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Alexandra Thomas, MD, FACP
  • Medical Oncology and Hematology
Alexandra Thomas, MD, FACP

Alexandra Thomas, MD, FACP

  • Medical Oncology and Hematology

Conditions and Treatments

  • Breast Cancer
  • Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer Syndrome
4.9 (136 Ratings)


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    Conditions and Treatments

    • Chemotherapy
    • Breast Cancer
    • Precision Medicine
    • Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer Syndrome

    Ratings and Reviews

    4.9

    136 Ratings 43 Comments

    Listened to me 4.8
    Clearly explained my problem or condition 4.8
    Addressed my questions and concerns 4.8

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    Patient Comments

    • September 2, 2023 Dr. Thomas is so nice. She makes you feel comfortable in talking to her. She takes time with you and doesn’t make you feel she’s in a hurry.
    • August 31, 2023 I love the Clemmons location! It is so easy to park and find my provider. One bit of feedback: the check-in procedure changes every time I visit. Fairly confusing. Dr. Thomas is the best!
    • August 31, 2023 Wonderful Doctor! Explains everything clearly and listens to my questions and includes me in discussions about my care and treatment.
    • August 24, 2023 Her caring attitude. Her careful explanations of my issues. Always makes sure I am aware of the next steps in my care plan
    • August 11, 2023 Dr Thomas is very caring and personable, she apologized for all the problems I had today. She always makes sure you understand your treatment plan and is very willing to answer your questions. She takes her time explaining to me concerning my care.
    • August 10, 2023 A delightful elegant lady who devoted all her attention to me for the visit. Very knowledgeable. Couldn't wish for more.
    • August 7, 2023 Dr. Thomas is always knowledgeable of past visits and ready to listen to my concerns and my questions from my last visit. She is genuinely concerned about me as a whole person and I always leave with a good feeling.
    • July 27, 2023 Dr. Thomas is absolutely the "Best". Her care, concern, expertise are shown on each and every visit. There is comfort in knowing she is in charge of your health care. Thank you Dr. Thomas for all you do.
    • July 21, 2023 Dr. Thomas is thorough and compassionate. She covers all aspects of care and listens to my concerns and questions.
    • July 17, 2023 Dr. Thomas is always willing to listen patiently to your questions and concerns. She is very personable.
    • July 14, 2023 Dr Thomas is a knowledgeable and sincere physician who reviewed my current health status, provided clear recommendations for continued care, and clearly answered all of my questions. I greatly appreciate the excellent level of care she has given me.
    • July 13, 2023 Dr Thomas is very personable. She ensures you understand and includes you in the process
    • June 24, 2023 Dr. Thomas is one of the most caring doctors. She is concerned about your health and always wants to find treatments that will continue to help you. She listens to any concerns and is very willing to answer any questions you have. I feel comfortable around her to ask her anything I need to know. My husband and I are very well pleased with her and accepts any suggestions she has.
    • June 22, 2023 She is compassionate, caring and actually listens to what her patients say.
    • June 20, 2023 I could not be in better hands than those of Dr. Thomas. She is the most thorough and caring doctor in the oncology medical practice. She takes her time and explains every thing to me concerning my care in great detail. She also uses every tool in her toolbox to keep me cancer free and healthy.
    • June 15, 2023 Dr. Explained everything in a way I can understand
    • June 8, 2023 Dr.Thomas is a Wonderful And caring Dr. She wants to see her patients get better and free from cancer. She has your Health in her best interest and so understanding of your thoughts and feelings! She’s a great encouragement to Us scared patients and very respectful to you and family members also want the best out of your life and living long. I truly thank God for her and her Team. Always Love and respect.
    • June 8, 2023 Felt like she gave holistic attention to me and my medical needs. She seems very caring about me and my family. She works well with my other health care providers.
    • June 1, 2023 I cannot say enough good things about Dr. Thomas! She is very professional, informative, and KIND! She will explain your condition and what you need to do and exactly why you need to do that. She will answer any and all questions you might have. I would highly recommend her to anyone!!!
    • June 1, 2023 Dr. Thomas is very professional, listens and addresses my concerns.
    • June 1, 2023 Dr. Thomas is superb. One of my best friends is under her care now, too. I highly recommended Dr. Thomas. She is extremely knowledgeable and professional. Most important, I trust her.
    • May 12, 2023 Dr. Thomas is extremely caring, thorough and patient . She provided information in terms that I could easily process and understand. She made sure to ask me how I was doing and was very personable !
    • April 21, 2023 Dr. Thomas is very caring and easy to talk to. She always makes me feel at ease. She asks about my family as well.
    • April 21, 2023 she is very patient,listens to your concerns,
    • April 20, 2023 Dr Thomas is amazing. We’ve journeyed together now for three years. She takes the time to get to know her patients and knows all of their medical history. She is always such a delight and makes a scary place feel welcoming.
    • March 31, 2023 Overall a great physician.
    • March 14, 2023 Dr Thomas is caring, personable, and calm. I really like her.
    • March 9, 2023 It was a Blessing I was assigned Dr Thomas when my cancer was diagnosed. I will be forever grateful as is my family! She is SO Knowledgeable, Compassionate, concerned with me as a person before and after my treatment and just all round a terrific person!
    • March 6, 2023 She explained it all so I could understand she’s very nice and iam glad she my doctor
    • March 4, 2023 always compassionate and professional
    • February 17, 2023 I was not pleased with my visit with her. She entered the room with bad energy over a miscommunicated message via telephone. Basically tried to talk down to me and said that other health procedures that I had to rescheduled due to no insurance was not important. I’m was not pleased with her actions and I plan to remove myself from her practice. I no longer trust her with my care.
    • February 7, 2023 Dr. Thomas is a super doctor. She always makes me feel special. She listens and answers my questions and addresses my concerns.
    • January 6, 2023 Dr. Thomas is a knowledgeable, caring physician. She takes time to fully explore all options and considers the patient’s concerns and wishes.
    • December 23, 2022 I just love Dr. Thomas. She is so personable and always make me feel special.
    • December 20, 2022 Explains and listens very well. Shows concern and figures out the best treatment plan
    • December 15, 2022 Dr Thomas is always caring, tuned in to my situation and approach to managing my health, and knowledgeable/straightforward in our discussions. I have complete confidence in her and it??s always a pleasure to see her
    • December 15, 2022 Dr Thomas shows so much care and compassion. Would highly recommend her to anyone that needs oncology services. She makes you feel like family.
    • November 22, 2022 Dr Thomas is a great listener and shows concern for her patients
    • November 17, 2022 Dr Thomas is the best. I feel so lucky to have her to head up my cancer care. She is extremely thorough regarding my illness. She's always very up feeling.
    • October 25, 2022 please see the previous information. Dr Thomas was wonderful.
    • October 25, 2022 Dr. Thomas is always caring and compassionate. You leave feeling heard and cared for.
    • September 30, 2022 Always Enjoy seeing Dr Thomas. She??s an amazing provider.
    • September 30, 2022 Nunca hab??a conocido a nadie c??mo ella tan amable y dulce conmigo es una linda persona dios la bendiga siempre

