Thomas E Butler JR.

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Sharp. Efficient. Personable. Highly recommended!

Dr. Butler was professional and “to-the-point”.

Dr. Butler knows his stuff. He is responsive to questions and quite accurate in his diagnosis.

If you need a great hand surgeon, Dr. Thomas Butler is the one! He has worked on my husband's hands, and my hand.. He experienced, easy to talk with and he is great at explaining what is wrong & what needs to be done.. THANK YOU Dr. BUTLER

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Service from walking in door until end of appt. was excellent. Dr. Butler eased my mind that at this time I do not need surgery. I will at a later date, however, he operated 6 years ago and all was well.

explains clearly treatment options

Immediately knew how to address the issue.

Dr. Butler is an excellent surgeon. He goes over everything and answers all my questions.

I appreciated the fact that he was very straight forward with me, explained my options, answered my questions and set me up to make a decision on how to move forward…..

Dr. Butler is kind and efficient. His skills are exemplary. His staff is wonderful!

I have been seeing him off and on for 7 years for trigger finger issues he always is very good, professional and takes time to talk with you too, doesn’t just run in and leave quickly like some specialists do!

Dr Butler is an amazing Doctor! I have had both shoulders replaced and a finger release by him and could not be happier!

Dr. Butler is an excellent surgeon. I had two different shoulder procedures with excellent results. He will answer any and all questions before and after surgery. I highly recommend him.

Dr Butler has been the go to for my multiple hand/shoulder surgeries. He is a very caring Dr. and his staff is very efficient and polite. I would highly recommend him for any of your shoulder, elbow or hand issues.

I have had surgeries on both hands and my husband on one. We trust Dr. Butler for a positive outcome.

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All excellent

Very Professional Doctor with lots of experience

Dr. Butler is the best surgeon for hand, arm, and shoulder issues in Tucson. His warmth and professionalism are appreciated by his patients.

Dr. Butler is an amazing person and an excellent dr. He genuinely cares about his patients and I truly have had a good experience with him. He’s personal and sensitive very knowledgeable and reaches out to colleagues when he isn’t sure what is next, in my situation that was appreciated. Thank you Dr. Butler. Lisa Sangineto

I had shoulder surgery a few months ago in which Dr Butler did. There was a lot of arthritis from a car accident back in 1976. The only thing I can say is you are awake when you get the nerve block and the pain from that is so bad it makes you wonder he realizes how awful it is? I have had nerve blocks from previous surgeries and was always a sleep. I have a shoulder replacement coming up in July and if I can't have the nerve block while I'm under I'm not going to get it at all. I don't think the Dr realizes the pain? He does not believe in pain medication after surgery either. So I'm a bit concerned on this? I will ask about it in a couple of weeks. I had shoulder surgery a few months ago in which Dr Butler did. There was a lot of arthritis from a car accident back in 1976. The only thing I can say is you are awake when you get the nerve block and the pain from that is so bad it makes … More

Really zero stars! After 23 years and various surgeries I was treated horribly my last 2 visits by Dr Butler. I had fallen and had injured my thumb and fractured the base of the second metacarpal and sprained my wrist and forearm (the fall caused my thumb to collapse which also caused acute carpal tunnel due to the swelling and pressure from the bone in my thumb). Dr. Butler kept looking back at the past surgeries in my chart and refused to treat me telling me that I just like surgery and he won’t be treating me and if I need surgery I can go somewhere else. He didn’t address the numbness in my thumb and pinky finger he didn’t address the swelling in my thumb (it was 4x the size of my other hand). Dr Butler used to be compassionate and understanding but a switch flipped and he was very rude, unprofessional and degrading and when I fell he refused to treat me appropriately. He told his X-RAY tech to just put me in a cast for 4 weeks I was in so much pain and it had been a month since my fall I was in tears as the cast was being molded to my swollen hand. After that appointment I went to my PCP and he immediately scheduled me with a new provider (2 weeks later) my new doctor asked why did Dr Butler cast me when clearly your thumb is injured, bruised and swollen? The new doctor removed the cast and sent me to Occupational therapy for 3 1/2 months and also ordered an ENG which was positive for Carpal Tunnel and borderline Cubital tunnel and my thumb is still swollen and painful today, because it has collapsed and is twisted and I am now scheduled to have a Carpal Tunnel release, Cubital Tunnel release and a revision surgery of my thumb reconstruction/fusion. (NOT BY DR BUTLER).

