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Dr. Thomas Fullerton, MD

General Surgery* Age 63
Dr. Thomas Fullerton, MD
4.6 (14 Ratings)
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Dr. Thomas Fullerton, MD is a General Surgeon in Sioux Falls, SD.
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Dr. Thomas Fullerton, MD

General Surgery* Age 63
Sioux Falls, SD
Accepting new patients
37 years of experience
Dr. Thomas Fullerton, MD is a General Surgeon in Sioux Falls, SD.

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Dr. Fullerton graduated from University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine in 1987 and completed a residency at Central Ia Health Sys/ia Methodi.Dr. Thomas Fullerton, MD is a General Surgeon in Sioux Falls, SD and has 37 years experience. Dr. Fullerton currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Avera McKennan Hospital and University Health Center. At present, Dr. Fullerton received an average rating of 4.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 14 times. Dr. Fullerton's office accepts new patients. Dr. Fullerton is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Abdominal Pain
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal Fissure
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Colorectal Cancer
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Gallstones
Hemorrhoids
Incisional Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Lipomas
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Umbilical Hernia
Ventral Hernia
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Duodenal Polypectomy
Excision of Breast Tumor
Gallbladder Removal
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anorectal Abscess
Anorectal Fistula
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Bowel Strangulation
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Constipation
Esophageal Cancer
Gastric Ulcer
Hiatal Hernia
Hyperparathyroidism
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Obstruction
Lung Cancer
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Secondary Malignancies
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Thymomas
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Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcerative Colitis
Anal Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy
Cyst Incision and Drainage
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Femoral Hernia Repair, Open
Hernia Repair
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Port Placements or Replacements
Sphincterotomy
Wound Repair

Insurance Accepted

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Locations

  1. 1 Vanhove Prescription Shop
    1200 S 7th Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57105
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (605) 336-2140
  2. 2 Avera McKennan Hospital and University Health Center
    1325 S Cliff Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57105
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (605) 322-8000
  3. 3 Sioux Falls Specialty Hospital
    910 E 20th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57105
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (605) 504-5400
  4. 4 Avera Surgery Center Sioux Falls
    1000 E 23rd St, Sioux Falls, SD 57105
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (605) 322-2500

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Fullerton
4.6
Based on 14 Reviews
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4 Stars (1)
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1 Star (1)

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May 24, 2023
Dr. Fullerton did an excellent job of explaining the surgical process. He was very caring and conscientious of how I was doing during the procedure. He communicated with his nurse in advance of the next steps. The entire staff worked well together.
— May 24, 2023
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Specialties*
General Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine
    1987
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Central Ia Health Sys/ia Methodi
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Thomas Fullerton, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Fullerton's profile.

Dr. Thomas Fullerton, MD is affiliated with Avera McKennan Hospital and University Health Center.

Yes, Dr. Thomas Fullerton, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Avera McKennan Hospital and University Health Center

    1325 S Cliff Ave, Sioux Falls, SD