About Kenneth A. Thomas, MD, JD, FACOG — Counsel
Physician and attorney Kenneth A. Thomas MD, JD, FACOG, joined Rosenblum Newfield as counsel in 2012. While earning his juris doctorate degree, Dr. Thomas also maintained his private, OB-GYN medical practice which he has operated since July 1985. He has been board certified in obstetrics and gynecology since December 1987.
Having witnessed the evolution of medical practice over almost three decades, Dr. Thomas pursued his law degree in order to assist physicians in navigating an array of issues connected with contemporary medical practice. In his law practice, areas of focus include defending medical liability claims, negotiating relationships with hospitals, medical groups, and health insurers, representing physicians in disputes with health insurers, and consulting on developing areas of office practice, such as managing the risks associated with computerized medical records. Dr. Thomas is admitted to practice in Connecticut.
- J.D., Quinnipiac University School of Law, 2011
- M.D., Howard University College of Medicine, 1981
- B.A., Harvard College, 1977
- Admitted to practice Law in Connecticut, 2011
- Licensed to practice Medicine and Surgery in Connecticut, 1984
- Certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology since 1987
- Practice areas: medical liability litigation, health care law, legal issues of physician office practice, risk management
- Clinical Instructor, Yale School of Medicine
- OB/GYN Case Reviewer, State of Conn. Department of Public Health, 2002-2004
- Bridgeport Hospital, Active Medical Staff, Senior Attending Physician, Department of OB/GYN