Expertise in
7
conditions

Dr. Thomas J. Purgett

General Surgery
Scripps Green Hospital
10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
La Jolla, CA 
Accepting New Patients
Expertise in
7
conditions
Scripps Green Hospital
10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, 
La Jolla, CA 

Overview

Thomas Purgett is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in La Jolla, California.

Dr. Purgett is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Cellulitis, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Purgett is currently accepting new patients.

Graduate Institution

University Of Illinois College Of Med (Chi/peor/rock/chm-Urb)

Specialties

General Surgery

Licenses

Surgery in TX

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO

Locations

Scripps Green Hospital
10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037

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.

2 Total Publications

Discovery and Optimization of Thienopyrazine RNA-Splicing Modulators for the Treatment of Huntington's Disease.
Discovery and Optimization of Thienopyrazine RNA-Splicing Modulators for the Treatment of Huntington's Disease.
Journal: Journal of medicinal chemistry
Published: March 17, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Thomas J. Purgett

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Is Dr. Thomas J. Purgett a top-rated expert for Peptic Ulcer?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Thomas J. Purgett is classified as an Advanced expert for Peptic Ulcer, 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. Thomas J. Purgett specialize in?

While Dr. Thomas J. Purgett is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, and Cellulitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.

Does Dr. Thomas J. Purgett participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Thomas J. Purgett has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Peptic Ulcer. You can view a list of Dr. Thomas J. Purgett's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Thomas J. Purgett accept my insurance?

Dr. Thomas J. Purgett accepts most major insurance plans, including Oscar and UnitedHealthcare. We recommend calling the office directly at 858-554-6158 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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