Dr. Thomas J. Locke III, MD

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Get to know Internist Dr. Thomas J. Locke III, who serves patients in Alpharetta, Georgia.

A skilled, board certified internist, Dr. Locke III is the Medical Director of Personal Imaging Enhancement Services, an affiliate of W.I.S.E. Medical Centers, LLC located in Alpharetta, Georgia. In this role, he offers oversight to a team comprising nurse practitioners, aestheticians, and laser technicians engaged in various services aimed at enhancing personal image.

Personal Image Enhancement Services encompasses a wide array of medically or surgically facilitated methods aimed at improving health and appearance. These services span cosmetic surgery (such as body contouring and liposculpture), bariatric medicine (focused on medical weight loss), hormone replacement therapy, and aesthetic procedures.

Throughout his line of work, Dr. Locke III has conducted numerous body contouring procedures for over 3000 patients. He has honed his skills under the tutelage of industry pioneers and remains dedicated to staying abreast of the latest advancements in the field. Additionally, he imparts his knowledge as an instructor for surgical equipment vendors, educating doctors across various specialties nationwide on techniques like liposuction, fat transfer, and comprehensive body contouring.

Beyond his expertise in body contouring, Dr. Locke III’s professional interests extend to bariatrics, bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, anti-aging medicine, and addiction medicine. His overarching objective is centered on enhancing self-image and contributing to societal betterment, one individual at a time.

Born in Vidalia, Georgia and raised in Southwest Atlanta, Dr. Locke III completed his undergraduate studies at Princeton University. Subsequently, he pursued his Medical Degree from the Howard University College of Medicine, where he undertook his internship, and underwent residency training at George Washington University. 

Although board certification is not a guarantee of competency, Dr. Locke has accomplished this level of proficiency in 3 different specialties – internal medicine, emergency medicine, and aesthetics. Furthermore, he is certified as a Medical Review Officer.

Among his professional affiliations, Dr. Locke III is a member of the American Society of Cosmetic Physicians, the American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine, the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, Inc., and the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine.

Over the past decade, Dr. Locke III has redirected his attention away from the conventional insurance billing model, focusing instead on pioneering services not covered by insurance. In this approach, his sole allegiance and commitment lie with the patient. With over 30 years of experience, he takes great pride in his current surgical practice, especially in managing complex medical cases. 

Internal medicine is the medical specialty dealing with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of adult diseases. Physicians specializing in internal medicine are called internists. They manage and prevent common and complex diseases by providing comprehensive care and promoting overall well-being.

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