Aristomenis Thanos, MD

Patient Rating:

4.9 Read all reviews

My Specialties:

Retina and Vitreous Disease and Surgery

My Areas of Focus:

Trauma, Macular Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, Epiretinal Membrane, Macular Hole, Retinopathy of prematurity

Languages:

English, Greek

Gender:

Male

About Me:

Dr. Aris Thanos received his medical degree from the National Kapodistrian University of Athens. Upon graduation, he performed a postdoctoral research fellowship at Harvard Medical School investigating the mechanisms of vision loss after retinal detachment. Dr. Thanos completed his ophthalmology residency at Harvard Medical School Massachusetts Eye & Ear Infirmary and fellowship training in adult and pediatric vitreoretinal surgery at Associated Retinal Consultants of William Beaumont Hospital. In 2016, he received the Ronald G. Michels Fellowship Award, the highest honor for a vitreoretinal surgery fellow in the United States. His research interests pertain to adult and pediatric retinal diseases, including age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinopathy of prematurity and familial exudative vitreoretinopathy.. From a surgical standpoint, his interest pertain to macular hole without face down positioning, complex forms of retinal detachment, among others.

Education:
Fellowship: Associated Retinal Consultants - William Beaumont Hospital
Residency: Harvard Medical School Department of Ophthalmology
Internship: Metrowest Medical Center
Medical School: University of Athens
Year I Started Practice: 2017
Hospitals Served: Legacy Emanuel Medical Center, Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center, Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center
Publication: Retina Today, International ophthalmology clinics, Eye & Brain, OSLI Retina

Patient Rating

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Average Rating:  4.9 out of 5.0

  Mar 4, 2024
Dr. Thanos is knowledgable and a very good listener that provides complete thoughtful responses. The treatment received was successful as predicted.

  Feb 22, 2024
Dr.Thanos was very busy. I was in the clinic for over two hours for my appointment. I would like more explanations about what might occur when I leave, before I leave. This injection did not hurt as others have as I waited for an hour after numbing and before the injection.

  Feb 19, 2024
Great

  Feb 13, 2024
I was scheduled for the wrong location. Very frustrating.

  Feb 12, 2024
Excellent visit and care. Can't say enough about how good this Doctor is, and how well this clinic is run.

  Feb 1, 2024
Dr. Thanos is an excellent and caring doctor. I would refer him to anyone asking about him.

  Feb 1, 2024
Always a 10!

  Jan 29, 2024
Excellent doctor, extremely knowledgeable.

  Jan 29, 2024
Outstanding service all around!

  Jan 23, 2024
Calling the every clinic to get my initial appointment as new patient was terrible, but once booked, things went extremely well.

  Jan 22, 2024
All good

  Jan 12, 2024
Snow storm left a skeleton crew, made timing a little off, and expected. As a person who uses disabled placards it would be better for me if there were accessible spots closer to the Eye Clinic and easier to access.

  Jan 9, 2024
Office has to many clients.

  Dec 22, 2023
Slightly awkward checking-in on 1st floor and then going up to the second floor to wait. Just a few extra steps.

  Dec 22, 2023
Wait time was very long but staff was very courteousl and Dr Thanos was excellent

  Dec 21, 2023
Dr. Thanos was extremely professional & expedited my care in hope to improve life. He is awesome

  Dec 18, 2023
OK

  Dec 18, 2023
All the staff were very courteous.

  Dec 15, 2023
Dr. Thanos is one of two top doctors I have bee blessed to have in my years of living.

  Dec 15, 2023
Comfortable to communicate with

  Dec 12, 2023
Devers Eye(s), if not rated as the number one eye clinic in America, they should be. Please extend my deepest appreciation and sincere wishes for "everyone" at not just Devers but the entire Legacy Health System network for giving me one of the necessary needs I require to exist; that being the feeling of safety, security and love as, I'm guessing, a byproduct of their passion(s) to serve those in need.... Scientifically AND as in my case, without the means to be able to dream of affording, let alone being able to remain hopeful for the future! Thank you ALL!Merry Christmas!

  Dec 12, 2023
The doctors were very kind, respectful and knowledgeable. I'm very happy to have been referred and to be having surgery there.

  Dec 12, 2023
I am seeing This eye Dr for an extreme eye problem that he is treating w eye injections that aren't on the formulary that Pacificare usesI am a long term Legacy RN and am fortunate that he has samples as this treatment is helping my eye condition. Pacificare should reconsider what they authorize

  Dec 7, 2023
Dr Thanos is a very caring and friendly specialist and his attitude and personality is reflected also in his staff who are always friendly, nice and helpful. I feel very lucky to have Dr Thanos as my Retinologist and would highly recommend him to anyone who needs specialized eye care or surgery

  Dec 4, 2023
The wait time was long.

