His research is focused on the use of technology for the assessment and treatment of health behaviors, with an emphasis on obesity and related health conditions. Dr. Thomas has been awarded grants from the NIH and other institutions to use the Internet, smartphones, and virtual reality technology to facilitate weight control via healthy eating and physical activity behaviors. Dr. Thomas also conducts research in the area of bariatric surgery and eating disorders. Dr. Thomas received his Ph.D. in clinical psychology from Drexel University in 2009.