Santhosh Thomas, DO, MBA
Additional Locations
Center for Spine Health
Richard E. Jacobs Health Center
33100 Cleveland Clinic Blvd.
Avon, OH 44011
Driving Directions
- Appointment:
- 440.695.4000
- Desk:
- 440.695.4000
- Fax:
- 440.695.4619
Treatment & Services
- Back and Neck Pain Treatment
- Cervical, Thoracic And Lumbar Epidural Injections
- Cervical, Thoracic And Lumbar Radiofrequency Ablation
- Electromyography
- Interventional Pain Management
- Interventional Spine Procedures
- Joint Injections
- Medical Acupuncture
- Medical Management Of Spinal Disorders
- Medical Orthopaedics
- Musculoskeletal Evaluation
- Musculoskeletal Medicine
- Nerve Blocks
- Non-Operative Spine Care
- Non-Surgical Treatment of Musculoskeletal Sports Injuries
- Peripheral Joint Injections
- Radiofrequency Ablation
- Spinal Injections
- Sports Medicine
- Viscosupplementation
- X-Ray
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Back Disorders
- Back Pain in Athletes
- Cervical and Lumbar Degenerative Disc Disease
- Cervical, Thoracic and Lumbar Spine Disorders
- Chronic Back Pain
- Chronic Myofascial Pain (CMP)
- Degenerative Spine Disease
- Facet Arthropathy
- Facet Joint Syndrome
- Herniated Disc
- Hip Pain
- Knee Injuries
- Knee Pain
- Leg Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Musculoskeletal Impairments
- Musculoskeletal Pain
- Myelography
- Myofascial Pain Syndrome
- Neck Pain
- Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
- Radiculopathy
- Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction
- Sacroilitis
- Sciatica
- Spine Pain
- Spondylolisthesis
- Spondylolysis
- Spondylosis
- Stenosis - Spinal
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Appointed
2000
Education & Fellowships
Graduate School - Case Western Reserve University Weatherhead School of Management
Cleveland,
OH USA
2008
Fellowship - Florida Spine Institute
Interventional Spine/Pain
Clearwater,
FL USA
2000
Residency - New York University Medical Center
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
New York,
NY USA
1999
Internship - Massapequa General Hospital
Transitional
Seaford,
NY USA
1996
Medical Education - New York College of Osteopathic Medicine
New York,
NY USA
1995
Undergraduate - New York University
New York,
NY USA
1990
Professional Highlights
- Board-certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation
- Subspecialty certification in pain medicine
- Associate Medical Director, Richard E. Jacobs Health Center
- Co-Director - Medical Spine Fellowship
Certifications
- Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
- Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - Pain Medicine
Specialty Interests
Evaluation and Management of Back and Neck Pain, Interventional Pain Management, Musculoskeletal and Sports Medicine, Electromyography
Memberships
- American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
- North American Spine Society
- International Spine Intervention Society
Research & Publications
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As of 10/22/2018, Dr. Thomas has reported the financial relationships with the companies listed below. In general, patients should feel free to contact their doctor about any of the relationships and how the relationships are overseen by Cleveland Clinic. To learn more about Cleveland Clinic's policies on collaborations with industry and innovation management, go to our Integrity in Innovation page.
Consulting and/or Speaking. Dr. Thomas receives fees of $5,000 or more per year as a paid consultant, speaker or member of an advisory committee for the following companies:
- State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company
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199 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their views and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Cleveland Clinic.
| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.7 | |
| Listens | 4.8 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.8 | |
| Knows Medical History | 4.5 | |
| Time Spent with Patient | 4.8 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.7 |
25 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Jun 12, 2019
dr santosh is a very good listener, that means a lot!!!
Reviewed on May 31, 2019
provider didn't seem to care about my pain or inability to move around. provider basically told me there was nothing he could do for me. very displeased with what I thought would be helpful to my health. provider made me feel discouraged about my condition improving.
Reviewed on May 17, 2019
This was my first visit. I was impressed with Dr. Thomas, and felt very comfortable.
Reviewed on May 15, 2019
My appointment I had with Dr. Thomas was what I needed to hear for my issues . He was very patient and explained everything so well and took the time needed ! Great Doctor!
Reviewed on May 8, 2019
dr. Thomas listened to my input and provided explanation
Reviewed on May 3, 2019
Dr. Thomas LISTENED to me! He answered all my questions about my concerns and let me know that when things changed, to let him know and we'd have other options.
Reviewed on Apr 15, 2019
I very much appreciated Dr. Thomas stating that he would stay with us until all are concerns and questions have been addressed.
Reviewed on Mar 4, 2019
Dr. Thomas reassured me about my condition and how we can go about treating it.
Reviewed on Feb 27, 2019
I first talked to a Fellow and then Dr. Thomas they were both very professional answered all my questions and made me feel very much at ease. I would highly recommend Dr. Thomas.
Reviewed on Feb 25, 2019
I don't feel that Dr. Thomas helped me at all. he didn't really listen to how I was feeling. all he suggested was to do therapy. I've had therapy before. he did show me my X-rays and explained what was going on but he didn't address my pain and he didn't understand what I wasn't able to do because of the arthritis getting worse in my neck and spine! I was very disappointed.
Reviewed on Feb 25, 2019
Dr Thomas treated me like "Ih well this happens to a lot of people" that's what he said to me. he really didn't do anything for my condition!!!
Reviewed on Feb 25, 2019
Dr. Thomas didn't listen very well
Reviewed on Feb 25, 2019
I would not recommend Dr. Thomas to anyone. The staff was excellent but Dr Thomas was not.
Reviewed on Feb 18, 2019
Taken in and prepped for custom-had to wait for doctor for 45 minutes in stiirups -very uncomfortable. nurse informed him I was ready but he did someone else first -I was on time for appt
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2019
Dr. Thomas was very good. It was a good experience.
Reviewed on Jan 28, 2019
I feel fortunate to have had an appointment with Dr. Thomas.
Reviewed on Jan 25, 2019
I was able to reach Dr. Thomas and he resolved the problem with my back. He is an outstanding physician.
Reviewed on Jan 25, 2019
I have recommended Dr. Thomas to many people because he genuinely cares about what is going on with a person and how he can help. He or his PA always respond quickly whenever I have concerns or questions. Wish there were more docs like him.
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2019
truly feel that the staff and doctor really cared about my issues
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2019
Dr. Thomas listened to my concerns, explained my condition, provided options for treatment. I would recommend him to others.
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2019
Good experience.....Dr.Thomas is the best.....also a true gentleman.
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2019
Always a pleasure to see Dr. Thomas
Reviewed on Sep 21, 2018
Dr. Thomas wanted an x-ray of my back but didn't give specific instructions on whether a follow-up appointment was needed or not. I had to call for a follow-up.
Reviewed on Aug 22, 2018
No problems with scheduling or visit with doctor
Reviewed on Jul 16, 2018
I asked the physician about medication to ease some of the numbness in my hands. I asked him specifically about gabapentin, a medication I'm familiar with for neuropathy. He stated he thought about it but decided against it because it would make me drowsy. He never asked me if I would be interested in taking it he just decided himself that no I would not want that medicine. He also never said anything about follow up and never requested a follow up appointment for me. I felt as if he knew from the beginning of the appointment that he was not going to follow up with me. And I was correct.