Overview
Derek Thacker is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Jackson, Tennessee.
Dr. Thacker is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Ogilvie Syndrome, Gastrointestinal Perforation, Cholecystitis, and Colostomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article.
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Insurance
Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
Locations
620 Skyline Dr, Jackson, TN 38301
395 Hospital Blvd, Jackson, TN 38305
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Derek Thacker
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Derek Thacker?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Derek Thacker by calling their office at 731-541-5000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Derek Thacker a top-rated expert for Retroperitoneal Inflammation?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Derek Thacker is classified as an Advanced expert for Retroperitoneal Inflammation, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Derek Thacker specialize in?
While Dr. Derek Thacker is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Ogilvie Syndrome, and Gastrointestinal Perforation. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Derek Thacker participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Derek Thacker has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Retroperitoneal Inflammation. You can view a list of Dr. Derek Thacker's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Derek Thacker accept my insurance?
Dr. Derek Thacker accepts most major insurance plans, including Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 731-541-5000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- CholecystitisDr. Thacker isAdvanced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- Gastrointestinal PerforationDr. Thacker isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Perforation.
- Ogilvie SyndromeDr. Thacker isAdvanced. Learn about Ogilvie Syndrome.
- Retroperitoneal InflammationDr. Thacker isAdvanced. Learn about Retroperitoneal Inflammation.
- Experienced
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Thacker isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- CellulitisDr. Thacker isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Thacker isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Thacker isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- ColostomyDr. Thacker isExperienced. Learn about Colostomy.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Thacker isExperienced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.