Dr. Thomas Dear, DO

Medical Specialties

1103 West Liberty Street

Farmington, MO 63640 Directions

5737566751

doctors.bjc.org

4.7 out of 5

305 verified ratings

305 Ratings, 144 Comments


The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy.
Nov 13, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
No
What could have been done to improve your experience?
The wait time was exactly 1 hour. That's way to long.

Nov 12, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
All great. Listened and immediately knew what to test for and found issue.
What could have been done to improve your experience?
All good

Nov 12, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
Dr Dear was excellent in his evaluation and thoughtfulness. Everyone was friendly and efficient and caring.

Nov 12, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
Dr Dear is always thorough, friendly and specific to detail.

Nov 6, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
Dr. Dear was VERY caring and did such a wonderful job listening. He paid attention to detail which you do not receive often.
What could have been done to improve your experience?
I made an appointment for 2pm and they didn’t even reopen from lunch until 2:30. I did not receive a call notifying me of this either.

Nov 6, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
Dr. Dear

Nov 5, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
The entire staff was friendly and attentive. The wait was not very long for a busy urgent care clinic.
What could have been done to improve your experience?
Receiving a printed visit summary. Not a big issue as I get everything through the app anyways. Just took a little longer than expected.

Nov 4, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
The nurse was really great. And the doctor is always top-notch.
What could have been done to improve your experience?
Not applicable

Nov 3, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
Everyone was polite

Nov 2, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
Dr Dear is the best! The medical community needs more providers like him; Parkland is fortunate to have him!

Oct 30, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
All were great

Oct 29, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
Dr. Dear took my sons medical history into account and was very thorough and ordered birthing testing and I was called with results the same day. Very impressed.
What could have been done to improve your experience?
NA

Oct 29, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
Very nice & friendly staff & Dr. This was my first appointment there and I plan on going back. :)
What could have been done to improve your experience?
N/A

Oct 24, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
Dr. Dear as always does an exceptional job as well as all other f the other staff and nurses.

Oct 21, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
The whole staff was very professional . So glad i switched all my care to BJC .

Oct 21, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
All staff members were friendly, professional and helpful. I cannot say enough about the quality of care that I receive by Dr. Dear. I am 73 years old, with multiple health issue and he addresses it all. He always reviews and explains everything that has to do with my care. He shows great concern on keeping me as healthy as possible. He is the best doctor I have ever had.
What could have been done to improve your experience?
Nothing

Oct 17, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
Dr Dear was excellent as always.
What could have been done to improve your experience?
Nothing

Oct 15, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
Dr. Dear did a wonderful job communicating the whole time I was receiving care.

Oct 15, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
The nurse and doctor treatment of me as a patient

Oct 14, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
Everyone.

Oct 14, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
Dr. Thomas Dear
What could have been done to improve your experience?
Nothing.

Oct 13, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
Dr Dear and nurse
What could have been done to improve your experience?
Nothing

Oct 12, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
Dr Dear: always makes you feel comfortable and does all he can do to keep our family healthy.
What could have been done to improve your experience?
Nothing

Oct 11, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
Everybody
What could have been done to improve your experience?
Nothing

Oct 9, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
Nurse helping Dr Deer, and Dr Deer himself
What could have been done to improve your experience?
Nothing

Oct 9, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
Everyone in this facility has done a great job!

Oct 9, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
The nurse who took care of me was very kind and attentive. Dr. Dear goes above and beyond to give excellent health care.

Oct 4, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
Everyone was very Nice.
What could have been done to improve your experience?
Everything was great

Oct 4, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
Very courteous and short waiting time.

Sep 29, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
Dr. Dear and his staff were thorough and pleasant. They were compassionate and concerned.
What could have been done to improve your experience?
Nothing.

Sep 29, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
Dr Dear is excellent and so is the staff!!

Sep 25, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
Everyone
What could have been done to improve your experience?
Nothing

Sep 24, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
Bothe the doctor and the nurse were very nice!

Sep 23, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
Dr. Dear and his staff were the most attentive, affirmative medical team I have EVER seen. Everything was clear, concise, and well explained. They didn’t at all rush or shame me even when I needed to hear information more than once.
What could have been done to improve your experience?
Nothing at all, I will be making them my primary care providers from now on.

Sep 19, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
Doctor Dear
What could have been done to improve your experience?
Nothing

Sep 19, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
Dr. Dear and his medical assistant Ceira were extra extraordinary throughout the visit. It was the best time I did not feel rushed. I felt very well cared for.
What could have been done to improve your experience?
Nothing

Sep 18, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
Dr. Dear is the best: knowledgeable, personable, professional. I am a new patient and will now become a regular patient with Dr. Dear. His listening skills are exceptional and he actually listens! It can be a challenge and stressful to find a new Primary Care Physician. I feel fortunate to have connected with Dr. Dear!
What could have been done to improve your experience?
Nothing, it was an exceptionally positive experience.

Sep 17, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
Dr. Dear is always very thorough. I feel very confident with his care.
What could have been done to improve your experience?
Nothing

Sep 15, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
Dr. Dear
What could have been done to improve your experience?
Sometimes I wish I had more time to see the doctor

Sep 11, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
Dr. Dear & his staff are always polite & very thorough.
What could have been done to improve your experience?
Nothing. Every health issue was addressed.

Sep 5, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
Dr. Dear took a significant amount of time to sit with me and review my various health concerns and conditions. His holistic and understanding approach to diagnoses and treatments was more than I had expected. I felt respected and seen as an individual person rather than just another patient.

Sep 3, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
A little better communication’s

Aug 29, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
Dr Dear is a great Dr. always takes time to listen and understands my issues. So glad he’s my Dr.
What could have been done to improve your experience?
Nothing

Aug 28, 2025
What could have been done to improve your experience?
Taking more time.

Aug 28, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
Dr Dear himself
What could have been done to improve your experience?
Nothing

Aug 27, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
Every one was excellent.
What could have been done to improve your experience?
Nothing don’t change a thing.

Aug 26, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
Dr Dear and all the staff was nothing but perfect in professionalism and care. I only wish all medical clinics and their staff were this good.

Aug 25, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
Doctor Dear is really a excellent doctor to see for sure. I finally found a doctor that listens and really cares about my help problems. After a year now of me seeing him he has now gotten me on a better path of my health to me feeling better than I was. Doctor Dear took time to get to the reasons I had been feeling so badly and for that I will forever be so grateful. He deserves to be recognized for being a excellent doctor.

Aug 21, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
Really appreciate Dr Dear’s kindness and concern for my problems.
What could have been done to improve your experience?
Not a thing

Aug 20, 2025
Was there anything that you feel was outstanding?
To me Dr. Dear has always been the best, he always listens to everything and always makes a well thought out plan