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Dr. Joel Thompson, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery*•Male•Age 64

Orthopedic Hand Surgery*

Dr. Joel Thompson, MD is an orthopedic hand surgery specialist in Tucson, AZ and has over 27 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Thompson has extensive experience in Hand & Wrist Surgery and Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery. He graduated from University of Arizona in 1996. He is affiliated with medical facilities Northwest Medical Center and Tucson Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

Dr. Joel Thompson, MD

Practice

5301 E Grant Rd Tucson, AZ 85712
Telehealth services available

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(520) 784-6200
Telehealth services available

Accepting new patients

(520) 784-6200

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  • Explains Conditions Well
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  • Offers Telehealth
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Dr. Thompson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Thompson

4.8

162 ratings, 118 with a written review
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What went well
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  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
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John K – Nov 26, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
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Shari – Nov 25, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
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S. Engholm – Nov 21, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
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fran braverman – Nov 13, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
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B. Hills – Oct 27, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Norma S. Hamburger – Oct 13, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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FRANK MOSSBERGER – Sep 23, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Betty Kalil Knott – Sep 09, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Stsn E. – Sep 02, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Ann – Aug 26, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mary Gould – Aug 25, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 05, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Russell – Aug 05, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Frank H – Jul 31, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Kathie Lynne Bannister – Jul 14, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Joe Ramirez – Jun 30, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jennifer Cleary – Jun 30, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Danna Wood RN – Jun 16, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 16, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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About Me

Biography

Dr. Joel Thompson, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgery Specialist in Tucson, AZ and has over 27 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Thompson has...Read more

Specialties*

  • Orthopedic Hand Surgery
  • Orthopedic Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

Board Certifications

American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Hand Surgery
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Orthopedic Surgery
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University of Florida

Fellowship Hospital, 2002

University of Arizona Health Sciences Center

Internship Hospital, 1997

University of Arizona

Medical School, 1996

University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix

Medical School, 1996

  • English
  • Spanish

Common Questions and Answers

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    New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Joel Thompson, MD on Healthgrades. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Thompson's profile.

    What are Dr. Joel Thompson, MD's top areas of expertise?

    Dr. Joel Thompson, MD specializes in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery and Hand & Wrist Surgery. See more on Healthgrades.

    What is Dr. Joel Thompson, MD's office address?

    Dr. Thompson's office is located at 5301 E Grant Rd, Tucson, AZ 85712. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

    What languages does Dr. Joel Thompson, MD speak?

    Dr. Joel Thompson, MD is fluent in 2 languages: English and Spanish.

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    Locations

    Practice

    Palo Verde Hospital5301 E Grant Rd Tucson, AZ 85712
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    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Directions

    Practice

    Office12315 N Vistoso Park Rd Oro Valley, AZ 85755
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    Northwest Medical Center6200 N La Cholla Blvd Tucson, AZ 85741
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    Practice

    Tucson Orthopaedic Institute Professional Corp.6320 N La Cholla Blvd Ste 200 Tucson, AZ 85741
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    Tucson Medical Center

    5301 E Grant Rd
    Tucson, AZ 85712
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
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    Northwest Medical Center

    6200 N La Cholla Blvd
    Tucson, AZ 85741
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    70%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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