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Thomas Edward Baumgarten

Thomas Edward Baumgarten, MD

Shoulder Orthopedic Surgery

Orthopedic Sports Medicine

Accepting New Patients

Ages Seen

  • Teens
  • Adults
  • Adults 65 and up

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

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Locations

  1. Prisma Health Orthopedics Sports – Cross Creek

    Expertise

    Education

    University of Virginia Health System

    Fellowship, Sports Medicine

    Greenville Health System

    Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery

    American Sports Medicine Institute

    Fellowship, Sports Medicine

    University of Louisville School of Medicine

    Medical School

    Board Certifications

    Orthopaedic Surgery

    American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    Orthopaedic Sports Medicine

    American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

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    Reviews

    4.9 of 5 stars

    750 Ratings, 122 Reviews

    The Patient Satisfaction Rating is derived from patient surveys based on the likelihood to recommend this provider’s office.

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      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/1/2024

      Top notch!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/1/2024

      Excellent care, clean and friendly staff.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/28/2024

      Really, this is the best medical office I've experienced years in terms of courtesy and timeliness. And I feel very confident in the skills of the doctor and PA I had. Very special.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/25/2024

      Excellent all around!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/25/2024

      Appointment/x-rays were done in a timely manner. Nice location. Very friendly staff. As always I love to see Dr. Baumgarten he's so awesome!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/25/2024

      Dr Baumgarten is wonderful. He always shows concern and is very encouraging

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/24/2024

      Dr. Baumgarten was very kind and made me feel much better about my prospects for recovery.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/21/2024

      Very caring doctor and staff.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/21/2024

      They listen and they care

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/18/2024

      Love the office and the staff

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/18/2024

      Thanks from the relief of the pain

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/17/2024

      Everyone at this practice is extremely courteous and professional.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/12/2024

      Great experience and Dr Baumgarten is the best.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/12/2024

      Very caring people

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/11/2024

      Extreme confidence in Dr Baumgarten

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/11/2024

      My daughter received excellent care. She was able to get an MRI scheduled immediately, & her surgery shortly after.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/11/2024

      Everyone and everything was great from start to finish. I appreciate the wonderful care I received. I am extremely grateful.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/11/2024

      Long time established patient and have always received exceptional care from Dr. Baumgarten

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/11/2024

      Great job

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/11/2024

      Dr. Baumgarten is an excellent surgeon with great concern for his patients. Always takes his time when consulting about the information I need to be comfortable with the surgery. Also, answers all my questions and concerns in a way that I understand and with patience. I was also very impressed by all the people he has around him, they are all amazingly nice, concerned and respectful. They also made me feel comfortable. I want to say a big THANK YOU to everyone for a great experience from beginning to end.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/10/2024

      Love the folks who work here. Very considerate and friendly. Love Dr Baumgarten - very approachable with questions.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/7/2024

      The staff and Dr. were all awesome, very attentive and understanding, will definitely tell anyone that has issues with my type of injury about this practice.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/7/2024

      My care team and their support staff are dedicated to delivering professional and courteous service.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/5/2024

      I am always treated well at this office. The staff is courteous and helpful. Dr. Baumgarten always listens to me and we decide together the best way to proceed. Excellent experience.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/4/2024

      Everyone was wonderful! Very good experience!!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/4/2024

      I am grateful to Dr. Baumgarten and his team for the care they have provided me for years. Of the various physicians who have treated me, Dr. Baumgarten rates #1 for both specific medical care and general emotional encouragement. I wish I could clone him to assist me in other areas for which I require a physician's expertise.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/3/2024

      Awesome service and exemplary treatment was provided!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/3/2024

      It was my first visit and everyone was very polite and friendly and helpful. I felt like there was a lot of great bedside manner and everybody really cared about what was going on.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/26/2024

      Simple the BEST

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/26/2024

      My PA did a great job listening to me and explaining my options. He was great!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/25/2024

      I love e check in

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/22/2024

      Everyone was kind and helpful.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/19/2024

      Everyone start to finish was super nice and knowledgeable. Would recommend to family and friends.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/19/2024

      Excellent experience .

