Thomas Volatile, MD
Medical Director for the Joint Replacement Center
Medical Director for the Joint Replacement Center
Meet Thomas Volatile, MD
Leading Orthopedic Surgeon in Tyler, TX
Dr. Thomas Volatile is a distinguished orthopedic surgeon with more than 40 years of experience at the CHRISTUS Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Institute in Tyler, Texas.
Dr. Volatile specializes in adult reconstruction, particularly hip and knee replacements. With more than two decades of experience, Dr. Volatile has become renowned for his expertise in robotic-assisted surgeries, utilizing MAKO technology for precise and effective procedures.
Dr. Volatile's journey into medicine began at Emory University, where he completed his undergraduate studies. He continued his education at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, earning his medical degree.
Following this, he pursued further specialization in orthopedic surgery, undertaking his residency at Emory University. Driven by a passion for advancing his skills and knowledge, Dr. Volatile pursued a fellowship in joint replacements at Harvard Brigham and Women's Hospital, further honing his expertise in complex orthopedic procedures.
Throughout his career, Dr. Volatile has maintained a commitment to excellence in patient care, emphasizing a personalized approach and treating each individual with the same level of care and compassion he would expect.
He takes great pride in his meticulous surgical techniques, ensuring that every joint replacement is executed to perfection.
Volatile's practice encompasses many services, including minimally invasive muscle-sparing anterior total hip replacement, complex total knee and hip revisions, and robotic-assisted procedures.
As the Medical Director of the Joint Replacement Program at Mother Frances Hospital, he leads a team dedicated to providing exceptional orthopedic care to patients.
Beyond his professional achievements, Dr. Volatile is deeply involved in his community, particularly youth sports. He coaches and mentors young athletes. He also founded youth football programs in Maryland and introduced lacrosse to East Texas over a decade ago.
With a reputation built on expertise, compassion, and dedication to excellence, Dr. Volatile continues to make significant contributions to the field of orthopedic surgery in the Tyler community.
Specializes in:
- MAKO Robotic Assisted Hip and Knee Replacement
- Minimally invasive muscle sparring anterior total hip replacement
- Complex total knee and hip revisions
- Robotic-assisted procedures
Locations
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CHRISTUSOrthopedics8591 S. Broadway, Tyler, TX 75703HoursClosed
- Monday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Tuesday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Wednesday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Thursday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Friday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine719 West Coke Road, Winnsboro, TX 75494
Hospital Affiliations
CHRISTUS Health Plan
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital - Tyler
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital - Winnsboro
CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic
Tyler ContinueCARE Hospital
Insurance Accepted
- Aetna US Healthcare
- AmeriGroup
- Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
- BlueChoice TC
- Brookshire Bros
- CHIPS - Texas True Choice
- CHRISTUS Health Plan
- CHRISTUS Health Plan - Medicare Advantage
- Cigna
- Cigna Healthspring
- First Health
- HealthSmart
- Humana ChoiceCare Network
- Humana Medicare Advantage
- Humana Military TRICARE
- Imperial Health Plan Medicare Advantage
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- PHCS TC
- Procare Advantage, LLC
- Railroad Medicare
- Superior Health Plan
- Texas Childrens Health Plan
- Texas True Choice STAR Health Plan (Foster Care)
- TRICARE South Region
- TriWest
- Uniformed Services Family Health Plan (USFHP)
- United Healthcare (UHC)
- United Healthcare (UHC) - Community Plan
- USA Managed Care
Education & Certifications
Fellowship: Brigham and Women's Hospital
Residency: Emory University Hospital
Medical Education: University of Maryland
Certification: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Ratings & Reviews
- Overall Quality of Care
- Listened Carefully
- Explained Things Clearly
- Spent Enough Time
- Showed Courtesy & Respect
Patient reviews (86)
I recommend him to anyone needing an orthopedic surgeon.
I am very satisfied with the Christus group
If you need a surgeon. This is the Best!!
I have recommended Dr Volitile to five friends with similar knee issues.
Dr Volitile made me feel at ease
He was great!
I may not agree with some of Dr. Volatile's philosophy about this operation; however, I believe that he is the best at this profession.
He needs to go ahead and retire
Y’all do an excellent job.
I have been very concerned as to the ultimate outcome of my recent surgeries. Even though I will never be 100% again, I can live with the outcome after talking to him and knowing what I can expect.
Just a little longer to wait then usual. Almost an hour.
Medical care and everything else was good
Doc was great.
Absolutely the best
He goes through every part of the services I am needing
All was well .
Very like ableable
Again it was the clinic that could use more help for us as patients
Great experience!
Very good
Great job
Are you referring to hospital or doctor
Answered any questions that I had and was very supportive.
Thanks for the great care
Dr. Volatile is my hero! Thank you so much for giving me my life back by giving me the ability to walk and not be in pain all the time. Thank you!
Excellent!
Great place will always use them
I felt like I was the only person he had to see that day.
Grate
All good
Nice guy
CONFIDENCE IN THIS DOCTOR
I had to understand the process. I had 5 bones of my proximal Tibia broken. Then had to have the hardware removed. Then my total knee replacement. Dr. Volatile had to explain how the processed worked.
10
They are the best
Dr. Volatile’s rating would have been higher had the waiting time not been so long. I can only assume he gave prior patients all the time they needed.
I love every one there and feel very cared for
My husband and I were both so impressed by Dr Volatile. Great experience!
Very professional treatment with great deal of care for the patient.
Always treated with great respect fromall staff members. The most helpful and kind health care professionals I have ever dealt with!
My provider was very good.
HORRIBLE patient after care!!!!!! Just the Dr volatile not Christus Health!!!
Wonderful physician AND person!
High quality people skills!
Keep up the great work!
Love Dr. V
Good service
My experience was overall a positive one.
He is a great surgeon and easy to talk to. My knee is doing great
Told me everything I needed to know and asked me if I had any questions. Gave me plenty of time to ask and get questions answered
I'm looking forward to my next visit with Dr Thomas vital
no more feed back/
Was awesome
Great Doctor
GREAT JOB !
HIGH EXPERTESE
Impressed with attention to detail such as infection prevention. Also ease of communication.
Everyone was very friendly and helpful.
I need to find out what going on with my leg and get it addressed and explained to me. Is it doing any permanent damage ?????
Very respectful & Courteous
He cares about his patients.
Very thorough!
I would recommend Dr. Volatile to anyone seeking an orthopedic doctor.
Dr. Volatile is very nice dr.
listens and talks to me in a way that i understand and is concerned about me.
I can't see going elsewhere
KIND AND PATIENT
Spend a little more time explaining things. Pretend we don't know squat about the condition. Because we don't know enough to know what to ask usually.
Excellent Doctor!
He is an expert in his field of medicine! The best!
Good follow up to have bone density checked pad well- precautionary
Dr.Voliatle is great.The best ortho doc anywhere.
This was the first appointment to consider me replacement for my left knee. My questions were answered and information good thing to be regarding the surgery.
Love it.
Thank you
If I had more details I may not have agreed to procedure. After speaking with his nurse I agreed to do only one knee.
I have and will continue to use this practice when necessary and recommend to others who may require this type of care..
Thank you for providing an excellent surgery procedure. Staff very considerate.
I loved Dr Volatile but had communication issues with his nurse. Was not pleased with her.
If I could give a higher rating I would.
The PA may have been having a off day but I am just as important as any other patient.
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Excellent place excellent service
Exceptional professional
Glad he’s my Dr.!!!
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