Dr. Tom Thomas, MD
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery ·
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Age 45
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Dr. Tom Thomas, MD is an otolaryngology-head and neck surgery specialist in Boston, MA and has been practicing for 7 years. He graduated from HOWARD UNIV COLL OF MED in 2005 and specializes in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery, sleep medicine otolaryngology, and more.Read his story
Insurance Accepted
- Aetna
- Amerihealth
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
- Cigna
- Commercial Insurance Company
- Connecticare
- Fallon Community Health Plan
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Peritonsillar Abscess
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more than 99% of peers
Oral Cancer
very high
more than 99% of peers
Head and Neck Cancer
very high
more than 99% of peers
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Dr. Thomas' bio
This content was provided by Dr. Thomas "Comprehensive head and neck cancer care"
Care Philosophy
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6 Specialties
- Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
- Ear, Nose, and Throat
- Head and Neck Endocrine Surgery
- Otolaryngic Skull Base Surgery
- Sinus Surgery
- Sleep Medicine Otolaryngology
1 Board Certifications
- Plastic Surgery within the Head & NeckAccredited by: American Board of Otolaryngology*
60 Conditions Treated
- Abscess
- Acute Laryngitis
- Acute Sinusitis
- Acute Tonsillitis
- Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
- Allergic Reaction
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Brain and Nervous System Cancer (incl. Gliomas, Astrocytoma, Schwannoma, Medulloblastoma, Chordoma)
- Cancer
- Chronic Adenoid Infection
- Chronic Laryngitis
- Chronic Neck Pain
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Chronic Tonsillitis
- Conductive Hearing Loss
- Cough
- Deviated Septum
- Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis)
- Dysphagia
- Ear Ache
- Enlarged Turbinates
- Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
- Eyelid Disorders
- Fracture
- Gum Cancer
- Head and Neck Cancer
- Head or Neck Lump or Swelling
- Hoarse Voice (Dysphonia)
- Laryngeal Cancer
- Larynx Conditions
- Leukoplakia
- Lip Cancer
- Malignant Bone Cancer of the Skull, Face, and Jaw
- Nosebleed
- Oral Cancer
- Osteosarcoma
- Otitis Media
- Outer Ear Infection
- Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
- Perforated Eardrum
- Peritonsillar Abscess
- Pharyngitis
- Salivary Gland Cancer
- Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
- Sinusitis
- Sjögren's Syndrome
- Sleep Apnea
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma of Head, Face, and Neck
- Sore Throat
- Throat Cancer (Hypopharyngeal)
- Throat Cancer (Nasopharyngeal)
- Throat Cancer (Oropharyngeal)
- Thyroid Cancer
- Tongue Cancer
- Tonsil Cancer
- Tonsillitis
- Vocal Cord Nodule
- Vocal Cord Paralysis
- Vocal Cord Polyp
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42 Procedures
- Ablation or Excision of Nasal Turbinates
- Adenoidectomy
- Antrostomy and Antrotomy (Sinus Surgery)
- Caldwell-Luc Procedure
- Cervical Lymph Node Dissection
- Craniectomy, Craniotomy, Surgery of Skull Base, Neuroendoscopy
- Dacryocystorhinostomy
- Diagnostic Nasal and-or Sinus Endoscopy
- Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn (incl. Negative Pressure Wound Therapy)
- EMG (Electromyography)
- ENT Surgery
- Ethmoidectomy (Sinus Surgery)
- Excision of Parotid, Sublingual, or Submandibular Gland
- Excision or Destruction of Dentoalveolar Lesion or Tumor
- Excision or Destruction of Palate or Uvula Lesion
- Excision or Destruction of Pharynx Lesion
- Excision or Destruction of Tongue Lesion
- Glossectomy
- Head and Neck Surgery
- Intranasal or Sinus Procedure
- Laryngectomy and Pharyngectomy
- Laryngoscopy - Laryngotomy - Laryngectomy - Pharyngolaryngectomy - Pharyngectomy
- Laryngoscopy and Laryngotomy
- Lip, Excision or Resection
- Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
- Lymphadenectomy With Robotic Assistance
- Nasal Septum Surgery (Septoplasty)
- Nose Plastic Surgery (Rhinoplasty)
- Parathyroidectomy
- Sinus Surgery
- Sphenoidectomy (Sinus Surgery)
- Sphenoidotomy (Sinus Surgery)
- Steroid Injection
- Tear Duct Surgery
- Thyroid Lobectomy
- Thyroidectomy
- Thyroidectomy or Thyroid Lobectomy
- Tonsillectomy
- Tracheal Surgery
- Uvulectomy
- Vestibule and Floor of Mouth, Excision or Destruction
- Wound Repair
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Background Check
0 Malpractice Claims
No malpractice history found for Massachusetts.
0 Sanctions
No sanctions history found for the years that Healthgrades collects data.
0 Board Actions
No board actions found for the years that Healthgrades collects data.
Education
- HOWARD UNIV COLL OF MEDMedical School | Graduated 2005
- Mayo Clinic-RochesterInternship Hospital | Completed 2007
- Washington University In St Louis School of MedicineResidency Hospital | Completed 2010
- Hospital University of PennsylvaniaFellowship Hospital | Completed 2011
Awards & Recognition
Awards & Honors
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Media & Publications
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Languages Spoken
- English
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I came to Dr Thomas for removal of a Thyroid Glossal Duct Cyst. Much to our surprise, there turned out to be a malignancy in the cyst. Even though it was a common form of thyroid cancer in the early stages, Dr Thomas insisted on removing my thyroid within the week. I couldn't ask for a more...Read More
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1Jill G in Hillsborough – Oct 18, 2018
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I feel very blessed to have been referred to Dr.Thomas and for him to provide my cancer care. I was diagnosedwith squamous cell carcinoma of the parotid gland which had also spread to adjacent lymph nodes. Dr thomas's skill and expertise as a cancer/plastic surgeon shined brightly in a 4.5 hour...Read More
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2Ken in Warren, NJ – Sep 26, 2018
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Dr Thomas helped in facilitating my surgery with my Thyroid Cancer. He was very informative, thoughtful, caring and went out of his way in providing great service to me and my family. I would definitely recommend Dr Thomas to my family and friends. Thank you Dr Thomas!
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2JRM in TX – Sep 24, 2018
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I was seeing Doctor Thomas for a reoccurring issue. I was so scared and nervous thinking about having another surgery. Dr. Thomas was very patient , informative, and helpful with answering all of my questions I had. He made me feel very comfortable with everything that was happening. I wish he was...Read More
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5Brittany O. in Piscataway , NJ – Jul 21, 2018
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I saw Dr. Thomas because I needed to have my parathyroid removed. From beginning to end I felt that I was in excellent hands. Dr. Thomas explained everything to me in a very thorough, warm and calm way. He was very welcoming of my questions and his responses reflected knowledge and care. I felt...Read More
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4Arlene Swotinsky in Morris Plains, NJ – Jun 14, 2018
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