Richard Thompson M.D.
Radiologist | Diagnostic Radiology
4801 W 81st St Suite 108 Minneapolis MN, 55437About
Dr. Richard Thompson is a radiologist practicing in Minneapolis, MN. Dr. Thompson specializes in diagnosing and treating injuries and diseases using medical imaging techniques such as X-Rays, magnetic resonance imaging and computed tomography exams. These techniques offer accurate visibility to the inside of the patients body and help to detect otherwise hidden illnesses so that they can be treated quickly and efficiently.
Education and Training
Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma 1970
Florida International University, Miami, FL 1991
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