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Thane Morgan, M.D. Years in practice: 23 Education: Bachelor of Science, WTAMU; University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Specialties and subspecialties: Orthopedic Surgery with a Fellowship in Foot and Ankle Accreditations and certifications: Orthopedic Surgery Memberships and clinical associations: We utilize both hospitals in Amarillo. Potter-Randall County Medical Society; Texas Medical Association; American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons; American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons For what are you most known? My practice generally focuses on lower extremity surgery. I perform joint replacements, reconstruction, arthroscopic knee surgeries and foot and ankle surgeries. It’s a good feeling to have a part in helping someone improve their ability to stay active. How do you set your practice apart? The personal attention given to my patients. So many of my surgical patients are shocked when
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I give them a card with my cell phone number and I request that they call me if they have any problems. We try to let each patient know we appreciate them and are there to provide them the best care possible. I am always focused on the three A's: Availability, Affability, Ability. What do you find most rewarding about being a physician? Helping people improve their ability to stay active. Hobbies and interests: I enjoy outdoor activities year-round, such as snow skiing and fishing with my kids. I also enjoy salt water fishing, primarily tournament tarpon fishing, and kart racing. I am also a physician for the U.S. ski team.
Amarillo Sports Medicine & Orthopedics Center 1600 S. Coulter St., Bldg. B. 355.4900