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Thomas Garrad, PA-C

Physician Assistant, Joint Replacement, Orthopedic Surgery

Accepts New Patients
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About Thomas Garrad, PA-C

Assistant to Dr. J. Mack Lancaster Thomas Garrad PA-C, is a certified physician assistant licensed in the state of Texas. He received his undergraduate degree from The University of Texas at Austin in 2007. Thomas completed his Masters of Physician Assistant Studies in 2010 at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. Thomas works exclusively with Dr. J. Mack Lancaster. He has particular interest in disorders of the hip and knee. Outside of work, Thomas enjoys cycling, snow skiing, endurance sports and reading.



LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Ages SeenChildren (ages 3-11), Geriatrics, Adults, Adolescents (ages 12-18), Children (3-11), Infants and Toddlers (ages 0-2)
Hospital Affiliations
  • Baylor University Medical Center, part of Baylor Scott & White Health
  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Centennial
  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Lake Pointe
  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - McKinney
  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Grapevine
  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Plano
Insurance Accepted
*Accepted plans and benefits may vary by location.
INSURANCE PLAN
ACCEPTS NEW PATIENTS
Aetna - Aetna Signature Administrators
Aetna - Choice POS II
Aetna - Elect Choice
Aetna - Health Network Only
Aetna - Health Network Option
Aetna - HMO
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Aetna - Managed Choice
Aetna - Open Access Elect Choice
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Aetna - Open Access HMO
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Aetna - Open Access Managed Choice
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Aetna - Open Access Select
Aetna - Open Choice PPO
Aetna - QPOS
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Aetna - Select SM
Aetna - US Access
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Bell County Public Health District - Bell County Public Health District
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Advantage Bronze
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Advantage Gold
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Advantage HMO
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Advantage Silver
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Choice Plus
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Choice PPO
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Essentials
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Essentials Access HMO
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Premier
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Premier Open Access HMO
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Select PPO
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Indemnity
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare Advantage
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare Advantage - EFH Retirees
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare Advantage - Oncor
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - ParPlan
Blue Cross Blue Shield - STAR Kids
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Traditional
Brookshire Brothers - Brookshire Brothers Employee Plan (Nexcaliber)
Cigna - CAC Plan
Cigna - Cigna Choice Fund
Cigna - EPO
Cigna - Flexcare
Cigna - Great West Open Access PPO-Open Access
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Cigna - Great West POS
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Cigna - Great West PPO
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Cigna - HMO
Cigna - HMO Open Access
Cigna - HMO/POS
Cigna - LocalPlus
Cigna - Network
Cigna - Network Open Access
Cigna - Network POS
Cigna - Open Access Plus
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Cigna - POS
Cigna - POS Open Access
Cigna - PPO
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Consolidated Association of Railroad Employees - Self-Insured Employee Plan
Coventry - Coventry/First Health
DFW ConnectedCare - American Airlines Employee Benefit Plan
Envolve Vision - Envolve Vision
EyeMed Vision - EyeMed Vision
First Health - First Health PPO
Galaxy Health Network - Galaxy Health Network
Gladney Center - Gladney Center
HealthSmart - ACCEL Network
HealthSmart - HealthSmart PPO
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HealthSmart - HealthSmart Preferred Care EPO
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HealthSmart - HealthSmart Preferred Care GEPO
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HealthSmart - Preferred Network
Humana Behavioral - Tricare Members Only
Humana - ChoiceCare
