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Dr. Thomas Skelton, MD

Colorectal Surgery* Age 44
Dr. Thomas Skelton, MD
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Dr. Thomas Skelton, MD is a Colorectal Surgery Specialist in New Bern, NC.
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Dr. Thomas Skelton, MD

Colorectal Surgery* Age 44
New Bern, NC
Accepting new patients
17 years of experience
Dr. Thomas Skelton, MD is a Colorectal Surgery Specialist in New Bern, NC.

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Dr. Thomas Skelton, MD is a Colorectal Surgery Specialist in New Bern, NC and has 17 years experience. They graduated from University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston McGovern Medical School. They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with CarolinaEast Medical Center. Dr. Skelton has experience treating conditions like Anal or Rectal Pain and Colorectal Cancer among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Skelton received an average rating of 4.3/5 from patients and has been reviewed 22 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Skelton is board certified in Colon & Rectal Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Anal or Rectal Pain
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Colorectal Cancer
Anal or Rectal Pain
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Colorectal Cancer
Anal or Rectal Pain
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Colorectal Cancer
Intestinal Fistula
Anoscopy
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Colectomy Laparoscopic
Colectomy Sigmoidectomy with Robotic Assist
Abdominal Pain
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal Fissure
Anorectal Abscess
Anorectal Fistula
Breast Lump
Constipation
Hemorrhoids
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Proctoptosis
Rectal Prolapse
Rectovaginal Fistula
Small Intestine Cancer
Colectomy
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Destruction of Anal Tumor
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Sphincterotomy
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anal Sphincter Dysplasia
Appendicitis
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Cholangiocarcinoma
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Colon Disorders
Colon Polyp
Congenital Anomaly Esophagus
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Diverticulitis
Gallstones
Gastroparesis
Gynecologic Cancer
Hiatal Hernia
Hidradenitis
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Incisional Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Prolapse
Ischemic Colitis
Lipomas
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Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Pancreatic Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Secondary Malignancies
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcerative Colitis
Umbilical Hernia
Varicose Veins
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Anal Cauterization
Anal Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy
Augmentation Cystoplasty
Bladder Surgery
Colostomy
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Excision of Anal Tags
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Robotic Assist
Gallbladder Removal
Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Gastrotomy
Hernia Repair
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Abdominoperineal Resection of the Rectum With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Excision or Destruction of Ovary
Laparotomy
Open Gastric Restrictive Procedure
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Port Placements or Replacements
Procetectomy With Robotic Assist
Proctectomy
Proctosigmoidopexy with Robotic Assist
Repair of Anal and Rectal Defects (Anoplasty, Repair of Imperforate Anus, Sphincteroplasty, Rectal Graft)
Repair of Rectocele
Repair of Rectocele with Robotic Assist
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy with Robotic Assist
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Vaginal Prolapse Surgery
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Wedge Resection Colon
Wound Repair

Insurance Accepted

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  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Blue Advantage HMO
    Blue Card PPO
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
    HealthyBlue Advantage
  • Open Access Plus
  • MultiPlan PPO

Locations

  1. 1 New Bern Surgical Associates PA
    701 Newman Rd, New Bern, NC 28562
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (252) 633-2081
  2. 2 Carolinaeast Health System
    2000 Neuse Blvd, New Bern, NC 28560
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (252) 633-8111

Patient Satisfaction

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4.3
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1 Star (4)

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Patient Reviews
Aug 04, 2023
When I found out I needed surgery, I requested a local surgeon that I knew was very intelligent and had great bedside manner, only to find out she did nor perform colon surgeries. Alas, I took the referral to Dr. Skelton, trusting his expertise with colon surgeries. While not giving off the warmest of fuzzies, (surgeons, am I right?), he really put a lot of thought into planning the surgery in a way to not only accomplish the main goal of safely removing a mass, but also to minimize post-operative pain. I was really impressed with the preop protocol the nurses say is unique to Dr. Skelton, while efforts continue while on the O.R. table by using robotic techniques to minimize tissue damage, using long-acting local type anesthetic prior to waking up in pain, and a protocol with anti-inflammatory agents to minimize the need for narcotics after waking up. He's shown to be very responsive for after hour needs to help keep you out of the E.R. if it can be avoided. 100% recommend.
Adrienne H. — Aug 04, 2023
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Specialties*
Colorectal Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston McGovern Medical School
    2007
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Colon & Rectal Surgery and General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • University TX-Houston The Methodist Hospital
    2008
Internship

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • The Colon and Rectal Clinic of Houston
    2015
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Thomas Skelton, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Skelton's profile.

Dr. Skelton frequently treats the following conditions: Anal or Rectal Pain and Colorectal Cancer. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Thomas Skelton, MD is affiliated with CarolinaEast Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Thomas Skelton, MD holds board certification in Colon & Rectal Surgery and General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • CarolinaEast Medical Center

    2000 Neuse Blvd, New Bern, NC