
Thomas Carter, MD
Knee Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Sports MedicineOrthopedic SurgerySports Medicine
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Teenagers
- Adults
Languages
- English
Provider Gender
MaleAbout Thomas Carter and Banner Safety Practices
Care Philosophy
My personal approach to taking care of patients is to try to treat them the same whether a weekend warrior or a professional athlete. Although I am an Orthopedic surgeon, my passion is rather than treat injuries is to develop educational and outreach programs to help prevent injuries in young athletes.
Specializing In
Knee Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic Sports Medicine
Orthopedic Surgery
Sports Medicine
Interests & Activities
I have spend nearly 2 decades as the Suns Head Team Physician and 14 at ASU as the Head Orthopedic Team Physician. I am now serving as the Head Orthopedic Team Physician at GCU. I enjoy covering sports events, but also hiking and travelling.
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: University of Western Ontario, Sports Medicine, 1989
- Residency: The Ohio State University College of Medicine, Orthopedic Surgery, 1988
- Fellowship: Teton Outpatient Services, Sports Medicine, 1988
- Internship: The Ohio State University College of Medicine, Orthopedic Surgery, 1984
- Medical School: University of Pittsburgh, 1983
Board Certifications
- Orthopaedic Surgery: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, 2023
Video
Locations
- Banner Sports Medicine Scottsdale
- 7400 North Dobson Road, Suite 201, Scottsdale, AZ 85256
- phone: 480-733-7400
- fax: 480-207-2118
- Banner - University Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Institute
- 755 East McDowell Road, Phoenix, AZ 85006
- phone: 602-521-3250
- fax: 602-521-3251
Testimonials
4.8 out of 5.0
611 ratingsAll patient experience ratings and testimonials are submitted by actual patients and verified by a leading independent customer experience company. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/7/2025
Very knowledgeable, felt like he genuinely cared
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/3/2025
I have known Dr. Carter since 2000. He is the best orthopedic surgeon in the Valley!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/27/2025
Dr Carter is the best at what he does Great customer service and explains what the procedure is about and we will recommend him to all Family and Friends and coworkers
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/21/2025
Dr Carter came recommended by another family who child had a sport injury. He was also great with our son's care and has been kind and informative about his recovery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/16/2025
Dr. Carter is the absolute best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2025
Very friendly, knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/9/2025
This is the second surgery I have had by Dr. Carter and in both had good results. He is straight forward and kind in telling you your options for treatment. In my case for surgery. Postoperatively, he showed me pictures and explained them in regard to my result and then what I may do down the line to optimize my results like PT, etc.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/25/2025
Dr. Carter is great! He is so patient and informative!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2025
He is the best, ever!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2025
Thorough and knowledgeable. Explained my diagnosis and options with excellent interaction.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/6/2025
He knows his field. Listened to my concerns, friendly, courteous and professional. Ordered me an MRI to help get a diagnosis
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2025
He's an experienced pro with a great reputation.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/3/2025
He's smart, jovial and professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/30/2025
Professional and personal, tremendous expertise in in orthopedics
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/22/2025
He's the best in the industry. Very knowledgeable, caring, compassionate and very professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/22/2025
He's the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/3/2025
Dr. Carter explained what was going on. He is very kind and professional. My stepmother, a retired nurse, vouched that he is one of the best in his field.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/3/2025
He is very knowledgeable. Great doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/31/2025
He explained his hypothesis of the severity of my injury, and then he explained why he was correct once he received the MRI results.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/28/2025
Good analysis, walked through the MRI and provided a practical Dx
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/23/2025
He's been excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/2/2025
He is true professional who uses his skills to care for his patients with a great personality.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/22/2025
Experienced beyond
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/12/2025
Knowledgeable and friendly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/3/2025
Dr. Carter is a very skilled surgeon. He's knowledgeable and does excellent work. He's also kind and it's clear he cares about his patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/11/2025
Dr. Carter takes his job seriously and he's a really good doctor. He gets back to you with information asap
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/6/2025
I found Thomas Carter online and he took my insurance and as an athletic person he was able to give me the right direction and help me with my recovery
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/6/2025
Knowledgeable and friendly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/30/2025
Courteous and easy to talk to, knows his stuff
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/21/2025
Dr. Carter was excellent and from our first interaction to our last he was informative and made sure I knew what was going on. His expertise and care with my knee surgery has been very evident during my recovery process and the pain and mobility relief he was able to give me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/10/2025
Excellent Doctor who clearly is passionate about his work.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/9/2025
So far everything seems to be going toward my reconstruction for a better quality of life.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/21/2025
He has a lot of experience and he operated on my friend without any complications.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/29/2025
Dr. Carter was well versed with the my problem when he entered the consultation room. I could tell that he had reviewed all of the results of the exam that had been performed by the clinician. Dr. Carter asked a few more questions and performed a few more tests to determine the likelihood of my problem.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2025
Knowledge and personable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/13/2025
Very experienced and professional opinion
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/18/2024
The ultimate professional. Made me very comfortable with him being my surgeon. Let me know it is a difficult procedure but he's best for the job. Couldn't ask for a better surgeon.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/15/2024
Dr. Carter was very concerned with my issue and diagnosed and sent for PT
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/10/2024
He is kind and friendly!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/29/2024
He's awesome
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/4/2024
If you want the best, you see Dr Carter.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/29/2024
His skills and caring, very calming
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2024
Dr. Carter came highly recommended from friends who have been in his care and I'm not disappointed in choosing him to fix my health issue.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2024
We felt he was knowledgeable, kind and thoughtful. He answered our questions and concerns and we did not feel rushed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/30/2024