Humana - ChoiceCare Preferred Network
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Humana - Commercial HMO Plans
Humana - Commercial PPO Plans
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Humana - Medicare Advantage Plans
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Humana - National POS
Imagine Health - EPN
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Independent Medical Systems - IMS Network
Magellan - CHIP
Magellan - Navigator Networks
Magellan - Pinnacle Networks
Magellan - STAR
Magellan - STAR Kids
Magellan - Summit Networks
Medicaid - AmeriGroup
Medicaid - Oklahoma Medicaid
Medicaid - Parkland HealthFirst
Medicaid - Superior HealthPlan
Medicaid - Traditional Medicaid
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Medical Development International - MDI
Medicare Railroad - Medicare Railroad
Medicare - Traditional Medicare
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Midland Memorial Hospital - Employee Benefit Plan
Mother Frances Hospital Regional - Self-Insured Employee Plan
OccuNet - Occupational Networks of Texas, Inc.
Optum - United Behavioral Healthcare/Optum
PHCS Network - Beech Street of Texas PPO
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PHCS Network - Private Health Care SYstem PPO
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Reny Company - Workers Comp
Rockport - Workers Comp
Sedgwick Preferred Network f/k/a Southwest Medical - Workers Comp
Superior Health Plan - Ambetter Balance Care - Silver
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Superior Health Plan - Ambetter Essential Care - Bronze
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Superior Health Plan - Ambetter Secure Care - Gold
Accepts New Patients
Superior Health Plan - CHIP
Superior Health Plan - CHIP Perinate
Superior Health Plan - Foster Care
Superior Health Plan - STAR
Superior Vision - Superior Vision
Superior - Ambetter Balance Care - Silver
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Superior - Ambetter Essential Care - Bronze
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Superior - Ambetter Secure Care - Gold
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Superior - CHIP
Superior - CHIP Perinate
Superior - Foster Care
Superior - STAR
Three Rivers Network - Three Rivers Network
Tricare - Tricare Extra
Tricare - Tricare Prime
Tricare - Tricare Select
TriWest HealthCare - VA-PCCC
TriWest - VA-PCCC
United Behavioral Healthcare/Optum - United Behavioral Healthcare/Optum
UnitedHealth - AARP Medicare Complete
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UnitedHealth - Charter EPO
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UnitedHealth - Charter HMO
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UnitedHealth - Charter POS
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UnitedHealth - CHIP
UnitedHealth - Choice +HMO
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UnitedHealth - Choice EPO
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UnitedHealth - Choice HMO
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UnitedHealth - Choice Plus POS
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UnitedHealth - Core Choice Plus POS
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UnitedHealth - Core EPO
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UnitedHealth - Core HMO
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UnitedHealth - Dual Complete Medicare Advantage
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UnitedHealth - Group Medicare Advantage
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UnitedHealth - Medicare Complete
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UnitedHealth - Medicare Gold
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UnitedHealth - Medicare Silver
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UnitedHealth - Navigate EPO
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UnitedHealth - Navigate HMO
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UnitedHealth - Navigate HMO+
UnitedHealth - Navigate POS
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UnitedHealth - Nexus ACO OA
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UnitedHealth - NexusACO R
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UnitedHealth - PPO
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UnitedHealth - Secure Horizons
UnitedHealth - Select EPO
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UnitedHealth - Select HMO
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UnitedHealth - Select Plus POS
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UnitedHealth - STAR
UnitedHealth - STAR Kids
UnitedHealth - STAR+PLUS
UnitedHealth - UHC West Signature Value Gated HMO
University Mary Hardin - Baylor-Employee Benefit Plan
Your rights and protections against surprise medical bills

