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Thomas E. King, DPM, FACFAS

4.78 out of 5

About

Dr. Thomas King is a native of the state of New York and grew up in Northern Kentucky. He is happily married and the father of two wonderful young men. He is active in his local and church community.

Dr. King has been in the Lexington area since 2006. He went to Thomas More University and received a bachelor's degree in biology. He graduated from the William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine in 2003. Dr. King completed his residency training at Yale New Haven Hospital in 2006. He has received extensive training in foot and ankle surgery. His training was supervised by both podiatric and orthopedic surgeons with emphasis on proper procedure selection and techniques for most any foot and ankle problem.  

Dr. King was in private practice until joining the University of Kentucky Department of Orthopedics in 2023.  He is also staff physician at the UK Good Samaritan Wound Care Center, focusing on lower extremity wounds and limb salvage.  

Dr. King is board certified in foot surgery and reconstructive rearfoot and ankle surgery by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery. He is a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. He is also a member of the American and Kentucky Podiatric Medical Associations (president 2021-2023) and is in good standing with the Kentucky Board of Podiatry.  

Faculty Rank

  • Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery

Training & Education

Degree

Podiatric Medicine, Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science/Dr. William M. School College of Podiatric Medicine, North Chicago, Ill.

Residency

Podiatric Surgery, Yale - New Haven Hospital, New Haven, Conn.

Certifications and Special Training

American Board of Foot & Ankle Surgery, Foot Surgery
American Board of Foot & Ankle Surgery, Rear Foot/Ankle Surgery

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Ratings & Reviews

4.78 out of 5
50 Reviews

The star rating is a calculation based on feedback from our patients using our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Learn more about our survey process. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

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    August 28th 2025
    Excellent discussion

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    August 26th 2025
    Dr King is excellent

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    August 22nd 2025
    Dr. King is the best.

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    August 18th 2025
    Dr King was excellent and helped me towards improving my health.

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    August 18th 2025
    Have already recommended Dr. King to someone.
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      July 29th 2025
      Thomas king is a true asset to UK
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      July 28th 2025
      Good, polite staff.
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      July 24th 2025
      I cannot say enough great things about Dr. King. This was my first visit with him and I left very pleased. He spoke calmly and directly to me and explained my injury to me in a way I understood. He involved me in the treatment plan, gave me options, and did it all with extreme care. I didn't feel like I was being rushed or that I was just another random patient coming through or that he was just trying to rush. He truly made me feel that my injury and care was important to him. You don't get that a lot with doctors. I would 100% recommend Dr. King to anyone!
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      July 17th 2025
      Dr King is wonderful. He listened to all my concerns. Asked many questions. Explained the procedure and expected outcome . Really was highly satisfied
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      July 17th 2025
      Dr. King is a very caring doctor.
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      July 17th 2025
      Spent overall very little time with Dr. King, but he was efficient, friendly, and informative.
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      July 10th 2025
      I was very anxious for this appointment. I was seeking a second opinion and had lots of questions and concerns. I really appreciated Dr. King's patience! I know it was a lot! I left feeling a bit more optimistic than I had in a long time.
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      June 26th 2025
      Everyone was very nice and helpful. Dr. King is very clear in explaining my medical issues and listened to what I had to say as well.
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      June 16th 2025
      Very pleased with entire process
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      May 29th 2025
      It was amazing how this place works
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      May 22nd 2025
      I have already recommended Dr king
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      May 20th 2025
      Dr King is amazing and his bed side manner is great. He is very genuine and you can tell he cares about not only his work but his patients.
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      May 16th 2025
      Only Good
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      May 13th 2025
      Big fan of Dr King- I have total confidence in him.
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      May 13th 2025
      I always have an excellent experience during my appointments with doctor king
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      May 6th 2025
      I would recommend the provider but would point out how long it takes to be seen.
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      April 25th 2025
      Dr. King was very helpful.
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      April 24th 2025
      Excellent in all respects
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      April 24th 2025
      Dr. King is an amazing physician/surgeon. I feel so supported and included in my care each visit with him. He answers my millions of questions and is skilled at his work.
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      April 24th 2025
      Everything was great .
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      April 18th 2025
      Didn't inform me he was calling in rx until pharmacy called me.
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      April 15th 2025
      Dr was very good. Extra long wait time. Most staff was courteous except for X-ray intake.
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      April 15th 2025
      Dr. King is very professional, knowledgably, and caring physician that I believe truly cares about your health and well being.
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      March 25th 2025
      Excellent provider.
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      March 25th 2025
      I have no complaints about the doctor/staff or clinic
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      March 11th 2025
      Dr. King was attentive and addressed my concerns regarding my injury. He provided next steps to continue care and encouraged me to reach out if anything changed before my follow-up. Overall, I'm very pleased with the care provided.
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      February 27th 2025
      He is somewhat arrogant which makes the experience not the best however, he did do what he needed to do.
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      February 25th 2025
      I've been to the office two times in the last two months and both times I had to wait over an hour and a half my time is valuable too. So I really like Dr. King, but I am not sure I can justify continuing coming back because of that. I don't know why service is so much faster at the Turfland mall Kentucky healthcare than it is at Kentucky clinic.
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      February 20th 2025
      I'm sorry but I was the last patient of the day and it seemed as if he hadn't even read my filed or looked at my any of my X-rays !!!He is referring me to a neurologist but I honestly felt like I wasted my time on this visit !He was actually sort of arrogant and didn't listen to me the patient !!!
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      February 18th 2025
      Was patient with me and listened to my concerns.
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      February 13th 2025
      Dr. King explained the problem and gave me specific suggestions for footwear and supplements that I could get on my own that could mitigate the numbness I've been experiencing in my feet. I am implementing his suggestions.
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      January 30th 2025
      Dr King was clear and considerate in his explanations
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      January 28th 2025
      DR.king was an amazing doctor. He helped give us answer to her pain that the past two physicians weren't able too.
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      January 23rd 2025
      Very positive experience and I appreciated Dr King's assessment and treatment plan.
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      January 16th 2025
      Great
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      January 14th 2025
      I really liked Dr. King. He was very polite and professional. He talked through all the choices available and we discussed the repercussions versus the benefits, and the likelihood of each considering my condition.
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      January 14th 2025
      Very good
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      December 27th 2024
      Dr King has provided excellent care during the last 2 years- thank you
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      December 27th 2024
      Dr. King is always attentive during visits.
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      December 20th 2024
      I felt like Dr. King listened to my concerns and treated me with respect.
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      December 19th 2024
      Dr.King is the best!
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      December 17th 2024
      Dr. King was very professional.
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      December 16th 2024
      I felt he just was trying to rush a new patient appointment but overall a great visit.
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      December 12th 2024
      I aways have good experiences with this clinic-from front desk to MD. I am so grateful! Thank you for how you help and touch lives!
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      December 10th 2024
      Excellent medical care provided