Dr. John Thomas, MD

Dr. John Thomas, MD

Ear, Nose & Throat Doctor
1703 Termino Ave, Suite 210, Long Beach, CA 90804

At a glance

4.49 stars (100 reviews)
90% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 45 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from University of Southern California, Doctor of Medicine
Works at John Wix Thomas III, MD
4.49
100 reviews
Bedside manner
4.4
Wait time
4.8

Recent reviews

He cleared my ears of built up wax. Soon as the right ear was flushed out with warm water I could instantly feel relief.
Verified patient
I had a great experience meeting Dr Thomas. He was efficient - was able to determine cause and prescribe the appropriate medication.
Verified patient

Office location

John Wix Thomas III, MD
1703 Termino Ave, Suite 210, Long Beach, CA, 90804

John Thomas does not participate in Zocdoc to offer online booking at this time

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In-network insurances

Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare

Popular visit reasons

Allergic Cough
Child with Fever
ENT Consultation
ENT Emergency Visit
Ear Infection
Hearing Problems
Sinus Problems / Sinusitis
Sleep Problems
Allergic Cough
Child with Fever
ENT Consultation
ENT Emergency Visit

More about Dr. John Thomas, MD

A compassionate, friendly, and detail-oriented physician, Dr. John Wix Thomas is proud to provide exemplary ear, nose, and throat care to residents of Long Beach and greater Los Angeles. Dr. Thomas offers a comprehensive range of otolaryngology services including, but not limited to, ear infections, vertigo, sinus problems, snoring, and sleep problems. Always one to communicate with his patients, Dr. Thomas is committed to discussing their treatment options and answering any questions they might have. In other words, he takes a hands-on approach to patient care, and his love of helping people shines through each day he steps into the office. When Dr. Thomas is not practicing medicine, he enjoys going to the gym, hiking, camping, and collecting antique cars.

Education & experience

Education

Medical School - University of Southern California, Doctor of Medicine
Los Angeles County+University of Southern California Medical Center (Internship)
University of California, Irvine (Residency)
Veterans Affairs Long Beach Healthcare System (Residency)
Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (Residency)

