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Dr. Thomas Carter, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 67
Dr. Thomas Carter, MD
4.5 (231 Ratings)
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Dr. Thomas Carter, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Phoenix, AZ.
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Dr. Thomas Carter, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 67
Phoenix, AZ
Accepting new patients
41 years of experience
Dr. Thomas Carter, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Phoenix, AZ.

About

Dr. Carter graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Thomas Carter, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Phoenix, AZ and has 41 years experience. Dr. Carter currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Banner University Medical Center Phoenix. Dr. Carter has experience treating conditions like Knee Ligament Tears and Joint Pain among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Carter received an average rating of 4.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 231 times. Dr. Carter's office accepts new patients. Dr. Carter is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Knee Ligament Tears
ACL Surgery
Joint Pain
Knee Ligament Tears
ACL Surgery
Joint Pain
Knee Ligament Tears
ACL Surgery
Joint Pain
Internal Derangement of Knee
Knee Arthroscopy
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Bursitis
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Chondromalacia
Knee Sprain
Limb Pain
Meniscus Tear
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Disorders
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Arthrocentesis
Meniscectomy
Meniscus Surgery
Steroid Injection
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
AC Joint Injury
Achilles Tendinitis
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Avascular Necrosis
Back Pain
Baker’s Cyst
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Broken Arm
Bursitis of Hip
Cervical Radiculopathy
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Difficulty With Walking
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Sprain
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femur Fracture
Foot Conditions
Foot Fracture
Foot Sprain
Fracture
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Gait Abnormality
Genu Varum
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Hand Conditions
Hand Fracture
Hip Sprain
Hip Tendinitis
Humerus Fracture
Knee Dislocation
Knee Fracture
Knee Osteophyte
Knee Tendinitis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Low Back Pain
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Non-Traumatic Rupture of Achilles Tendon
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osgood Schlatter Disease
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Patellar Dislocation
Patellar Fracture
Patellar Tendonitis
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Scapular Fracture
Shoulder Fracture
Spina Bifida
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Tenosynovitis
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibial Fracture
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Excision of Femur or Knee
Foot and Ankle Ligament and Tendon Repair
Fracture Care
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Replacement
Knee Surgery
Lateral Retinaculum Patella Release
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Neuroplasty
Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection (PRP)
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Trigger Point Injection

Insurance Accepted

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  • United Healthcare
  • Cigna
  • Choice Care PPO
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • Aetna
  • Curative PPO
    Curative PPO Plus
    Curative EPO
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • National (BlueCard) PPO

Locations

  1. 1 The Orthopedic Clinic Association Inc.
    2222 E Highland Ave Ste 300, Phoenix, AZ 85016
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (602) 512-8558
  2. 2 Office
    755 E McDowell Rd Fl 2, Phoenix, AZ 85006
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (602) 462-0263
  3. 3 Office
    7400 N Dobson Rd Ste 201, Scottsdale, AZ 85256
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (602) 462-0263

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Carter
4.5
Based on 231 Reviews
5 Stars (195)
4 Stars (6)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (6)
1 Star (23)

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May 31, 2024
great surgeon, excellent professional, did two of my surgeries, both were successful. Highly recommend him, he will not tell you bunch of BS, but will cut to the point.
Dmitri — May 31, 2024
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Sports Medicine
Orthopedic Sports Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
    1983
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Ohio State University
Internship

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Jackson Hole Orthopaedics/Sports Injuries
    1989
Fellowship Hospital
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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Thomas Carter, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Carter's profile.

Dr. Carter frequently treats the following conditions: Knee Ligament Tears and Joint Pain. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Thomas Carter, MD is affiliated with Banner University Medical Center Phoenix.

Yes, Dr. Thomas Carter, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Banner University Medical Center Phoenix

    1111 E McDowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