Dr. Jantzen Thorns is a highly experienced general surgeon with a profound commitment to delivering high-quality, compassionate care. Joining Baylor St. Luke's Medical Group at Vintage General Surgery in Houston, Dr. Thorns specializes in a wide range of surgical procedures. He is dedicated to serving Tomball and other nearby communities, bringing his expertise and humankindness to every patient interaction.Dr. Thorns has been practicing medicine for over 20 years, developing a deep understanding of surgical care and patient needs. He provides comprehensive surgical evaluation and treatment for a variety of conditions, focusing on surgical areas such as gallbladder, colorectal, gastrointestinal, hernia, thyroid, pancreatectomy, and skin and soft tissue procedures. Dr. Thorns is also skilled in advanced surgical techniques, including robotic surgery and minimally-invasive laparoscopic surgery, ensuring patients receive the most effective and least intrusive treatments possible.Dr. Thorns' extensive training and education reflect his dedication to comprehensive and compassionate care. He completed his General Surgery Internship and Residency at Mount Carmel Health System in Columbus, OH. He earned his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio, TX, and a Master of Science Degree in Public Health from the University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston, TX. His foundational education includes a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology from the University of Texas, San Antonio, TX. Prior to his medical degree, Dr. Thorns served as an Army Combat Medic at Fort Sam Houston, San Antonio, TX, and gained valuable nursing experience as a Dialysis Nurse at Walter Reed Army Medical Center, Bethesda, MD, a CCU Nurse at Darnall Army Medical Center, Fort Hood, TX, and a Licensed Vocational Nurse at Eisenhower Army Medical Center, Fort Gordon, GA. This diverse background in healthcare informs his holistic approach to patient well-being.Beyond his clinical responsibilities, Dr. Thorns is passionate about community well-being and advancing social justice. He actively seeks opportunities to contribute to healthier communities, reflecting CommonSpirit's commitment to the common good. Dr. Thorns embodies the values of Compassion, Inclusion, Integrity, Excellence, and Collaboration daily, striving to provide care that not only treats illness but also uplifts and supports the dignity of every person he encounters. Dr. Thorns is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Ogilvie Syndrome, Ileostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

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Richard Ehlers is a General Surgeon and a Surgical Oncologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Ehlers is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Intraductal Papilloma, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Alveolar Soft Part Sarcoma.

Nadeem Quazi is a General Surgeon in Cypress, Texas. Dr. Quazi has been practicing medicine for over 17 years is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Gallbladder Removal, and Gastrostomy.

Hugh Auchincloss is a General Surgeon in Cypress, Texas. Dr. Auchincloss has been practicing medicine for over 18 years is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, Lung Adenocarcinoma, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

Ata Ahmad is a General Surgeon in Houston, Texas. Dr. Ahmad is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Cholecystitis, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrectomy.

Harvinderpal Singh is a General Surgeon in Tomball, Texas. Dr. Singh is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

Subramanyam Ayyar is a General Surgeon in Houston, Texas. Dr. Ayyar is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Hernia Surgery, and Gastrectomy.

Ronak Patel is a General Surgeon in Tomball, Texas. Dr. Patel is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Cholecystitis, Cellulitis, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.

Viet Phuong is a General Surgeon in Tomball, Texas. Dr. Phuong has been practicing medicine for over 18 years is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

Ziad Amr is a General Surgeon in Houston, Texas. Dr. Amr is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection.

Jorge Leiva is a General Surgeon in Houston, Texas. Dr. Leiva is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Leiva is currently accepting new patients.

David Santos is a General Surgeon in Houston, Texas. Dr. Santos is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Cellulitis, Choledocholithiasis, and Gallbladder Removal.

Michael Keller is a General Surgeon in Houston, Texas. Dr. Keller is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Umbilical Hernia, Gallstones, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Keller is currently accepting new patients.

Robert Goldstone is a General Surgeon in Cypress, Texas. Dr. Goldstone is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Diverticular Disease, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Ileostomy, and Colostomy.

Matthew St. Laurent is a General Surgeon in Houston, Texas. Dr. St. Laurent is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Obesity, Obesity in Children, Gastrectomy, and Sleeve Gastrectomy.

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Andrew Michael is a General Surgeon in Cypress, Texas. His top areas of expertise are Mouth Ulcers and Mouth Sores.

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Jon Nguyen is a General Surgeon in Cypress, Texas. His top areas of expertise are Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Disease, and Hernia Surgery.

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