Orthopedics: Athletic Injuries, ACL Reconstruction, Arthroscopic Surgery, Fracture Care
Warner Robins, GA
Most recent review: 1 week ago
Recent
4.9
1.1K Ratings
376 Comments
Dr. Richard Thomas is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon with fellowship training in sports medicine. His special interests are athletic injuries, ACL reconstruction, arthroscopy of the shoulder and knee, fracture care and total joint reconstruction.
Dr. Richard Thomas is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon with fellowship training in sports medicine. His special interests are athletic injuries, ACL reconstruction, arthroscopy of the shoulder and knee, fracture care and total joint reconstruction.
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Dr Thomas reassured me
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
I love Ortho Georgia 5⭐
(3 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
Dr. Thomas, I love how you for entered the room with conversation about the jersey I had on (even though I know nothing about basketball) Most of all really Thank you for listening!
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
personable and listens
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
Great experience, highly recommend Dr Thomas
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
SUCH A CARING PLACE EVERYONE IS ALWAYS SMILING & VERY FRIENDLY LUV THE PLACE
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
Just had reverse shoulder replacement on my left arm July 30. Dr Thomas is a fantastic surgeon. The surgery center from the receptionist to the nurse that got me in my care were all professionals and very kind. I would recommend Dr Thomas and his staff 👍👍👍👍
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
He is very down to the point and I thank him for that.
Dr. Richard Thomas is a board-certified, orthopaedic surgeon with a fellowship in sports medicine. His special interests are athletic injuries, ACL reconstruction, arthroscopy of the shoulder and knee, fracture care, and total joint reconstruction (knee, hip, and shoulder). He is certified to perform a Robotic Arm Assisted Knee Surgery (MAKO) for resurfacing of the knee. Dr. Thomas enjoys working with our youth covering sporting events and providing athletic screenings for high school and college athletes and is a team physician for Mercer University, First Presbyterian Day School. He has acted as team physician for James Madison University, Alcorn State, Delta State, Mississippi College, Jackson State, and the University of Virginia.
Dr. Thomas is a member of the Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA), where he has achieved the designation "Master Instructor". He also serves on AANA's communications committee and is a Facilitator for AANA's Knee Section. Dr. Thomas has authored multiple book chapters and medical journal articles on the knee, shoulder, and elbow.
CLINICAL INTERESTS Knee Care: including total knee joint replacement and revision, cartilage injuries and restoration, arthritis, arthroscopy, meniscus repairs, and fracture care.
Shoulder Care: including total shoulder joint replacement, Bankart repair, bursitis, frozen shoulder, fracture care, rotator cuff pathology, arthritis, joint restoration/preservation, and labral repairs.
Sports Medicine: including arthroscopy, anterior Cruciate ligament (ACL) repair, meniscus tears, cartilage restoration, fracture care, and joint restoration/preservation.
EDUCATION Certification: Board Certified, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Fellowship: Sports Medicine at the Mississippi Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center, Jackson Residency: University of Virginia Health Systems, Charlottesville Medical Degree: Medical College of Georgia, Augusta
HOSPITAL AND SURGERY CENTER AFFILIATIONS Medical Center Navicent Health Coliseum Northside Hospital OrthoGeorgia Outpatient Surgery Center
Dr Thomas reassured me
I love Ortho Georgia 5⭐
Dr. Thomas, I love how you for entered the room with conversation about the jersey I had on (even though I know nothing about basketball) Most of all really Thank you for listening!
personable and listens
Great experience, highly recommend Dr Thomas
SUCH A CARING PLACE EVERYONE IS ALWAYS SMILING & VERY FRIENDLY LUV THE PLACE
Just had reverse shoulder replacement on my left arm July 30. Dr Thomas is a fantastic surgeon. The surgery center from the receptionist to the nurse that got me in my care were all professionals and very kind. I would recommend Dr Thomas and his staff 👍👍👍👍
He is very down to the point and I thank him for that.
Dr
Fast, knowledgeable, efficient, and caring.