
Malibu Orthopedic Surgeon - Walter Thomas MD
Orthopedics • Malibu, CA
Ratings by platform
- Healthgrades: 4.1 out of 5 stars (22 ratings)
- Yelp: 4.7 out of 5 stars (85 reviews)
- WebMD Care: 4.0 out of 5 stars (20 ratings)
- US News Health: 4 out of 5 stars (147 reviews)
What patients say
Patients praise
- Patients frequently praise his skill as a surgeon
- Many report successful outcomes with surgeries like ACL reconstruction and rotator cuff repair
- Often described as compassionate, warm, and professional
- Commendations for clear explanations and willingness to answer questions
- Patients appreciate his sports medicine expertise, particularly with active individuals and athletes
Common complaints
- Occasional complaints regarding administrative/office staff conduct
- Some patients reported feeling dismissed or dissatisfied with front office interactions
- Concerns regarding billing/pricing of medical equipment (e.g., knee braces)
- Isolated reports of dissatisfaction with emergency/follow-up communication
In patients' words
"A highly skilled surgeon, but he also possess a warm and compassionate demeanor that truly sets him apart."
— Yelp review"Cannot recommend. Worst experience had with an MD including front office - the combination of being completely dismissive in an emergency situation..."
— WebMD review"I owe the excellent care and support I received to the courteous, highly skilled and attentive hands of Dr. Walter Thomas and his reliable team."
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