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Dr. Tab Thompson, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat* Age 61
Dr. Tab Thompson, MD
3.1 (25 Ratings)
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Dr. Tab Thompson, MD is a Head & Neck Surgery Otolaryngologist in Columbia, SC.
Dr. Tab Thompson, MD
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Dr. Tab Thompson, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat* Age 61
Columbia, SC
Accepting new patients
35 years of experience
Dr. Tab Thompson, MD is a Head & Neck Surgery Otolaryngologist in Columbia, SC.

About

Dr. Thompson graduated from Medical University of South Carolina in 1989 and completed a residency at MC Va.Dr. Tab Thompson, MD is a Head & Neck Surgery Otolaryngologist in Columbia, SC and has 35 years experience. Dr. Thompson currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with MUSC Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown. Dr. Thompson has experience treating conditions like Nasal Polyp, Enlarged Turbinates and Chronic Sinusitis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Thompson received an average rating of 3.1/5 from patients and has been reviewed 25 times. Dr. Thompson's office accepts new patients. Dr. Thompson is board certified in Otolaryngology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Nasal Polyp
Enlarged Turbinates
Chronic Sinusitis
Nasal Polyp
Enlarged Turbinates
Chronic Sinusitis
Sinusitis
Diagnostic Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy
Intranasal or Sinus Procedure
Earwax Buildup
Sensorineural Hearing Loss
Antrostomy and Antrotomy (Sinus Surgery)
Radiofrequency Ablation Turbinate
Acute Respiratory Infection
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Allergic Rhinitis
Cervical Vertigo
Chronic Rhinitis
Chronic Tonsillitis
Conductive Hearing Loss
Deviated Septum
Dizziness
Dysphagia
Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Head or Neck Lump or Swelling
Headache
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Hoarse Voice (Dysphonia)
Mixed Hearing Loss
Myringitis
Nonsuppurative Otitis Media
Nosebleed
Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome
Otitis Media
Outer Ear Infection
Perforated Eardrum
Pharyngitis
Postnasal Drip
Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Sleep Apnea
Sudden Deafness and-or Hearing Loss
Sudden Idiopathic Hearing Loss
Throat Pain
Tinnitus
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Tonsillitis
Ablation or Excision of Nasal Turbinates
Adenoidectomy
Balloon Sinuplasty
Ear Tube Placement
Ethmoidectomy (Sinus Surgery)
Nasal Septum Surgery (Septoplasty)
Rhinoseptoplasty
Sphenoidotomy (Sinus Surgery)
Tonsillectomy
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Tonsillitis
Allergic Reaction
Anosmia
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Broken Nose
Cancer
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Cholesteatoma
Chronic Adenotonsillitis
Chronic Laryngitis
Chronic Laryngotracheitis
Common Cold
Cough
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Deafness
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Ear Ache
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Ear Cancer
Ear Disorders
Ear Infection
Facial Fracture
Fracture
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Gastrointestinal Diseases
Head and Neck Cancer
Hearing Loss
Hyperacusis
Labyrinthitis
Laryngeal Cancer
Laryngitis
Larynx Conditions
Leukoplakia
Lip Cancer
Loss of Smell and Taste
Malignant Otitis Externa
Mouth Cancer
Nasal Obstruction
Oral Cancer
Orbital Fracture
Peritonsillar Abscess
Pulmonary Disease
Salivary Gland Cancer
Sinus Disorders
Sleep Disorders
Snoring
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Soft Tissue Sarcoma of Head, Face, and Neck
Sore Throat
Suppurative Otitis Media
Throat Cancer (Hypopharyngeal)
Throat Cancer (Nasopharyngeal)
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Disease
TMJ
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Tongue Cancer
Tongue-Tie
Tonsil Cancer
Trigeminal Neuralgia
Vertigo
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Vocal Cord Nodule
Vocal Cord Paralysis
Vocal Cord Polyp
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Audiometry
Carotid Ultrasound
Cervical Lymph Node Dissection
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)
Desensitization
Ear Surgery
Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
ENT Surgery
Evaluation and Treatment of Sleep Disorders
Excision of Parotid, Sublingual, or Submandibular Gland
Excision or Destruction of Palate or Uvula Lesion
Excision or Destruction of Pharynx Lesion
Excision or Destruction of Tongue Lesion
Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES)
Glossectomy
Head and Neck Surgery
Hearing Screening
Home Sleep Study
Laryngoscopy - Laryngotomy - Laryngectomy - Pharyngolaryngectomy - Pharyngectomy
Laryngoscopy and Laryngotomy
Lip, Excision or Resection
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Middle Ear Implant Candidacy Evaluation
Nasal Surgery
Nose Plastic Surgery (Rhinoplasty)
Oral Cancer Screening
Perforated Eardrum Repair (Tympanoplasty)
Puncture Aspiration
Sinus Surgery
Sleep Apnea Surgery
Sleep Study
Thyroid Lobectomy
Thyroid Scan
Thyroid Surgery
Thyroidectomy
Thyroidectomy or Thyroid Lobectomy
Tracheal Surgery
Ultrasound, Thyroid
Vestibule and Floor of Mouth Excision or Destruction
Wound Repair

Insurance Accepted

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  • MedCost
  • Medical Mutual of Ohio
  • Aetna
  • Mail Handlers Benefit Plan (MHBP)
  • Cigna
  • Curative PPO Plus
    Curative PPO
    Curative EPO
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  • Humana
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Golden Rule
  • United Healthcare
  • Medicare
  • Coventry Health Care
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • National (BlueCard) PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Palmetto Ent. Consultants P.A.
    2801 Devine St Ste 101, Columbia, SC 29205
  2. 2 Charleston ENT Associates LLC
    3115 Sunset Blvd, West Columbia, SC 29169
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
  3. 3 Balance Center Mobility and Dizziness Center West Ashley
    12 Rebellion Rd, Charleston, SC 29407
  4. 4 Office
    7182 Woodrow St Ste 103, Irmo, SC 29063
  5. 5 Office
    537 Folly Rd, Charleston, SC 29412

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Thompson
3.1
Based on 25 Reviews
5 Stars (12)
4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (2)
1 Star (10)

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Jul 29, 2020
Dr. Thompson removed a melanoma from inside my ear and got it all the first time. Very down to earth and gets right to the problem confidently.
Alvin Hazewinkel — Jul 29, 2020
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Specialties*
Ear, Nose, and Throat
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Sinus Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Medical University of South Carolina
    1989
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Otolaryngology and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Greenville Hospital System
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • MC Va
Residency Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Tab Thompson, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Thompson's profile.

Dr. Thompson frequently treats the following conditions: Nasal Polyp, Enlarged Turbinates and Chronic Sinusitis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Tab Thompson, MD is affiliated with MUSC Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown.

Yes, Dr. Tab Thompson, MD holds board certification in Otolaryngology and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • MUSC Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown

    2435 Forest Dr, Columbia, SC