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Brian Thomas, MD, FAAD

Board-Certified Dermatologist Board-Certified Mohs Surgeon Trained Mohs Micrographic Skin Cancer Surgeon
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Dr. Brian Thomas joined Tennessee River Dermatology in 2013. He specializes in general medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology. He is a subspecialist in micrographic dermatologic (Mohs) surgery and in dermatopathology, the microscopic interpretation of skin biopsies.

Dr. Thomas received a Bachelor of Engineering degree, magna cum laude, from Vanderbilt University, where he was also selected for the Tau Beta Pi National Engineering Honor Society. He is an honors graduate of the University of Alabama School of Medicine. Dr. Thomas completed an internship in basic surgery and residency in dermatology at the Naval Medical Center of San Diego, California. During his residency, his peers and supervising faculty twice elected him “most valuable resident.” He completed a dermatopathology fellowship at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York. Dr. Thomas is a diplomate of the American Boards of Dermatology and Pathology, holding board certification in dermatology, dermatopathology, and micrographic dermatologic (Mohs) Surgery. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology. He is licensed to practice medicine in Alabama.

Dr. Thomas has participated in original dermatologic research and has been published in multiple professional journals. He has been an invited lecturer at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Dermatology. From 2008 to 2013, Dr. Thomas was an attending physician in the dermatology department at the National Military Medical Center in Bethesda, Maryland. Prior to leaving this post, he attained the rank of Commander in the United States Navy.

Undergraduate Degree
Vanderbilt University - Nashville, TN

Medical Degree
University of Alabama School of Medicine - Birmingham, AL

Dermatology Residency
Naval Medical Center - San Diego, CA

Schedule an appointment with Dr. Thomas at these locations:

Tennessee River Dermatology clinic exterior in Athens, AL
Tennessee River Dermatology

A Forefront Dermatology Practice

220 French Farms Blvd Ste C
Athens, AL 35611

(256) 233-2000

Medical dermatology

Skin cancer treatment

Cosmetic dermatology

Tennessee River Dermatology clinic exterior in Florence, AL
Tennessee River Dermatology

A Forefront Dermatology Practice

2471 Helton Dr
Florence, AL 35630

(256) 765-2000

Medical dermatology

Skin cancer treatment

Cosmetic dermatology

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What Dr. Thomas's patients have to say:

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I would recommend Dr Thomas to my family and friends.

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Very thorough.

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I got into my appointment in a timely manner. I did not have to wait long to see the doctor. The examination was thorough.

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Dr. Thomas was so kind and thorough. I was in and out before my appointment time even arrived. Office staff had great customer service skills.

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Dr. Thomas and his staff were friendly, quick and efficient was in and out with in thirty minutes.

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Dr. Thomas was very nice and answered my questions completely. I would recommend him for your dermatology needs.

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In quickly, thorough skin check, very nice staff

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Great in and out fast and job well done.

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Very professional and polite!

Google Reviews • Forefront

Very quick and thorough!

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I trust Dr Thomas with all of dermatology needs.

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Dr. Thomas and his staff are always pleasant and take time to listen to and address any concerns.

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Dr. Thomas is great! Very professional and polite!

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Dr. Thomas is great! Very professional and polite!

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Dr. Thomas and staff are great people. Been a patient for 8 yrs now and they are the most efficient and attentive to my time: always on time, sticking to the schedule like no other medical office I have ever experienced. Kudos and thanks!!

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Dr. Thomas is professional, knowledgeable and caring! He explained everything he needed to do. My procedure did not hurt! I Highly recommend this practice!

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Dr Thomas is very thorough checking me for my once a year appointment. He is to the point, but always very nice and his staff is awesome. I am definitely a sun lover, he just tells me to wear sunscreen. I would recommend Dr Thomas and his team to anyone

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6 month follow up on skin cancer treatment. Pl radiant and thorough. Explained everything well and answered all questions I had.

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Everyone is always very nice and caring and Dr. Thomas is the best

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Check in process went very smooth, doctor and nurse were willing to listen to me.