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Thomas (TJ) Templin, MD
Thomas (TJ) Templin, MD
Cardiothoracic Surgery
Lung Cancer Surgery
Esophageal Cancer Surgery
Esophageal Cancer
Lung Cancer
Lung Surgery
Thoracic Surgery
(253) 272-7777
(253) 272-77771802 South Yakima Avenue Suite 102, Tacoma, WA 98405
1802 South Yakima Avenue Suite 102, Tacoma, WA 98405Schedule an appointment
About
Languages
English
Gender
Male
Personal Information
Thomas (TJ) Templin, II, MD, is board-certified in general surgery and thoracic surgery. He specializes in cardiothoracic surgery for patients ages 15 and older. Dr. Templin has trained extensively in minimally invasive thoracic and foregut procedures, including minimally invasive lung and esophageal resections, sympathectomy, and anti-reflux revisions. He also has experience with advanced bronchoscopy and esophagoscopy, including EBUS, airway and esophageal stenting, and esophageal dilation.
Dr. Templin follows the Jesuit philosophy of cura personalis, which translates to care for the whole person; he treats individuals, not just diseases.
Dr. Templin is a Fellow of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons and American College of Surgeons.
Thomas (TJ) Templin, II, MD, is board-certified in general surgery and thoracic surgery. He specializes in cardiothoracic surgery for patients ages 15 and older. Dr. Templin has trained extensively in minimally invasive thoracic and foregut procedures, including minimally invasive lung and esophageal resections, sympathectomy, and anti-reflux revisions. He also has experience with advanced bronchoscopy and esophagoscopy, including EBUS, airway and esophageal stenting, and esophageal dilation.
Dr. Templin follows the Jesuit philosophy of cura personalis, which translates to care for the whole person; he treats individuals, not just diseases.
Dr. Templin is a Fellow of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons and American College of Surgeons.
Thomas (TJ) Templin, MD
Medical Group
Thomas (TJ) Templin, MD is part of Franciscan Medical Group.
Thomas (TJ) Templin, MD is part of Puget Sound High Value Network.
Thomas (TJ) Templin, MD is part of Rainier Health Network.
Credentials
Board Certifications
- General Surgery
- Thoracic Surgery
Education
- Fellowship: University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, Madison, WI
- Residency: Creighton University School of Medicine, Omaha, NE
- Medical School: Creighton University School of Medicine, Omaha, NE
Locations
Show MapFranciscan Cardiothoracic Surgery Associates at St. Joseph
1802 South Yakima Avenue Suite 102, Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 272-7777
Fax:
(253) 426-4142
Specialties
Lung Cancer Surgery
Esophageal Cancer Surgery
Cardiothoracic Surgery
Esophageal Cancer
Lung Cancer
Lung Surgery
Thoracic Surgery
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Comments (24)
Kind, listens. Smart, trustworthy.
Apr 13, 2025
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Thomas Templin is wonderful in every way. He never spoke down to us or made us feel stupid. He is the best.
Apr 11, 2025
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I felt as though I was family & was to get the best treatment available.
Mar 21, 2025
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Dr. Templin is exemplary.
Mar 21, 2025
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Team was very organized and efficient. They provided a lot of great information.
Mar 4, 2025
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