Insurance listings are subject to change without prior notice. Please call your physician's office or your health or insurance plan to verify coverage information prior to scheduling your visit or procedure. Not all members participating in contracted networks have "in network" access. In network participation may change from time to time without prior notice. Independent providers (which could include, for example only, anesthesiologists, radiologists, pathologists, emergency medicine physicians, advance practice professionals, and other independent providers of health care services) may deliver part of your care, and such providers may be considered out-of-network on your health and insurance plans even if the Facility may be considered in network. If you desire additional information as to the providers who may be involved in providing your care, you can either ask your treating provider (who may know some of the specialists or groups who could be involved) or you can request a list of Facility-based physician groups by calling the following toll free number: (877) 810-0372. This list is updated annually and is subject to change without prior notice. Baylor Scott & White Health does not manage the insurances accepted for this doctor. Please contact the office directly to confirm coverage.

Background

Education
  • Education: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School (2010)
Certifications
  • Physician Assistant Certified - National Comm on Certif of Physician Assistants

Reviews (212) for Thomas Garrad, PA-C

Overall: 4.9*
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Sep 9, 2023
He was very knowledgeable and caring.
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Sep 8, 2023
He was very understanding and listened to me tell of my bison areas.
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Sep 7, 2023
Excellent communication
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Sep 7, 2023
My follow up visit was great. Dr. Garrard checked my incision healing, flexibility and walk. He suggested exercises for hip strengthening. He approved me driving and encouraged walking. PT until I feel I can do everything at home.
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Sep 6, 2023
Very professional and very knowledgeable. Great care.
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Sep 6, 2023
Very informative, same group from 10yrs.ago!! Wouldn't go to any other Surgeon!!
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Sep 2, 2023
Knowledgeable. Caring. Courteous. Easy to understand.
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Sep 1, 2023
Explained everything to me that the doctor will be doing and answered all my questions.
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Aug 31, 2023
Kind, excellent care.
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Aug 30, 2023
Thomas answered all of my questions. Excellent appointment!
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Aug 30, 2023
No complaints
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Aug 30, 2023
I was very satisfied
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Aug 30, 2023
Very professional and a very good listener and explained my every concern
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Aug 27, 2023
Professional and caring
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Aug 21, 2023
Friendly manor giving information
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Aug 19, 2023
Always listens and able to answer questions. Very polite..always courteous!!
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Aug 18, 2023
Excellent
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Aug 17, 2023
He answered my questions. Was efficient. Has a happy genuine manner
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Aug 16, 2023
Very kind and answers all your questions and takes all the time I need with my questions
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Aug 12, 2023
Great Dr
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Aug 11, 2023
Very professional. Friendly and informative
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Aug 9, 2023
He listens to what you have to say. And tries to find a solution.
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Aug 9, 2023
Great experience!
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Aug 9, 2023
Thomas Garrad is the friendliest, most caring PA I have ever seen!!!! He is so passionate and listens to the patients concerns.
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Aug 9, 2023
Very kind and Thorough
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Aug 6, 2023
N and out in timely manner with everything needed.
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Aug 5, 2023
Very proffesional and Knowledgeable
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Aug 4, 2023
Explained my future survey well.
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Aug 2, 2023
Very concerned about what was happening with my health.
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Jul 29, 2023
Excellent service
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Jul 29, 2023
Informative
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Jul 27, 2023
Very knowledgeable and caring
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Jul 26, 2023
I work with different providers with the same specialty in my opinion he's the best does a great job with good results referred them to my friends and people wanting my opinion since they know what I do
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Jul 21, 2023
Very good
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Jul 21, 2023
He was ver attentive and thorough with my questions and concerns.
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Jul 21, 2023
It was good
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Jul 19, 2023
VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE, FRIENDLY, CARING
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Jul 19, 2023
Always upbeat and pleasant. Is sincerely interested in the patient. He ALWAYS explains everything very clearly.
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Jul 19, 2023
Appointment was on time. Got a steroid shot in my knee and it was totally painless. This guy is awesome.
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Jul 19, 2023
I felt very comfortable talking with the doctor. He was very thorough about my condition and what options I had available.
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Jul 19, 2023
I was in and out with great time and attention to my neebs
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Jul 16, 2023
The provider was very thorough in providing answers to questions. Highly knowledgeable and concerned about my knee replacement surgery
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Jul 15, 2023
He answered all my questions & informed me of all of my options at this time. I received a shot in my left knee & can already feel a difference. Thank you!
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Jul 10, 2023
Love this orthopedic group! Get excellent care!
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Jul 8, 2023
I have been going to Thomas a very long time. He is great.
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Jul 8, 2023
Very professional and encouraging.
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Jul 7, 2023
Dr. Garrad is a very caring physician. He is very attentive to my health concerns and provides helpful information, and guidance in answering all of my concerns.
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Jul 7, 2023
An hour wait but once it was my time. Everyone was great.
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Jul 2, 2023
Gave proper time to the answer questions and provide quality care.
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Jul 1, 2023
Good
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Jun 30, 2023
Always very kind, proficient and cares about his patients
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Jun 25, 2023
Knowledgeable, friendly, patient with questions
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Jun 25, 2023
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Jun 23, 2023
Very polite friendly and informative he's one of the best!
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Jun 23, 2023
So kind, took time with me, explained things in detail.
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Jun 21, 2023
We had a communication issue during my medication reaction but I believe he has listened to me and corrected the situation.
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Jun 21, 2023
I found Thomas very thorough and he listened to me and answered all my questions.
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Jun 21, 2023
He was very helpful and informative had me very hopeful that all will be a great outcome he had joy I telling me about my recovery and therapy.
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Jun 21, 2023
