment plans. He is frequently described as knowledgeable, personable, and professional, contributing significantly to many positive surgical outcomes and long-term patient satisfaction. However, some negative remarks include brief mentions of short wait times and one report of an uncomfortable relocation. Overall, Dr. Fischer is highly recommended by his patients, who express regret over his retirement but gratitude for his impactful care.

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Dr. Fischer’s skill and expertise saved a majority of my son’s finger after a terrible accident. With each follow up appointment our admiration for Dr. Fischer grew. We will miss seeing him! Best wishes on retirement!

December 22nd, 2023

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Love him. He will be missed. Excellent doctor and so wonderful with his patients.

December 21st, 2023

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I am so pleased with the results of my surgery! Dr. Fisher moved a tenon from a finger to my thumb on my dominant left hand. Now the finger and thumb both work perfectly. Thank you Dr. Fisher’

December 20th, 2023

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I blessed to know Dr Fisher,He had taken care of my wife’s carpal tunnel and trigger finger also her sister and has also help my mother and just recently took care of trigger finger for me.He is very knowledgeable and skilled in his profession ,truly a great Doctor and hand surgeon.

December 15th, 2023

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Dr. Fischer of Indiana Hand to Shoulder Center is the utmost BEST Professional Doctor that I have ever meet. He is Knowledgeable, Caring and has a Positive and Cheerful Attitude. Thank you Dr. Fischer for years of diligence, patience and professional care??????????????

November 29th, 2023

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I am a new patient of Dr. Fichers, and I must say I am absolutely impressed. He is very thorough with explaining what is going on and why. His attitude is always great and he really puts you at ease.

November 13th, 2023

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Dr Fischer has been my Dr for many years and is extremely knowledgeable and really good surgeon. I was sorry to hear that he is going to retire hard to replace him.

November 1st, 2023

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Dr Fischer is a good doctor and convent location..glad he fixed my hand from hurting

November 1st, 2023

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Staff was friendly and wait time was short. Dr Fischer was thorough in his exam and I trusted his diagnosis and treatment plan.

October 23rd, 2023

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Wonderful doctor, staff is super, therapy department is top notch.

October 13th, 2023

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8501 Harcourt RdIndianapolis, IN 46260

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Indiana Hand To Shoulder Center

1801 N 6th St Ste 300Terre Haute, IN 47804

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Dr. Thomas James Fischer, MD	Dr. Mark Daniel Webster, MD	Dr. Franklin Duane Wilson, MD	Dr. Steven Kris Ahlfeld, MD
Hand Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients		Accepts New Patients
4.9 (83 Ratings)	2.8 (4 Ratings)	3.9 (17 Ratings)	4.4 (8 Ratings)
47 Years of Experience	48 Years of Experience	49 Years of Experience	47 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks Spanish, English	Speaks English
Indianapolis , IN	Indianapolis , IN	Indianapolis , IN	Indianapolis , IN
Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine	Med School: Suny Upstate Medical University College Of Medicine	Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine	Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Medical Doctor, Indiana, 2025, Expired

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Indiana University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1979

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