Debra Thomas
Orthopedist
1100 Cedar Valley Drive Suite 3A Cedar Bluff Virginia, 24609About
Dr. Debra Thomas is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Cedar Bluff, Virginia. Dr. Thomas specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Thomas tends to bones, ligaments, muscles, joints, nerves and tendons. Orthopaedic surgeons can specialize in certain areas like the hand, spine, hip, foot and ankle, shoulder and elbow or the knee.
Education and Training
Northwestern University
Board Certification
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery- Orthopedic Surgery
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Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Local Public Speaking -
Fellowships
- Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science
What do you attribute your success to?
- Interest in Patients, Education, Patients Coming First, Technology
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