Dr. Thomas S. Samuelson

3.3 ( 7 reviews )

Ratings for Dr. Thomas S. Samuelson

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He recommended that my partner not get surgery to repair her ACL, saying that she’ll probably be ok without it repaired. She was in her early 20’s at the time and worked an EXTREMELY active job. He just wanted to get a workers comp patient out of his hair as soon as possible, and he made it blatantly obvious from the start.

He was constantly late for appointments, always condescending, and only respectful toward her when I (a male) would go with her to appointments. If you’re a work comp patient, he doesn’t care about you - you’re not making him enough money.

Submitted Sept. 8, 2022

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I was referred to Dr Samuelson for a work comp injury to my Left knee. I felt him as acting like a "Robot" or a assembly line DR. He did not want to see the MRI I had done nor wanted to believe the Interpretation the Radiologist who read it. My Pain is still a 10/10 with limited ROM noted and issues with workman's Comp Patients. I am not a Work Comp abuiser but believe that if I am injured on the Job I expect to be treated like a Patient not just another person wanting to get out of work. I have another follow up appointment next month and all I want to do is return to work and do my job with out pain, or having to have someone else pick up the slack. I wish I was referred to another Practice who takes there Patients seriously instead of using fancy words and text book terms too.

Submitted March 12, 2020

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My care, the interest and concern for the best treatment for my needs were explained in terms I easily understood and the best treatment that worked within my insurance options. I have recommended Dr. Thomas Samuelson many times to friends and family.
Excellent Dr., Excellent care. The best Dr. In the area for joint care especially Knees.

Submitted May 2, 2018

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Most awful bedside manner i have ever received from a Dr. No way would i ever go back to him.

Submitted April 12, 2018

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Dr Samuelson took time to explain the details of my condition to both my husband and myself. He answered all my questions in a professional manner. Have been ver ypleased with him and his staff. I have recommended several of my friends to him!

Submitted April 3, 2017

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Dr. Samuelson gave my dad an injection of gel recently and this helped him significantly. Very thankful to him and his staff!

Submitted Nov. 26, 2014

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I asked Dr. Samuelson to predict how long the pain would continue in my hip after I was hit by a car. Instead of offering guidance, he berated me for not taking more pain medication, suggested that my injuries "may or may not have been the result of the injury" despite the fact that I have no history of hip pain until the accident, along with huge bruises. I found this uncalled for and offensive. Plus I left without the information I sought.

Submitted May 14, 2014


Dr. Thomas S. Samuelson's Credentials

Accepting New Patients

Yes, this doctor is accepting new patients

Biography

Dr. Samuelson became a part of the Kansas City Bone & Joint team in August 1994 and is board-certified in orthopaedic surgery and orthopaedic sports medicine. Before joining the KCBJ team, he completed residency at the University of Kansas School of Medicine and a sports medicine fellowship at Louisiana State University. Dr. Samuelson grew up in Iowa and earned his undergraduate degree at Iowa State University and his medical degree at the University of Iowa College of Medicine. His primary interest is sports medicine with a special interest in knees and shoulders. He has been affiliated with the athletic programs for Baker University, University of Missouri Kansas City, Rockhurst University, the Kansas City Comets and The Kansas City Attack soccer teams. He is the team physician for Rockhurst High School. He likes to stay current with advancements in sports medicine and is a member of AOSSM (American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine) and AANA (Arthroscopy Association of North America). He enjoys fixing things, which makes his career in orthopaedics so rewarding. He finds it satisfying to help an injured athlete or employee return to a normal. Giving back is important to Dr. Samuelson and he has recently participated in Operation Walk USA to assist those in need. He also has volunteered with his church. In addition, Dr. Samuelson enjoys spending time with his family, tennis, skiing and golfing.

Languages

  • English

Education

  • University Of Iowa College Of Medicine (Grad. 1988)

Other Specialties


Insurance accepted by this Doctor

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Aetna
Blue Cross / Blue Shield
  • BCBS Kansas City
Cigna
First Health Network
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare