Overview
Thomas Mitchell, MD, FACS, MHA, is a surgical intensivist specializing in trauma, burn surgery and acute care surgery. He is dual board certified in general surgery and surgical critical care. Areas of expertise include acute trauma, thermal and electrical injuries; gall bladder, appendix and ventral hernia surgery; small bowel obstruction surgery; and tracheostomy/percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG). Dr. Mitchell takes advantage of the breadth of multidisciplinary care to achieve the highest quality of life for each patient. His approach is calming, friendly and direct.Dr. Mitchell is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He served as a chief medical officer and general surgeon in the United States Army.Away from work, Dr. Mitchell enjoys running, polo and riding horses.
Dr. Mitchell is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Ear Barotrauma, Calciphylaxis, and Intestinal Pseudo-Obstruction.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 26 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1717 South J Street, Tacoma, WA 98405
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. Thomas Mitchell
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Thomas Mitchell?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Thomas Mitchell by calling their office at 253-426-4101. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Thomas Mitchell a top-rated expert for Ogilvie Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Thomas Mitchell is classified as an Advanced expert for Ogilvie Syndrome, 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 Mitchell specialize in?
While Dr. Thomas Mitchell is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Ogilvie Syndrome, Ear Barotrauma, and Calciphylaxis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Thomas Mitchell participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Thomas Mitchell has published 26 articles and abstracts on conditions like Ogilvie Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Thomas Mitchell's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Thomas Mitchell accept my insurance?
Dr. Thomas Mitchell accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Cambia Health Solutions. We recommend calling the office directly at 253-426-4101 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
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- Ogilvie SyndromeDr. Mitchell isAdvanced. Learn about Ogilvie Syndrome.
- Experienced
- CalciphylaxisDr. Mitchell isExperienced. Learn about Calciphylaxis.
- Chronic Subdural HematomaDr. Mitchell isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Subdural Hematoma.
- Ear BarotraumaDr. Mitchell isExperienced. Learn about Ear Barotrauma.
- Intestinal Pseudo-ObstructionDr. Mitchell isExperienced. Learn about Intestinal Pseudo-Obstruction.
- Stevens-Johnson SyndromeDr. Mitchell isExperienced. Learn about Stevens-Johnson Syndrome.