My experience was horrific! I found him arrogant, condescending, and patronizing! He treated me as if my questions were superfluous and my mental acuity was questionable. I needed rotator cuff surgery. His examination consisted of looking at my x-rays, and my age (87) which took less than five minutes. He concluded that nothing could be done. When I questioned his diagnosis, he seemed incredulous. I got the impression he thought his opinion infallible. In contrast, when I went to another orthopedic surgeon, Doctor Joel Thompson, he was the complete opposite! Not only did he assure me that my shoulder could be repaired, but he used a new orthopedic procedure. Two weeks after the operation I have regained the complete use of my arm with almost complete range of motion.

Dr Thomas Butler and his staff are simply the best! From the day one appointment to the care after a difficult surgery, I have nothing but excellent comments about their exceptional care and service. And now that I have happened to run into other former patients of his, I see that the reputation he has built over many years, spreads far and wide. Thanks, Dr. Butler and staff. Dr Thomas Butler and his staff are simply the best! From the day one appointment to the care after a difficult surgery, I have nothing but excellent comments about their exceptional care and service. And now that I have happened to run into … More

Dr. Butler is personable and is an outstanding orthopedic surgeon. He has performed surgery on both my hands and the outcomes were wonderful!

I can tell you that my experience with this Doctor was more than I expected. He did surgery on my elbow within 10 days of my first visit. I had a great anesthesiologist, Dr Behr, and I'm so thankful. The office personnel were always kind, and so helpful. I would definitely recommend anyone who needs a knowledgeable, and competent Surgeon to see this Dr... I can tell you that my experience with this Doctor was more than I expected. He did surgery on my elbow within 10 days of my first visit. I had a great anesthesiologist, Dr Behr, and I'm so thankful. The office personnel were always kind, … More

Dr. Butler was concerned and answered all my questions. He has perform surgery on my shoulder and hand and outcome was positive . I have recommended him too many of my friends and family.

Even during this epidemic, Dr. Butler is always in a good-mood; makes a 'joke' and shares information on getting rid of pain. He's one of the best.

I was HIGHLY disappointed with my appointment with Dr.Butler. I was so excited to go to my appointment due to pain in my hand, wrist, and forearm as well as the high reviews and ratings he had. After a moderate wait he entered and asked what's wrong with your hand? I thought he was breaking the ice trying to be funny so I giggled and said oh you know just the pain. He wasn't joking, stern face and sat in a chair against the wall vs the chair in front of me across the table. He asked me about a previous surgery, I showed him the few spots I have pain and mentioned my profession (which I use my hands quite a bit and have done for 11 years1). He didn't ask details, didn't touch or feel my wrist,hand, or forearm and simply reiterated my age 29 and said my options are find a new profession or do exercises and cut back. He was very cold and unwelcoming and the look on his face was as if I were pretending. He went on to tell me "His hands hurt everytime he does surgery" with a shrug. Asked about cortisone shots and if they'd help, he said youre pointing all over the place so no its just sore muscles. He said he guessed he could do an xray to make sure nothing serious but the odds of him wanting to do surgery on a young 29year old was low. I opted out on spending more money to get xrays done with a Dr who couldn't care less about me or the details of my pain. He spent more time (probably about 20 min) talking about his dogs and how he grooms them himself and how they got lost. It's such a let down to have met someone who is suppose to care, listen, and take care of their patients YOUNG or OLD. I will most definitely not be back to that office and will go elsewhere where I'm welcomed, listened to and given the time of day. I was HIGHLY disappointed with my appointment with Dr.Butler. I was so excited to go to my appointment due to pain in my hand, wrist, and forearm as well as the high reviews and ratings he had. After a moderate wait he entered and asked … More

Top notch surgeon, very thorough in his diagnosis, Caring, Compassionate and committed to providing the best treatment and I walked away anxiety free and healed.

Butler did not hear when I repeatedly stated that my recurring shoulder pain was mild, only lasting one night. My medical records stated that I said my pain was severe. He said I needed immediate surgery to not lose complete use of my shoulder. He offered no alternatives. In fear, I agreed to shoulder replacement. He was only able to do hemi replacement. He told me that the surgery was completely successful. It was not. He did not tell my physical therapy provider or me that I only had hemi. The protocol for therapy for hemi replacement is much slower than for successful surgery. My therapist alerted me that something was wrong. I had to meet with another surgeon to learn the truth. A lawyer told me that I had little chance for winning in court. Buttler appears to be a narcissist who thinks he knows more than anybody else. BEWARE. Get other opinions or avoid him all together. BTW I do have a rare genetic disorder which he did not recognize. My new doctor explained my disorder to me!

