Thomas O'shea, MD | Bristol, CT | Orthopedic Surgeon

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Dr. Thomas O'Shea treats osteoarthritis and hypertension and performs physical therapy and manual therapy as part of his orthopedic surgery practice. He is affiliated with Baylor Scott and White Medical Center College Station and completed residencies at Fitzsimons Army Medical Center in Aurora, Colorado, and Madigan Army Medical Center. He sees patients in Bristol and Southington, Connecticut. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. O'Shea 4.3 out of 5.

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accepting new patients
4.3

15 Ratings
30 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Transitional Internship, Fitzsimons Army Medical Center, Aurora, CO
6 written reviews
1 specialty
18 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
Male

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

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Thomas O'shea's Ratings and Reviews

4.3

15 Ratings with 6 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 10 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (8) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Had a good bedside manner: (8) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Spent time with me: (8) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (8) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Flexible scheduling: (7) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
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Dr O'Shea was such a nice Dr he always make me comfortable. I would recommend him 100% ??

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

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June 7th, 2024

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The staff was so nice and very professional.. Dr. O’Shea made me feel comfortable and explained everything to me..

Did Well

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

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April 21st, 2024

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No long waiting times. The waiting room is plesant and open. The nurses are very helpful and friendly. Dr. Oshea explained my issue very well and answered all my questions clearly. He took his time and was easy to talk to. A def yes.

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

March 6th, 2024

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Such a Pleasant Dr. Dr. O'shea Made me feel very comfortable talking with him.

Did Well

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

Needs Improvement

November 26th, 2023

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Dr. O’Shea is so kind and listens to me as well as answering my concerns. Everyone at Bristol hospital for my surgery was so comforting and proactive. I felt very safe and relaxed.

Did Well

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

Needs Improvement

June 17th, 2023

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He did knee replacements 71/2 and 8 years ago. After a very short recovery period I have never had a minute of pain and can walk and go up and down stairs like I could before my knees deteriorated.

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

March 27th, 2016

Bristol Health Orthopedics & Spine Health

15 Riverside AveBristol, CT 06010

Tel: (860) 585-3333

Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Fri8:30 am - 3:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Bristol Health Orthopedics & Spine Health-Southington

167 Main StSouthington, CT 06489

Tel: (860) 585-3333

Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Fri8:30 am - 4:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed


Thomas O'shea, MD	Dr. Robert Chase Stockton, DO	Dr. Patrick Bryan Curtin	Dr. Mikail Jayden Koroma, MD
Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.3 (15 Ratings)	4.8 (32 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)	0 (0 Ratings)
	11 Years of Experience	7 Years of Experience	12 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English	Speaks English		Speaks English
Bristol , CT	Wallingford , CT	Meriden , CT	New York , NY
	Med School: Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine, Stratford, New Jersey - Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine	Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine	Med School: Montefiore Medical Center: Einstein Campus (General Surgery)
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Orthopedic Surgery

Allergy
Arthroscopy
Asthma
Bone Fracture
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Herniated Disc
Infectious Disease
Joint Pain/Swelling
Joint Replacement
Knee Osteoarthritis
Knee Surgery
Knee Surgery (Knee Replacement Arthroplasty)
Laminectomy
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
Scoliosis
Sports Medicine
Surgery

Thomas O'shea holds an expired medical license in the state of Connecticut.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Connecticut that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Transitional Internship, Fitzsimons Army Medical Center, Aurora, CO and Madigan Army Medical Center.

NPI Number

Thomas O'shea's NPI number is 1295796076.

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Which hospitals is Thomas O'shea affiliated with?: Thomas O'shea is affiliated with Baylor Scott And White Medical Center College Station.
Does Thomas O'shea accept my insurance?: You can see the insurance plans that Thomas O'shea accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Thomas O'shea speak?: Thomas O'shea speaks English.
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