Practice

John Wix Thomas III, MD

Certifications

American Board of Otolaryngology

Professional memberships

Los Angeles Society of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

Background

Languages spoken

English

Gender

Male

NPI number

#1578667069

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.49
Wait time
4.80
Bedside manner
4.42
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Good office visit. The front office is staff person is helpful. The doctor is cordial and provided effective treatment.
He cleared my ears of built up wax. Soon as the right ear was flushed out with warm water I could instantly feel relief.
Verified patient
The dr. Was informative right to the problem. No waiting what so ever. Nice for the 1st time meeting. I like him.
Verified patient
The whole experience was great. I had a case of swimmer's ear and the doctor cleared all the gunk out in minutes.
Fantastic. No long waits, answered all my questions, and was thorough in providing me a solution to my problem.
He is a great physician and usually always available if one needs him. He office staff could not be nicer.
Verified patient
I did not care for my treatment and would not recommend this office. Sorry but I was not satisfied at all
It is easy to get in to see him and he always sees me right away with no long wait in his waiting room.
Verified patient
I like him.. He seemed very personable, knowledgable, and professional.. I would recommend him
Verified patient
Seemed knowledgeable and gave a course of action to follow. Will see if it is successful.
Courteous, listens to your problems., shows concern about your well being.
Verified patient
Happy with everything. We felt comfortable how mr john handled our session
Verified patient
I felt very comfortable with Dr. Thomas. I will see him again when needed
Verified patient
Was able to resolve my hearing issue promptly (ear canal blocked by wax).
Verified patient
Saw him twice in 8 days. Knows his stuff. In and out in 10 minutes.
Verified patient
Simply the best Md I've ever had the pleasure of being treated by.
The doctor and his nurse was very professional and nice. Thank you
Knew right away what was wrong, meds Started working right away.
Verified patient
he was a kind and nice man. he probably needs to retire.
Long time patient of Dr. Thomas. Highly recommend.
Verified patient
Doctor gave me one of the dirtiest looks I have ever seen and said “if you are here for sleep problems, then why are you here” then when I told him about my sinus infections again I got the death stare and he said “that is highly unlikely”. So basically he told me I wasted money by going to see him and I’m a lier about my own body... hmmm.. fail! For both Zocdoc and doctor!
Verified patient
I had a great experience meeting Dr Thomas. He was efficient - was able to determine cause and prescribe the appropriate medication.
Verified patient
Professional & successful visit.
Verified patient
Excelente médico.
Verified patient
It was great! I highly recommend him
Verified patient
I arrived 15 mins early to fill out paperwork and was taken in right on my appt time. He seemed to be knowledgeable on my symptoms and diagnosed me and wrote my prescriptions within 30 mins. He discussed what he saw and how it’s common with my symptoms. He then set me up with a follow up appt to ensure I was getting better. Pretty simple, informative visit.
Verified patient
Experienced
Verified patient
Professional, fast, effective
Verified patient
Absolutely terrible. The doctor spent the shortest amount of time possible with me and ignored all of my questions. Furthermore, I have been in communication with the receptionist who has the RUDEST manner I have ever dealt worth. Worst doctor's office I have ever been to. Do not go.
Dr. Thomas was knowledgable about my problem.
Verified patient
Very professional and pleasant staff. Organized office and homey decor. Dr. Thomas is very good at what he does. He's quick to find problem and has u in and out. His work is procise. You don't feel rushed by him. He listens very well. Loved my visit!
Verified patient
The best Doctor ! Very professional Kind and with a faster answer to my problem with allergies help me a lot , life saver And the Recepcionist is always happy and tell you what you need to Follow with the Doctor prescription
Verified patient
Doctor spent less than 5 minutes and stepped out without even saying good bye. I understand age is not fun but hey if you feel like you too old for professional work - simply retire and let young do the job. My personal opinion if you look for simple opinion or prescription without procedure to be involved you can see this doc if you need deeper manipulation go see young doc whose hands do not shake. No offence but we all age! I agree with all other reviews regarding old school it was very old school!
I was happy with Dr. Thomas's efficiency. He explained what he was doing to resolve my issue, how it would feel and checked in with me during the procedure to make sure I was doing okay. I will definitely return if I have any ear, nose or throat issues in the future.
Verified patient
Fast and effective. Very satisfied!
Verified patient
Every 6 months or so, I deal with hearing loss caused by ear canal blockage due to excessive ear wax buildup. Dr. Thomas is always efficient, cordial and is able to use his medial equipment to resolve the problem. For people that deal with this issue, I'd definitely recommend him. The improvement in hearing is noticeable right away! -Mike
Very up front and to the point. I enjoyed coming here for my throat infection. I highley recommend this Doctor to anyone who needs his help. Thank you.
Verified patient
As always great My wife is happy with the visit and therefore i am happy. She was having alergy issues and hard time breathing its all good now. Thanks Doc we love you
Verified patient
I have a chronic ear problem and have seen many Dr.s. A usually painful procedure cleaning my ears was handled well and I left the office knowing I would return if any new symptoms occurred. Thumbs up!
Verified patient
Excellent!!! Most probably I'll be back.
Verified patient
I appreciated that Dr. Thomas was able to diagnose my condition and offer treatment options with confidence. The front office staff was very nice and the wait was minimal. My only two less-than-perfect notes are: (1) There were no armless chairs in the waiting room, so fat patients are going to have to stand or be very uncomfortable and (2) Dr. Thomas was very knowledgeable and nice - but he didn't really make eye contact, which my partner noticed. It didn't bother me, but it may bother some people.
Very old school, but definitely knew what he was doing and did it quickly. If you need a gentle bedside manner, this is not the doctor for you. Works very quickly. Office staff is particularly friendly and helpful; definitely willing to spend the time the doctor does not. Will answer any lingering questions you may have. Also seems quite knowledgeable about insurance, medication, & online appointments (ZocDoc).
Verified patient
It was great! He totally solved my problem!
Simple quick diagnosis.
Verified patient
This was my first time for my condition and at this office. Dr. Thomas was very easy, clear and nice. He diagnosed my problem, gave me a prescription, set a followup appointment and I was on my way in less than 30 minutes. The desk adminitrative assistant was warm, friendly and professional.
Verified patient
Very friendly, knowledgeable doctor. A little bit old school, but I can appreciate his down-to-business attitude over a more modern doctor who wants to upsell and perform unnecessary procedures. Would recommend.
Office is in a crowded area but they have a free parking lot. I made my appointment on ZocDoc on a Sunday night and then showed up the next morning and they were expecting me. Dr. Thomas saw me as soon as I finished the paperwork and the treatment he prescribed fixed my ear problem pretty quick.
I perforated my ear drum after an accident. He diagnosed me quit quickly which was good but he didn't explain very much to me my situation and what it involves, it seemed like he was in a hurry to let me go. His wife at the reception is the nicest, most helpful lady ever (actually she's the one that had to help me with my prescription..)
He explained what my condition was and how he was going to treat the problem (excellent). He also said I should be a lot better in two to three days and if not to call him directly. I have a return visit next week to make sure all is well and I’m sure it will be after seeing Dr. Thomas. Regards D.E.Price
Verified patient
I found Dr. Thomas kind and very knowledgeable. He explained all the symptoms and how he intended to treat them. Very glad I found him on the web. I also liked the idea that I could make an appointment online through ZocDoc.
Frequently asked questions

What practice does Dr. John Thomas work with?

Dr. John Thomas works with John Wix Thomas III, MD.

Where is Dr. John Thomas's office located?

Dr. John Thomas's office is located at 1703 Termino Ave, Long Beach, CA 90804.

Which board certifications does Dr. John Thomas have?

Dr. John Thomas is certified by American Board of Otolaryngology.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. John Thomas?

Dr. John Thomas frequently sees patients for ENT Consultation, ENT Emergency Visit, Hearing Problems, Sinus Problems / Sinusitis, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. John Thomas on their profile.

What languages does Dr. John Thomas speak?

Dr. John Thomas speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. John Thomas in reviews?

100 patients have reviewed Dr. John Thomas. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.49/5. They have a 4.42/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.8/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

John Thomas does not participate in Zocdoc to offer online booking at this time.