Have seen Dr. Butler several times regarding the shoulder, elbow, and hand. Have gone through 2 surgeries with him and he has provided excellent results every time. I am competitive pickleball player and he is very familiar with all PB player's oddities and maladies. The staff at the facility has always been top notch with me and has gone the extra mile with any assistance I have needed.

Professional, caring and knowledgeable. I have been going to Dr. Butler for over 10 yrs. amazing surgeon. Spent time discussing all my needs. Did both shoulder replacements. Recommend highly.

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Dr Butler did nerve release surgery on two nerves that are located near the elbow region. It did relieve the extreme pain I was having. Still dealing with a couple remain issues from my accident. The reason I gave him a 3 star is his does not communicate enough, very little pre-op or post op or even follow through with what issues remain.

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The doc fixed my worn out thumb. He was both professional and personable. My recovery time was quicker than expexted.

I have had several hand surgeries and an elbow surgery with Dr. Butler. He is an outstanding surgeon with a great bedside manner. His staff are all top notch.

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has done several surgeries on my arthritic hands and shoulders.. excellent care , excellent surgery and results. The whole office staff is wonderful as well.

If you're looking for preventive advice, I suggest looking elsewhere. I have occasional, mild tennis elbow symptoms from guitar playing and made an appointment to receive advice and recommendations on how to avoid the condition to get worse. Dr. Butler seemed to show very little interest in me, gave brief, spotty answers to my questions and ended the consult without a proper good-bye. Unless you're a candidate for expensive surgery, the practice makes it obvious they have no interest in you.

I wish I could actually review the doctor, unfortunately we never got beyond the front desk. I made an appointment for my daughter, I asked if my mom could bring my daughter. The lady told me yes with a note giving my mom permission to consent for my daughter. We did all the paperwork, I wrote the note, pulled my daughter out of school in Vail. My mom drove all the way to the office from Vail and was turned away without so much as an apology!!! I called left a message for the office manager with no returned phone call. All they repeated to my mom and daughter was the note wasn’t good enough and that they would reschedule. We took our needs elsewhere with someone more then happy to accept my note for my daughter to receive the care she needs. I wish I could actually review the doctor, unfortunately we never got beyond the front desk. I made an appointment for my daughter, I asked if my mom could bring my daughter. The lady told me yes with a note giving my mom permission to … More

Excellent Doctor. I’ve had rotator cuff on both arms and tendon repair in my left elbow. Office personnel is wonderful as is Dr Butler’s nurse. Never waited more than 15 minutes. Excellent surgical center personnel too Excellent after surgery care. Dr Butler is one in a million.

I had a tendon reattached to the elbow via pin implant in the elbow. Completed as an outpatient surgery at the center. This was done some years ago and has been excellent ever since.

I just had some wrist work done by Dr. Butler and It was almost a pleasure to have this done by him (except for the cast I had to have on my writing-arm!). He has a delightful bedside-manner and listens to what you are telling him. He is direct about what can be done for your problem and then gives you options. He's also quite funny and makes you feel at ease. needless to say, I love him!!!

I had surgery for Dupuytren's Contracture of the hand by Dr. Butler. I suffered little if any pain during or after the surgery, and the recovery was exceptionally fast (I was typing on the computer with that hand (although slowly) the first day. On the second day, my typing was completely unencumbered after they changed to a smaller bandage. Judging by the results, I feel that Dr. Butler is an excellent surgeon, and the staff at the surgery center was also excellent.

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Dr Thomas Butler, is wonderful surgeon. He did my hands and not pain anymore wonderful job.im very happy God bless his hands????????????????

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Dr. Butler performed a sagittal band reconstruction on my left hand index finger. I'm a guitar player & thought i'd never play again. Well, it's be about a year and I'm playing again, improving my technique, reinventing my style and my overall approach to the instrument. The injury was horrible but it provided me with the experience of being operated on by a maestro!

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Arrived on time but after 45 mins in crowded waiting room (no magazines to speak of, no wifi); told "next to just be put in room", then told "2 people in rooms ahead", no clear time for being seen after that; asked why not informed in advance or when checking in that MD running hours behind; no answer! As a physician myself, I know that any office that is run so poorly with little consideration of patients does not deliver adequate medical care. Trust this MD: find another physician!!

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