    Locations

    Comprehensive Cancer Center

    Address

    Medical Center Boulevard

    Winston-Salem, NC 27157

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    336-716-9253
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    Hematology and Oncology - Clemmons

    Address

    2311 Lewisville-Clemmons Road

    Clemmons, NC 27012

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    Contact Us

    336-713-1717
    Hematology and Oncology - Clemmons, 2311 Lewisville-Clemmons Road - Google Maps

    Hematology and Oncology - Cancer Center

    Address

    Medical Center Boulevard

    3rd Floor

    Winston Salem, NC 27157

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    Contact Us

    336-713-5440
    336-713-5445 (FAX)
    Hematology and Oncology - Cancer Center, Medical Center Boulevard - Google Maps

    Credentials

    Education

    • AB, Princeton University, 1987
    • MD, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, 1995

    Residency

    • Internal Medicine, Stanford University School of Medicine, 1998

    Fellowship

    • Medical Oncology, University of Iowa College of Medicine, 2008

    Board Certifications

    • American Board of Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology

    Positions

    • Physician
    • Professor, Hematology and Oncology

    Insurance

    Insurance Accepted

    This chart is a list of the most common health insurance plans we accept. This list is subject to change. Please check your individual plan to confirm their participation and the coverage allowed.

    Due to the different physician groups and hospitals within the Wake Forest Baptist system, physician services and hospital services are billed separately. Please remember that health insurance coverage varies, so some services may not be covered.

    If you don’t see your plan or you have questions, please call our Customer Service Center at 877-938-7497. We will do our best to work with you and your plan.


    Key

    WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
    NCBH
    - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
    LMC
    - Lexington Medical Center
    CHC
    - Cornerstone Healthcare
    Wilkes
    - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
    HPR
    - High Point Regional
    N/A
    - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
    NC
    -Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC


    Wake Forest Baptist Health Managed Care/MA Contracts - January2022

    AETNA CONNECTED ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations

    AETNA (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations

    AETNA MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations

    AETNA WHOLE HEALTH: Accepted at all locations

    ALIGNMENT HEALTHCARE MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC and Wilkes (not applicable to services provided at High Point)

    AMBETTER OF NC: Accepted at all locations

    AMERIHEALTH CARITAS NEXT ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations

