Overview
Joel Thomas is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Torrance, California.
His clinical expertise encompasses Gastrointestinal Perforation, Thyroid Dysgenesis, Lemierre Syndrome, and COVID-19.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 15 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Thomas is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
2780 Skypark Dr Ste 110, Torrance, CA 90505
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.
Harbor-UCLA Nephrology
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Joel J. Thomas
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Joel J. Thomas?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Joel J. Thomas by calling their office at 949-272-8602. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Joel J. Thomas a top-rated expert for Gastrointestinal Perforation?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Joel J. Thomas is classified as an Experienced expert for Gastrointestinal Perforation, 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. Joel J. Thomas specialize in?
While Dr. Joel J. Thomas is a Internal Medicine, they have specific expertise in Gastrointestinal Perforation, Thyroid Dysgenesis, and Lemierre Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Internal Medicine.
Does Dr. Joel J. Thomas participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Joel J. Thomas has published 15 articles and abstracts on conditions like Gastrointestinal Perforation. You can view a list of Dr. Joel J. Thomas's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Joel J. Thomas accept my insurance?
Dr. Joel J. Thomas accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 949-272-8602 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.
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- Experienced
- CAPOS SyndromeDr. Thomas isExperienced. Learn about CAPOS Syndrome.
- CellulitisDr. Thomas isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- CholecystitisDr. Thomas isExperienced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- Chronic PainDr. Thomas isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Pain.
- CirrhosisDr. Thomas isExperienced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- ColitisDr. Thomas isExperienced. Learn about Colitis.
- COVID-19Dr. Thomas isExperienced. Learn about COVID-19.
- Cramp-Fasciculation SyndromeDr. Thomas isExperienced. Learn about Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome.
- Familial Combined HyperlipidemiaDr. Thomas isExperienced. Learn about Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia.
- Familial HypertensionDr. Thomas isExperienced. Learn about Familial Hypertension.
- GallstonesDr. Thomas isExperienced. Learn about Gallstones.
- Gastrointestinal PerforationDr. Thomas isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Perforation.
- Glucocorticoid-Remediable AldosteronismDr. Thomas isExperienced. Learn about Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.
- High CholesterolDr. Thomas isExperienced. Learn about High Cholesterol.
- HypertensionDr. Thomas isExperienced. Learn about Hypertension.
- Idiopathic EdemaDr. Thomas isExperienced. Learn about Idiopathic Edema.
- Lemierre SyndromeDr. Thomas isExperienced. Learn about Lemierre Syndrome.
- LymphangitisDr. Thomas isExperienced. Learn about Lymphangitis.
- Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C)
- NecrosisDr. Thomas isExperienced. Learn about Necrosis.
- Osteomyelitis in ChildrenDr. Thomas isExperienced. Learn about Osteomyelitis in Children.
- Peptic UlcerDr. Thomas isExperienced. Learn about Peptic Ulcer.
- PneumoniaDr. Thomas isExperienced. Learn about Pneumonia.
- Sengers SyndromeDr. Thomas isExperienced. Learn about Sengers Syndrome.
- SepsisDr. Thomas isExperienced. Learn about Sepsis.
- Teratoma of the MediastinumDr. Thomas isExperienced. Learn about Teratoma of the Mediastinum.
- ThrombophlebitisDr. Thomas isExperienced. Learn about Thrombophlebitis.
- Thyroid DysgenesisDr. Thomas isExperienced. Learn about Thyroid Dysgenesis.
- TonsillitisDr. Thomas isExperienced. Learn about Tonsillitis.
- Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)Dr. Thomas isExperienced. Learn about Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).
- Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)Dr. Thomas isExperienced. Learn about Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD).
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Thomas isExperienced. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.
- XanthomaDr. Thomas isExperienced. Learn about Xanthoma.