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/18/2024

      Very impressed with Dr. Baumgarten. Took time, answered questions, conservative treatment... not rushing into surgery, friendly, honest.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/18/2024

      I felt very satisfied that we are heading in the right direction and soon will get the results needed.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/11/2024

      The entire staff for very friendly and helpful.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/11/2024

      Completely focused on my problem and understood my individual situation.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/8/2024

      Great and informative.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/4/2024

      If needed, I would not hesitate to return.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/4/2024

      Dr. Baumgarten is excellent.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/30/2024

      Staff was great and very accommodating getting me one same day I called. They don't get any better than Dr Baumgarten. He knew exactly how to treat my pain

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/29/2024

      Dr. Baumgarten is great!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/29/2024

      always feel like I get excellent care.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/29/2024

      Very happy with the service.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/22/2024

      Overall, a great visit!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/18/2024

      They are all very nice and professional and caring.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/18/2024

      After surgery expectations and protocols are very important to the shoulder surgery process. I would have appreciated a little more written or verbal guidance regarding the next months after the surgery. Still, I am very happy so far with the process and outcome.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/15/2024

      My Doctor was on top of my medical condition

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/15/2024

      Great full to the whole team

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/15/2024

      Knowledgeable and caring personnel. Quick response time.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/15/2024

      I am always pleased and satisfied when I leave Dr. Baumgarten's office. They are fantastic. He is my favorite doctor. I don't normally like going to doctors, but I love going to him. So there.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/9/2024

      I was pleased and treated in a timely manner

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/9/2024

      Dr. Baumgarten really listens and talks through treatment options.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/9/2024

      Excellent treatment from start to finish. THANK YOU!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/8/2024

      Great staff, great doctors! Don't change anything.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/8/2024

      Technician was courteous and knowledgeable

      1 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/7/2024

      Worker comp patients get treated different I feel hurt workers should get treated equally as if I was paying out my own pocket.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/4/2024

      Dr Tom is very caring and I know he has my best interest at heart

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/28/2023

      Doctor Baumgarten was very knowledgeable about my situation With not having surgery now. Give me hope I could have this surgery When I choose .

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/21/2023

      Personable doctor, who gave me my options so I can make an informed decision.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/18/2023

      Always a pleasant experience

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/18/2023

      Everyone in the office was extremely excellent as far as taking care of my needs and my questions. Would highly recommend them again. Thank you.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/17/2023

      I was very pleased with the information provided.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/14/2023

      Yes, they've been very attentive to my needs and got me into an MRI as quick as they could and I feel confident that they're doing a good job. And I really appreciate Dr. Baumgarten and all the staff there too. And I wish them all a Merry Christmas.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/12/2023

      I continue to be impressed by the skill and coordination with which Dr. Baumgarten and his nurse provide for the procedure I had.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/10/2023

      It gives me great relief.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/10/2023

      The doctor and assistant was very helpful and willingness to help me. I really appreciate that!!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/7/2023

      From beginning to end was a great experience.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/7/2023

      Always a pleasure

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/4/2023

      I really appreciate the time saved by the e check in

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/4/2023

      The staff are extremely nice and courteous. Never have to wait more than a day or two for an appt. Would highly recommend this practice.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/4/2023

      Dr. Baumgarten is extremely, extremely efficient and friendly and he just takes care of us so beautifully. We are just so pleased with him and I would certainly recommend anybody going to him because I know he is a wonderful person as well as a physician. Thank you.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/3/2023

      Everyone was very nice. I enjoyed, wasn't nervous about going in or anything. The front desk was real nice. The doctor and his associate was very nice and came in and talked to me, sat down, didn't rush me. So yes, it was a, I enjoyed going there. Thank you.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/3/2023

      I appreciate the sense that the office staff and medical team work well together. And, I felt that I was treated as an individual going through something difficult for me. The medical staff took ample time to make sure I understood what was happening to ME, even though it was routine for them. It was clear that they knew it was not routine for me! And I really appreciated that.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/27/2023

      Very professional and courteous

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/26/2023

      All very professional

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/26/2023

      Very good!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/21/2023

      Its was as i expected

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/21/2023

      Thanks Doc! You have me on the mend!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/21/2023

