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Dr. Melissa Thompson, MD

Family Medicine* Age 55
Dr. Melissa Thompson, MD
3.5 (23 Ratings)

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Dr. Melissa Thompson, MD is a Family Medicine Physician in West Des Moines, IA.
Dr. Melissa Thompson, MD
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Dr. Melissa Thompson, MD

Family Medicine* Age 55
West Des Moines, IA
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28 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Melissa Thompson, MD is a Family Medicine Physician in West Des Moines, IA.

About

Dr. Thompson graduated from Creighton University School of Medicine in 1996 and completed a residency at Quad Cities Genesis Family Practice Residency.Dr. Melissa Thompson, MD is a Family Medicine Physician in West Des Moines, IA and has 28 years experience. Dr. Thompson currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center, Adair County Memorial Hospital, Decatur County Hospital, Greater Regional Medical Center and Harrison County Community Hospital. At present, Dr. Thompson received an average rating of 3.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 23 times. Dr. Thompson's office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Thompson is board certified in Family Practice and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 Office
    5950 University Ave Ste 220, West Des Moines, IA 50266
  2. 2 Office
    1410 SW Tradition Dr Ste 120, Ankeny, IA 50023
  3. 3 Office
    7147 Vista Dr Ste 150, West Des Moines, IA 50266
  4. 4 Office
    1215 Pleasant St Ste 206, Des Moines, IA 50309

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3.5
Based on 23 Reviews
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1 Star (7)

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Aug 08, 2021
I have been with dr. Melissa Thompson for probably for years now I believe and she does not rush me through my appointment I feel that she takes her time and she listens to my concerns and she's very good at following up and helping me with whatever I need help with I don't feel as though she pushes me off as some of my other care providers have
Deborah loney — Aug 08, 2021
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Specialties*
Family Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Creighton University School of Medicine
    1996
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Family Practice
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Quad Cities Genesis Family Practice Residency
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Melissa Thompson, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Thompson's profile.

Dr. Melissa Thompson, MD is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center, Adair County Memorial Hospital, Decatur County Hospital, Greater Regional Medical Center and Harrison County Community Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Melissa Thompson, MD holds board certification in Family Practice.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

    1111 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA

  • Adair County Memorial Hospital

    609 SE Kent St, Greenfield, IA

  • Decatur County Hospital

    1405 NW Church St, Leon, IA

  • Greater Regional Medical Center

    1700 W Townline St, Creston, IA

  • Harrison County Community Hospital

    2600 Miller St, Bethany, MO