Informative and forthcoming with answers to questions I asked.
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Jun 21, 2023
A great doctor
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Jun 20, 2023
He was very nice & professional ,but I get the same results from most my visits @ Baylor.. I'm rarely contacted for test results.
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Jun 18, 2023
Very professional and knowledgeable. Showed genuine care for the situation, explained my options for proceeding.
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Jun 17, 2023
Very courteous and professional
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Jun 17, 2023
P.A. Garrad was compassionate, knowledgeable and listened to my symptoms. He explained my medical problem in terms that I could understand and his recommendations were reasonable
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Jun 16, 2023
This Care Provider was very warm concerned and informative. I was so PLEASED and Feeling GREAT due to the Providers knowledge
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Jun 16, 2023
He was very informative, knowledgeable, attentive, and interested in how I felt and my my goals.
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Jun 16, 2023
I have nothing but compliments for these doctors and their skills. Could not be happier with the outcome.
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Jun 15, 2023
Nice guy. Very considerate. Good job giving Shots in knee & hip
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Jun 14, 2023
Excellent service great communication
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Jun 14, 2023
Very kind and down to earth. Spent ample time explaining our options and making sure that we understood. Replied quickly on the MRI results and very thorough in explaining and also giving us our options!
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Jun 14, 2023
Nice !! On time ! Information was explained !
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Jun 7, 2023
Very personable.
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Jun 7, 2023
He was very professional and thorough providing the information I needed and answered all my questions and concerns during my visit.
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Jun 3, 2023
Thomas always seems so concern about my knee and really listens to me.
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Jun 3, 2023
Efficient, thorough.
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Jun 1, 2023
He always answers all my questions and addresses my concerns but most of all he don't rush me & I appreciate that.
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May 31, 2023
Very good
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May 31, 2023
Attentive, listens, and treated me like I was the only patient in the room. And I was. Thomas was very professional and answered all questions
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May 31, 2023
Very caring and concerned about your wellbeing
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May 28, 2023
Very professional & great bedside manner
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May 27, 2023
Very focused and concerned. Answers every question promptly
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May 26, 2023
Mr Garrad is an excellent listener who is prepared to help the patient in his recovery.
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May 26, 2023
Really listens and takes the time to understand
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May 25, 2023
Everyone polite, didn't feel rushed, good explanations.
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May 24, 2023
He was very nice and he was very professional and answered my questions with very professional advice pertaining to my concerns.
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May 21, 2023
He is very attentive to my comments regarding the current status of my knee pain.
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May 19, 2023
Very caring and concerned
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May 19, 2023
Thomas was very thorough. He was kind and responsive to my questions about the care of my hip.
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May 19, 2023
Thomas is thorough and offers me plenty of options as it pertains to my knee pain.
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May 17, 2023
Very caring
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May 14, 2023
Went in for knee injection. Knee felt better immediately after injection and continued to get better. Immediate relief rarely happens for me.
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May 12, 2023
He took the time to talk to me and answer any questions I had.
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May 11, 2023
Thomas is confidence-inspiring and professional. His extensive experience with joint replacements is very encouraging.
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May 11, 2023
Satisfactory
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May 10, 2023
Thomas is excellent
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May 10, 2023
He was direct and to the point, while being very courteous. He had my records and actually read them and understood them.
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May 10, 2023
Thomas is great - very helpful! Answers all questions, etc!
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May 5, 2023
Thomas is always very kind and knowledgable
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May 5, 2023
Personable, detailed, informative
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May 5, 2023
Thomas was calm, answered my questions, and made me feel like I had his undivided attention. He also gave the injections in a stress free manner with little pain.
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May 3, 2023
Listened well, gave good advice and was very knowledgeable.
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May 3, 2023
I was treated like a family member Give us more people like this one
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May 3, 2023
Had a very good experience
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Apr 28, 2023
Thomas was professional, thorough and caring during my appointment. Took as much time as I needed to answer all my questions regarding my recovery.
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Apr 28, 2023
Very good doctor and explains very well everything thank you very much
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Apr 26, 2023
Took his time and discussed options for injections and surgery. Explained the X-rays thoroughly. Performed the injection with care of my discomfort.
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Apr 26, 2023
Very attentive, answers all of my questions, care in administering injection
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Apr 25, 2023
Very professional and concerned about patient well being
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Apr 24, 2023
He was ok
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Apr 22, 2023
He listened to me and gave me a number of options.
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Apr 22, 2023
Great service
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Apr 21, 2023
Excellent
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Apr 21, 2023
Thomas has patiently care for my knees for years which allowed me to enjoy and increase my quality of life.
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Apr 19, 2023
Listened to my complaints and explained what my options are to resolve my pain
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Apr 19, 2023
Excellent care
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Apr 14, 2023
He was on time, showed concern about me and I didn't feel rushed.
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Apr 14, 2023
Patient and so kind. Best bedside manners ever.
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Apr 14, 2023
Listens and speaks to you needs.
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Apr 12, 2023
Love Thomas!! Answered all my questions with patience & knowledge!
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Apr 11, 2023
Thomas is the best. He patiently answers any question I might have snd I never feel rushed.
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Apr 7, 2023
Knowledgeable, believable, excellent communicator
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Apr 7, 2023
Thomas was very pleasant and very competent with his procedure, explaining every step.
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Apr 4, 2023
Attentive and fully answered my questions
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Apr 4, 2023
He listens,makes suggestion based on symptoms discussed,offers alternative or supportive measures
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