      Perfect!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/20/2023

      Dr. B has always been the one doctor that truly listens. I am seen by several physicians and am often overlooked, or my concerns are ignored. I have never felt that way with Dr. B. Two years had passed since I last saw him, and not only did he address his specialty, but he got the ball moving for an ongoing issue that I had been struggling with for almost two years.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/13/2023

      Tom is a great listener and Dr!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/13/2023

      Yes, the whole experience was fantastic. There was nothing I could think that they could improve on. It was like always up to par and very good.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/13/2023

      Excellent as usual!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/7/2023

      Dr. Baumgarten and staff are always attentive and know what my needs are

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/6/2023

      The made me feel welcome and important

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/5/2023

      Dr Tom B. is always great & always ready to listen and answer questions...goes above and beyond.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/5/2023

      Always a comfortable environment and feel free to ask questions

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/5/2023

      They were very professional and attentive to my needs after surgery

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/2/2023

      Very excellent and professional care

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/31/2023

      Love Dr. Baumgarten. He was so kind, knowledgeable, and listened to me while telling what I need to do.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/31/2023

      I was very impressed with Dr. Baumgarten and the staff. They were courteous and professional. I was seen on time with no wait time at all. Dr. Baumgarten really listened to me and outlined an understandable plan of care.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/31/2023

      Excellent! Both Dr. Baumgarten and his PA were very good. They listened, answered my many questions, and gave me good treatment options.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/29/2023

      Highly recommend

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/29/2023

      Dr. Baumgarten was very thorough with his explanation of the issue at hand and resolution. I have heard nothing but good things from other people that he has worked with.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/26/2023

      The entire staff was wonderful. It was the best experience I've had in recent memory with a medical professional.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/23/2023

      I'm grateful we were able to get treatment and services from this facility. They are THE BEST!!!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/23/2023

      Dr. B and his PA were very knowledgeable and listened to my concerns. I was very pleased.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/23/2023

      Everyone was professional and very nice.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/22/2023

      My appointment was at 10:20. I was out by 10:25! Very happy about that!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/17/2023

      Got the appointment the day a call to get in! I very like the way everyone treated me and everyone care across very knowledgeable!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/17/2023

      Yes, I would recommend the staff to anyone there they did everything professionally and I enjoyed meeting. everyone. So everything was beautiful clean. Thank you.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/15/2023

      Daughter was nervous about MRI but staff helped make her feel at ease.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/12/2023

      I'm recovering well and I'm very grateful for my experience, even though my Physical Therapy isn't easy, I was aware of that and my shoulder is recovering beyond my expectations!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/12/2023

      It was very pleasant.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/10/2023

      Excellent care

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/10/2023

      Very thorough. Very knowledgeable.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/8/2023

      Everyone was so nice from the front desk to the nurse and doctor!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/8/2023

      Wonderful experience

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/8/2023

      I had good care and I had no delay in care with the doctor. Thank you

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/1/2023

      Dr Baumgarten is so kind and so helpful answering questions!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/1/2023

      I am happy that Dr. Baumgarten is still practicing. I was told that he retired from his old practice and was not given a choice to keep him as my ortho doctor.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/1/2023

      Dr. Baumgarten's office is populated with very professional people, they're extremely courteous. And Dr. B enjoys a fabulous reputation, and he's perform surgery on me before. I have complete faith and trust in him, and those with whom I interface with in his office.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/26/2023

      The ladies, the nurses are very kind and Dr. Baumgarten is a very professional and very good physician. Thank you.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/25/2023

      Good care and advice from Dr Baumgarten and his staff.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/25/2023

      I have the highest regard for Dr Baumgarten and his staff

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/19/2023

      Everyone was professional, kind and attentive. Also, I liked that there was no waiting time. They were prompt and efficient.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/17/2023

      Very professional group. Everyone make my visit relaxing and punctual.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/17/2023

      All was good!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/17/2023

      EVERYONE IS INCREDIBLE !!!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/17/2023

      Dr. Baumgarten is always very conscientious, knowledgeable about my problems and very intuitive about the severity and what needs to be done or not done. I trust him completely.