Dr. Thomas Cook, MD

Dermatology*MaleAge 62

Dermatology*

Dr. Thomas Cook, MD is a dermatologist in Visalia, CA and has over 28 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine in 1995. He specializes in Dermatology, Dermatologic Surgery, and more.

Dr. Thomas Cook, MD

Thomas F Cook MD

5435 W Hillsdale Ave Visalia, CA 93291

Accepting new patients

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Dr. Cook's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cook

2.9

20 ratings, 5 with a written review
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What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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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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Effie in Visalia, CA – Aug 02, 2019
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Apr 16, 2019
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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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Visalia, CA – Nov 18, 2015
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No malpractice claims found for California
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Dr. Cook accepts

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(559) 734-7650

Dr. Cook accepts the following insurance:

Aetna
Choice Plus POS II
Anthem
Advantage-CA HMO
Advantage-CA PPO
Balanced (Prudent Buyer)-CA PPO
Blue Cross (CACare) - Individual-CA HMO
Blue Cross (CACare) - Large Group-CA HMO
Blue Cross (CACare) - Small Group-CA HMO
Blue Cross (Prudent Buyer) - Individual-CA PPO
Blue Cross (Prudent Buyer) - Large Group-CA PPO
Blue Cross (Prudent Buyer) - Small Group-CA PPO
Blue Cross (Prudent Buyer) - Student Health-CA PPO
Blue Cross-CA HMO-POS
Bronze (Prudent Buyer PPO/ Small Grp)-CA PPO
Bronze EPO (Prudent Buyer / Small Grp)-CA PPO
Bronze EPO (Prudent Buyer EPO/ Small Grp)-CA
Bronze Select (Select PPO/ Small Grp)-CA PPO
Dignity Health Custom Advantage-CA HMO
Dignity Health EPO / PPO-CA
Dignity Health Ventura EPO/PPO-CA
EPO-CA
Gold (CaliforniaCare HMO/ Small Grp) HMO
Gold (Prudent Buyer PPO/ Small Grp)-CA PPO
Gold Advantage-CA PPO
Gold EPO (Prudent Buyer / Small Grp)-CA PPO
Gold EPO (Prudent Buyer EPO/ Small Grp)-CA
Gold Select (Select / Small Grp)-CA HMO
Gold Select (Select PPO/ Small Grp)-CA PPO
Lumenos Plans-CA PPO
MemorialCare Custom-CA PPO
National (BlueCard Basic) PPO
National (BlueCard) PPO
PERS Choice / PERSCare Providers-CA PPO
PERS Select-CA HMO
PERS Traditional-CA HMO
Platinum (CaliforniaCare HMO/ Small Grp) HMO
Platinum (Prudent Buyer PPO/ Small Grp)-CA PPO
Platinum Select (Select / Small Grp)-CA HMO
Platinum Select (Select PPO/ Small Grp)-CA PPO
Select (PERS Select Providers)-CA PPO
Select Plus-CA HMO
Select PPO (Select Network)-CA PPO
Select-CA HMO
Select-CA PPO
Silver (CaliforniaCare HMO/ Small Grp) HMO
Silver (Prudent Buyer PPO/ Small Grp)-CA PPO
Silver Advantage-CA PPO
Silver EPO (Prudent Buyer EPO/ Small Grp)-CA
Silver Select (Select / Small Grp)-CA HMO
Silver Select (Select PPO/ Small Grp)-CA PPO
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Frequently Treated by Dr. Cook

Based on treatment records, we have identified the following as areas of care that Dr. Cook treats more often than their peers. If you are unsure whether Dr. Cook treats other conditions, please contact the office at (559) 734-7650.

Skin Cancer & Excision

Oncologists diagnose and treat cancers of the skin, including melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, and squamous cell carcinoma.Compare with other Skin Cancer & Excision specialists.

Dr. Cook treats at a

high

frequency compared to similar providers

Based on claims data for 9 conditions and procedures

Treatments
Dr. Cook
Similar Providers
Excision of Skin Lesion
Destruction of Malignant Skin Lesion
Actinic Keratosis
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Normal
Frequency
High
Frequency
Very High
Frequency

Cosmetic Skin Procedures

Cosmetic dermatologists diagnose and treat condition of the skin that affect appearance, such as age spots, wrinkles, unwanted hair, and acne scars.Compare with other Cosmetic Skin Procedures specialists.

