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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:

Google Reviews • Forefront

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

Google Reviews • Forefront

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

Google Reviews • Forefront

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

Google Reviews • Forefront

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

Google Reviews • Forefront

Dr. Thomas and staff are always very nice as well as professional.

Google Reviews • Forefront

Well this bunch of folks has there act together. Fastest i have ever been checked in. Nurse finished getting her information, Dr Came in. Got me fixed up. Like I said you folks were Outstanding. I'll be back.

Google Reviews • Forefront

Very good

Google Reviews • Forefront

The only issue I had was VA told me my appointment was at 6:50 a.m. in the morning and they don't even open up till 7:30 a.m. . One other thing was it took a long time to get the appointment it's understandable when you're a physician that is in demand. Other than that they were very good at what they do and seem to be very thorough.

Google Reviews • Forefront

Ever one so nice dr Thomas was very helpful and did a great job

Google Reviews • Forefront

Very efficient, no waiting time. Dr Thomas clearly explained the cause, symptoms and solution.

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Dr Thomas and staff are wonderful. Dr Thomas is very calming and his nurse was very gentle with the deadening shots. Highly recommend

Google Reviews • Forefront

Always professional and does a great job.

Google Reviews • Forefront

Always a pleasant visit at TRD. I called the day before telling the receptionist that I had a place on my arm that I’d like Dr Thomas to take a look at. She checked with him and he agreed to see me at 8:00 the next day. Can’t say enough on how much I appreciate him and his staff.

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Dr Thomas and his staff are always very friendly and professional. Hardly ever any wait time in the lobby. I wish all Dr’s visits were like his .

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Very nice guy came look me over for skin cancer gave his opinion on what I should do was fast he was headed back out the door I stopped him asked him a few more questions he came back in answering all my questions

Google Reviews • Forefront

Very kind and thorough and was seen very quickly

Google Reviews • Forefront

Very professional and friendly. Dr Thomas and his male assistant explained everything before touching me. They were informative and caring. No wait time at all and I appreciated getting in earlier even on a Saturday.

Google Reviews • Forefront

Dr. Thomas was very thorough and kind.

Google Reviews • Forefront

Informative and efficient visit

Google Reviews • Forefront

Office staff is very courteous and professional. Dr. Thomas listened to my symptoms and diagnosed me properly. The treatment he prescribed has been very helpful. My office visits are prompt after registering at the front desk.