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Dr. Bruce Thompson, MD

Pediatrics* Age 71
Dr. Bruce Thompson, MD
4.5 (2 Ratings)

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Dr. Bruce Thompson, MD
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Dr. Bruce Thompson, MD

Pediatrics* Age 71
Lake Charles, LA
Accepting new patients
46 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Bruce Thompson, MD is a Pediatrician in Lake Charles, LA.

About

Dr. Thompson graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine. Dr. Bruce Thompson, MD is a Pediatrician in Lake Charles, LA and has 46 years experience. Dr. Thompson currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with CHRISTUS Ochsner Lake Area Hospital, Lake Charles Memorial Hospital and West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital. Dr. Thompson has experience treating conditions like Acute Upper Respiratory Infection and Pharyngitis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Thompson received an average rating of 4.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 2 times. Dr. Thompson's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Thompson is board certified in Pediatrics and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Pharyngitis
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
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Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
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Acute Bronchitis
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Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Immunization Administration
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Abnormal Thyroid
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Acute Laryngitis
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Acute Sinusitis
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ADHD and-or ADD
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    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
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Locations

  1. 1 Childrens Clinic of Southwest Louisiana Inc.
    2903 1st Ave, Lake Charles, LA 70601
  2. 2 Office
    117 Gloria Dr, Lake Charles, LA 70611
  3. 3 Office
    536 Cypress St, Sulphur, LA 70663

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Specialties*
Pediatrics
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine
    1978
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Board Certifications

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  • Pediatrics
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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Bruce Thompson, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Thompson's profile.

Dr. Thompson frequently treats the following conditions: Acute Upper Respiratory Infection and Pharyngitis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Bruce Thompson, MD is affiliated with CHRISTUS Ochsner Lake Area Hospital, Lake Charles Memorial Hospital and West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Bruce Thompson, MD holds board certification in Pediatrics.

Hospital Affiliations

  • CHRISTUS Ochsner Lake Area Hospital

    4200 Nelson Rd, Lake Charles, LA

  • Lake Charles Memorial Hospital

    1701 Oak Park Blvd, Lake Charles, LA

  • West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital

    701 Cypress St, Sulphur, LA