    APEX MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations

    BCBSNC (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations

    BCBS HIGH PERFORMANCE (NATIONAL NETWORK): Accepted at all locations

    BLUE LOCAL (WFBH INDIVIDUAL & WFBH X_Group): Accepted at all locations

    BLUE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations

    BLUE VALUE: Accepted at all locations

    CAROLINA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)

    CIGNA: Accepted at all locations

    CIGNA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at NCBH and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC and Wilkes)

    CIGNA HEALTHSPRING MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Wilkes)

    CIGNA LIFESOURCE (TRANSPLANTS): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)

    COVENTRY/WELLPATH: Accepted at all locations

    CRESCENT PPO (ASHEVILLE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)

    DEVOTED HEALTH: Accepted at all locations

    DIRECT NET:
    Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not contracted, very low to no volume for CHC)

    FIRST HEALTH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations

    FIRSTCAROLINACARE (PINEHURST, NC): Accepted at NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for WFUHS, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)

    GATEWAY HEALTH ALLIANCE (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)

    GOLDEN RULE INS (UNITED): Accepted at all locations

    HEALTHGRAM (formerly PRIMARY PHYSICIAN CARE): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and LMC (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)

    HEALTHTEAM ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations

    HUMANA CHOICECARE: Accepted at all locations

    HUMANA MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations

    LIBERTY ADVANTAGE (MEDICARE ADVANTAGE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)

    MAGELLAN (BEHAVIORAL HEALTH): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)

    MEDCOST: Accepted at all locations

    MEDCOST ULTRA: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not applicable at CHC)

    OPTUMHEALTH (TRANSPLANTS - APPLICABLE TO NCBH/WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)

    PREFERRED CARE OF VA INC: Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)

    SOUTHERN HEALTH SVCS (COVENTRY-PPO ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie and CHC (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, Wilkes and High Point)

    TWIN COUNTY (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)

    UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC and Wilkes)

    UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT PROGRAM (WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS (not applicable for services provided at NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)

    UNITED HEALTHCARE: Accepted at all locations

    UNITED HEALTHCARE ESSENTIALS ACA/EXCHANGE: Accepted at all locations

    UNITED HEALTHCARE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations

    VA CCN: Accepted at all locations

    WELLCARE: Accepted at all locations

    WELLPATH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations 


    Key 

    WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
    NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
    LMC - Lexington Medical Center
    CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
    Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
    HPR- High Point Regional
    N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
    NC - Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC


    Research

    • Publications
    • Clinical Trials
    • Incidence and Survival Among Young Women With Stage I-III Breast Cancer: SEER 2000-2015. Thomas A, Rhoads A, Pinkerton E, Schroeder MC, Conway KM, Hundley WG, McNally LR, Oleson J, Lynch CF, Romitti PA. . 2019 Sep; 3(3):pkz040.
    • Ca2+ and CACNA1H mediate targeted suppression of breast cancer brain metastasis by AM RF EMF. Sharma S, Wu SY, Jimenez H, Xing F, Zhu D, Liu Y, Wu K, Tyagi A, Zhao D, Lo HW, Metheny-Barlow L, Sun P, Bourland JD, Chan MD, Thomas A, Barbault A, D'Agostino RB, Whitlow CT, Kirchner V, Blackman C, Pasche B, Watabe K. EBioMedicine. 2019 Jun; 44:194-208.
    • Frequency of Transition From Stage A to Stage B Heart Failure After Initiating Potentially Cardiotoxic Chemotherapy. Jones DN, Jordan JH, Meléndez GC, Lamar Z, Thomas A, Kitzman DW, Suerken C, D'Agostino RB, Hundley WG. JACC Heart Fail. 2018 12; 6(12):1023-1032.
    • Lobar versus sub-lobar surgery for pulmonary typical carcinoid, a population-based analysis. Furqan M, Tien YY, Schroeder MC, Parekh KR, Keech J, Allen BG, Thomas A, Zhang J, Clamon G, Abu Hejleh T. J Thorac Dis. 2018 Oct; 10(10):5850-5859.
    • Optoacoustic imaging identifies ovarian cancer using a microenvironment targeted theranostic wormhole mesoporous silica nanoparticle. Samykutty A, Grizzle WE, Fouts BL, McNally MW, Chuong P, Thomas A, Chiba A, Otali D, Woloszynska A, Said N, Frederick PJ, Jasinski J, Liu J, McNally LR. Biomaterials. 2018 11; 182:114-126.
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    • I-SPY 2 Trial: Study of multiple drugs and imaging techniques to predict treatment responses in Breast Cancer
    • Study of the Drug Combination ASTX727 Plus Talazoparib in Patients with Triple Negative or Hormone Resistant/HER2-negative Metastatic Breast Cancer
    • Study of the Drug Trastuzumab Deruxtecan (T-DXd) Compared to the Drug Trastuzumab Emtansine (T-DM1) in Individuals with HER2-Positive Primary Breast Cancer
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