  Dec 4, 2023
This was a first time visit for an urgent analysis and procedure. The experience was excellent as Dr. Thanos was very thorough including excellent dialog.

  Dec 1, 2023
Dr THANOS IS VERY CARING AND REALLY LISTENS AND MAKES GOOD DECISIONS.

  Nov 30, 2023
All good.Great doctors & staff

  Nov 30, 2023
In spite of the fact that I have to get a large needle in my eye (not as bad as it sounds, as they are very careful to ensure comfort), visits to treat my wet AMD are always most pleasant. All the staff are amazing, as is Dr. Thanos, who has a wonderful chairside manner, listens to my concerns, laughs at my terrible jokes and, most Important, excels in his area of expertise. I am certain that if I can leave this world with my sight mostly intact, it will be because of Dr. Thanos. He and his staff are wonderful.

  Nov 28, 2023
Doctor Thanos.Is very kind and considerate and thorough?I trust him totally.The medical assistance we're also very kind.I have absolutely no complaint.

  Nov 28, 2023
Office staff taking photographs seemed haphazard and disorganized; not familiar with the ophthalmology cameras.

  Nov 28, 2023
Dr Thanos is the best Dr on my team. He could sell me an iceberg

  Nov 20, 2023
This doctor has saved y vision and continues to do so. I cannot say enough positive things about his expertise, compassion and abilities. I feel very fortunate to have been given him at this tenuous period of my life.

  Nov 10, 2023
First rate

  Nov 9, 2023
I was extremely pleased and satisfied with all aspects of my recent visit. As usual, everyone was very professional, friendly and informative.

  Nov 9, 2023
I am more than pleased with the care I received and will continue to receive!

  Nov 9, 2023
Dr Thanos is easy to talk to, communicative, patient, kind, trustworthy.

  Nov 6, 2023
Excellent visit with the doctor. Only bad part was the traffic getting there.

  Nov 3, 2023
Dr. Thanos is an excellent surgeon and extremely patient & courteous provider. I owe him my eye sight. His assistance and all people working at his office are very friendly. I thank them all from bottom of my heart

  Oct 20, 2023
The visit was very good and all the staffs were very professional

  Oct 5, 2023
Never have had a bad experience with Legacy. It seems like everyone I come on contact like the job.

  Oct 5, 2023
Dr. Thanos was very busy with other patients. Staff were good about reporting this overload.

  Sep 21, 2023
Dr Thanos and his tech team were very nice and thorough.

  Sep 12, 2023
I had only five minutes with the specialist. A woman in street clothes walked into the tiny room I was stuck in. Started an eye exam without introducing herself. Got annoyed when I didn't get what she was doing. I complained. And she was wearing perfume. The tech guy was annoid when I opened the door after another 20 minutes in that tiny room.It was a nightmare visit.

  Sep 11, 2023
Excellent office, Dr. Thanos is thoughtful and considerate. I feel very comfortable under his care.

  Sep 8, 2023
Dr. Thanos is the BEST eye surgeon I have had in my lifetime. He follows my wet macular degeneration very closely, gives me effective treatments, and shows a phenomenal amount of compassion to me as a person. I have recommended him to three friends.

  Aug 25, 2023
Excellent visit all-around

  Aug 24, 2023
I feel well cared for.

  Aug 22, 2023
I had to wait a very long time between segments of the visit. I had other obligations later in the day and very stressed that I wouldn't get out in time. My appointment lasted an hour and 15 minutes for a total of25 minutes of contact time. The ophthalmologist was hustling from one room to another and I was at the end of the line apparently. Not his fault, the clinic demands this.

  Aug 18, 2023
Everyone was so nice and attentive, even funny when I was nervous. Same with the person that helped me over the phone when I called about my concerns - she took the time to ask the Doctor about my symptoms, called me back and got me in that same day. All was wonderful.

  Aug 10, 2023
Dr Thanos is probably the best dr I have ever had. Smart, caring, accessible and skilled.

  Aug 7, 2023
Dr Thanos and staff are absolutely fantastic in their efficiency and care and skills. Grateful I have access to this team at Legacy Deavers eye clinic.

  Aug 7, 2023
I trust my eyesight to Dr. Thanos. I feel that says it all.

  Aug 3, 2023
Everyone I encountered during my most recent visit was friendly, professional, and knowledgeable.

  Aug 3, 2023
Dr. Thanos is wonderful. He is compassionate, competent and caring, humorous and personable. Although the appointments involve treatments that are uncomfortable, he and the support staff always make my experience there as excellent and pleasant as possible.

  Aug 3, 2023
I did not have any of the staff that makes me uncomfortable so that was good. I can't have the guy that pushed my head into the camera ever again!