Professional manner quickly understood my problem and made a strong recommendations.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/30/2024
He is the best knee guy I know, and he is conservative in his approach
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2024
Dr. Carter was personable, connected with my son, reassured us that all would be well, called us several times personally when we had questions or to share important information, capable and knowledgeable, and made us feel like we were important to him and worth his time and effort.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2024
Dr. Carter is one of the most knowledgeable orthopedic surgeons I've had the pleasure of meeting. He always sits down and explains things so that you understand. He is efficient with my time and makes sure he answers all of my questions prior to the end of the appointment
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2024
Easy to talk to , very friendly and it shows he cares for his patients. Dr Carter even called the day after surgery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/27/2024
Dr. Carter is great! He took care of my knee right away! He is always an email away answering my questions and checking on how my recovery is going!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2024
Dr. Carter was great answered all my questions no matter how many times I emailed him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/8/2024
Knowledgeable with a calming demeanor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/27/2024
He is direct, personable and on point. I feel I'll get excellent care each time I see him and I know he'll tell me what I need or do not need.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/21/2024
Truly cares about his patients well being
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/10/2024
Very personable with a feeling of care. Also, he checked up on me on a national holiday. Above and beyond. Taking the extra step of humanness was profound.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/5/2024
I have known and worked with Dr Carter for over 15 years. He has always been on the cutting edge of sports medicine and I knew he was very trustworthy with a good bed side manner. He very much cares about his patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2024
Dr. Carter was professional, easy to talk with, took time to explain things, answer questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/25/2024
Dr. Thomas makes you feel important when he visits with you. He sits down is able to look you in the eye and gives you his honest opinion.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/20/2024
My second procedure with Dr. Carter and I would not want anyone else to work on me! Once you have had the best you want no one else!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/20/2024
Dr. Carter has the greatest bedside manner, attentive to patient, highest standard of care, knowledgeable and thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/20/2024
Very involved and knowledgeable to my procedure and made sure to follow up with me to make sure I was ok
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/17/2024
Very friendly, knowledgeable and answered all of my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/17/2024
Very knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/7/2024
Compassionate and provided immediate care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/3/2024
Dr. Tom Carter is personable, professional and the best physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/1/2024
He was thorough, kind, relatable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/25/2024
He is simply the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/21/2024
Attentive, communicative, and compassionate. He also had very clear pre- and post-operative instructions which made me feel more at ease with the procedure.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/2/2024
He is a top notch doctor in knowledge and skill AND in his calm, attentive manner of attention to detail. He explains clearly what the medical issue is and options for treatment. Plus he has a calming, subtle sense of humor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/2/2024
He's an amazing surgeon. Great bedside manner!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/21/2024
Dr. Carter and his intern met with me to discuss my options he was very thorough. I feel confident that he has the best care for me in mind.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/14/2024
He has an extensive track record of excellence.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/11/2024
Dr. Carter is amazing and I want everyone to know about him, so I send everyone I can to him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/12/2024
Dr Carter is a great doctor very knowledgeable and has a great bedside manner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/12/2024
He was very personable and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/9/2024
He's been capable and successful with me in the past.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/2/2024
Knowledgeable, explained well. Friendly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/12/2024
He was very professional and empathetic to my situation.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/11/2024
Dr. Carter is very knowledgeable and takes his time to understand the issue and address any questions or concerns. He is also very friendly and makes you feel comfortable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/10/2024
Dr. Carter knows his stuff and tells it like it is!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/7/2024
Dr. Carter explained everything to me and making it understandable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/3/2024
Very professional and great bedside manners.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/24/2023
Dr. Carter was great. Wonderful personality, made us feel comfortable, and was knowledgeable and helpful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/23/2023
I have been a patient of Dr. Carter's for years. He is an amazing practitioner and surgeon!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/21/2023
From our first consult to my post operative visit Dr Carter has been professional, detailed and personally has called regarding important information. His bed side manner is exceptional and it's apparent he leads by example!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/10/2023
Dr. Carter is a very caring doctor, he explains everything and allows you to ask questions. You can see he loves what he does.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/8/2023
Very straight forward. Explained to the detail of what issue I had.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/16/2023
Dr. Carter exhibits a professional yet caring manner. He is a straightforward doctor and I appreciate his candor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2023
Knowledgeable and personable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/8/2023
He is amazing
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/8/2023
I trust him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/8/2023
Great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/27/2023
Professional. Great reputation. Great bedside manner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/25/2023
Such an incredible doctor. Very caring!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2023
Both my wife have a history of treatment from Dr. Carter and he is superb.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/19/2023
He is just the perfect doctor, knowledgeable, and he cares.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/19/2023
Dr Carter is a leader in knee pathology and surgery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/15/2023
He's very friendly and communicates well. He makes sure that patients understand their issues and the plan for addressing them.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/15/2023
Great professional and cares about his patients.
Similar Providers
Banner Sports Medicine Scottsdale
7400 North Dobson Road, Suite 201, Scottsdale, AZ 85256
Banner - University Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Institute
755 East McDowell Road, Phoenix, AZ 85006