Dr. Cook treats at a

high

frequency compared to similar providers

Based on claims data for 6 conditions and procedures

Treatments
Dr. Cook
Similar Providers
Excision of Skin Lesion
Destruction of Benign Skin Lesion
Wart Freezing
Hair Loss
Normal
Frequency
High
Frequency
Very High
Frequency

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Dr. Cook's conditions and procedures:

  • Sebaceous Cysts
  • Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
  • Birthmark
  • Acanthosis Nigricans
  • Acne
  • Actinic Keratosis
  • Allergic Reaction
  • Alopecia
  • Athlete's Foot
  • Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
  • Autoimmune Diseases
  • Basal Cell Carcinoma
  • Bedsores
  • Benign Tumor
  • Boil
  • Burn Injuries
  • Cancer
  • Canker Sore
  • Carcinoma in Situ of Skin
  • Cellulitis
  • Cold Sore
  • Contact Dermatitis
  • Dermatitis Due to Drugs
  • Dry Skin
  • Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
  • Eczema and Contact Dermatitis Due to Cosmetics
  • Eczema and Contact Dermatitis Due to Metals
  • Erythema Multiforme
  • Excessive Sweating
  • Folliculitis
  • Foot Conditions
  • Fungal Infections
  • Fungal Nail Infection
  • Genital Herpes
  • Genital Warts
  • Granuloma of Skin
  • Hair Loss
  • Henoch–Schönlein Purpura (HSP)
  • Herpes Simplex Infection
  • Hidradenitis
  • Hives
  • Hypertrophic Scar
  • Impetigo
  • Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
  • Intertrigo
  • Itchy Skin
  • Jock Itch
  • Keloid Scar
  • Lichen Planus
  • Lichen Simplex Chronicus
  • Lipomas
  • Melanoma
  • Molluscum Contagiosum Infection
  • Nail Infection
  • Parapsoriasis
  • Pityriasis Rosea
  • Plantar Wart
  • Poison Ivy
  • Poison Ivy, Poison Oak, or Poison Sumac Poisoning
  • Psoriasis
  • Psoriasis Vulgaris
  • Psoriatic Arthritis
  • Purpura
  • Rash
  • Ringworm
  • Rosacea
  • Scabies
  • Seborrheic Dermatitis
  • Seborrheic Keratosis
  • Shingles
  • Skin Cancer
  • Skin Discoloration
  • Skin Infections
  • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Skin
  • Sunburn
  • Telogen Effluvium
  • Tinea Versicolor
  • Ulcer
  • Varicose Veins
  • Warts
  • Acne Surgery
  • Adjacent Tissue Transfer
  • Biopsy
  • Botox® Injection
  • Destruction of Benign Skin Lesion
  • Destruction of Malignant Skin Lesion
  • Excision
  • Excision of Benign Skin Lesion
  • Excision of Skin Cancer
  • Excision of Skin Lesion
  • Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
  • Melanoma Screening
  • Mohs Defect Reconstruction Surgery
  • Mohs Surgery
  • Mole Evaluation
  • Mole Removal
  • Shaving of Skin Lesion
  • Skin Biopsy
  • Skin Cancer Removal
  • Skin Surgery
  • Skin Tag Removal
  • Wart Freezing
  • Wart Removal

About Me

Biography

Dr. Thomas Cook, MD is a dermatologist in Visalia, CA and has over 28 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Saint Louis University...Read more

Specialties

  • Dermatology
  • Dermatologic Surgery
  • Mohs Micrographic Surgery

Board Certifications

American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Dermatology®
Dermatology

Saint Louis University Health Sciences Center

Residency Hospital

Saint Louis University School of Medicine

Medical School, 1995

  • English
  • Spanish

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What are Dr. Thomas Cook, MD's top areas of expertise?

Dr. Thomas Cook, MD specializes in Cosmetic Skin Procedures and Skin Cancer & Excision. See more on Healthgrades.

What is Dr. Thomas Cook, MD's office address?

Dr. Cook's office is located at 5435 W Hillsdale Ave, Visalia, CA 93291. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

What languages does Dr. Thomas Cook, MD speak?

Dr. Thomas Cook, MD is fluent in 2 languages: English and Spanish.

Affiliated Hospitals

Kaweah Health Medical Center

400 W Mineral King Ave
Visalia, CA 93291
Recipient of 10
hospital awards

America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023, 2022)

Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

85%
Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

1% higher than the national average

76%
Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

2% lower than the national average

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