  Jul 27, 2023
Everything went very well from the start to the finish of the care thst was provided..

  Jul 20, 2023
Fabulous care from a very talented Doctor. I appreciate him so much.

  Jul 13, 2023
I really didn't feel heard about my concern this time. I feel like I really didn't get an answer.

  Jul 10, 2023
Good visit

  Jul 10, 2023
My experience was excellent from scheduling through the provider. Everyone was courteous and professional.

  Jul 7, 2023
Excellent Visit, Excellent Doctor!!

  Jul 6, 2023
Top notch from start to finish.Friendly, knowledgeable, prepared,

  Jul 3, 2023
The staff is always smiling

  Jun 29, 2023
Dr Thanos was knowledgable,;caring, thorough and very patient. He has earned my respect and trust.

  Jun 22, 2023
Dr thanos and his staff are excellent health care professionals!!

  Jun 16, 2023
Thank you for your expertise and care!

  Jun 16, 2023
Dr. Thanos has supported me thoughtfully through a complex Retina issue. He is thoughtful, intelligent and helps me in any health issue related to this eye problem.

  Jun 16, 2023
Provider was fantastic

  Jun 15, 2023
Waited about an hour and half for the provider to see me and been bounced around since not enough rooms for patients.

  Jun 13, 2023
All the fa.ily sees Dr.'says At the Dever clinic.

  Jun 12, 2023
Arist is one of the most attentive, competent, caring health providers I have ever encountered. His doctor/patient relations are EXCELLENT! Amazing how much he can get done, and still make you feel like you were cared for, in the short amount of time the Legacy system allows their doctors. Way to go Arist!

  Jun 9, 2023
Short-staffed day of visit so long waiting time after dilation but excellent visit, very good provider, patient & direct.

  Jun 8, 2023
One of the finest physicians I've ever had

  Jun 7, 2023
Dr. Thanos is EXCELLENT. He was able to see me quickly in an emergency and stayed late to get me to a stable condition. Some other staff members could improve their bedside manner.

  May 23, 2023
Everyone was extremely good to me. It was my first visit and everyone made me feel very comfortable

  May 15, 2023
Very specialized problem handled immediately. Extremely qualified physician that I trust completely

  May 11, 2023
On as previous visit all is excellent

  May 9, 2023
I see Dr. Thanos for shots in both eyes & he is as good as previous doctor. His staff are very good as well. I receive a appointment at that time so no calling in.

  May 9, 2023
I asked Dr Thanos if there's anything I can do to help combat my Macular Degeneration (I don't know why I waited so long); he said smoking cessation is about the only thing I can do to help myself. I'm, to date, not strong enough to quit, but I have realized a tendency towards smoking less. That has included a rise in cigars that has me inhale less often. So, between less cigarettes and cigars with less inhaling I'm beginning to crawl towards the goal..... I truly wish I didn't have almost 50 years experience! The entire Devers Team is awesome!!!!!

  May 8, 2023
I feel like I'm going to see old friends when I visit this Clinic.

  May 4, 2023
Dr. T. seemed to care about my situation. He also didn't push me to choose a procedure I wasn't sure about.

  May 4, 2023
I have had nothing but excellent responses and care from Legacy providers including when coming through the ER in emergency situations.

  Apr 28, 2023
Dr Thanos is an excellent Dr and makes the treatments easier

  Apr 25, 2023
Nearly perfect.

  Apr 24, 2023
Excellent communications and expertise

  Apr 13, 2023
They were nice and professional.

  Apr 13, 2023
Didn't explain things well. Seemed rushed. Seemed confused by why I wasn't sure about nit doing anything about fluid in my eye.

  Apr 13, 2023
Always feel well taken care of.

  Apr 7, 2023
I was very pleased with all aspects of my care. Thank you.

  Apr 7, 2023
Dr. Thanos is a very caring person and a good listener.

  Apr 6, 2023
Excellent doctor! Very skilled, knowledgeable, professional, and caring.

  Apr 6, 2023
Dr. Thanos is extremely knowledgeable in his field and is able to explain things in terms that most people can understand.

  Apr 6, 2023
Great clinic! Everyone was kind and professional, from Henri at the front desk to Dr. Thanos himself. Everyone was very courteous of my time as well. Dr. Thanos was efficient yet thorough and explained my condition well! Would highly recommend this clinic and physician.

  Mar 30, 2023
My issue wasn't the visit it was trying to get it scheduled. I was told when I left the exam that I would be called for an appointment.After not hearing from anybody for two weeks I called to schedule the appointment for myself because I was having more floaters and I was told by the scheduler that nothing had been input and scheduled for me. Dr. Thanos is fabulous but again it seems like most of the problems with the medical field is in the staff.