Dr. Melissa Lasola Tompkins M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
4333 N Josey Ln Suite 203 Carrollton TX, 75010About
Dr. Melissa Tompkins practices Pulmonology in Carrollton, TX. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Tompkins manages patients who need life support and mechanical ventilation, and is specially trained in diseases and conditions of the chest, particularly pneumonia, asthma, tuberculosis, emphysema, and complicated chest infections.
Education and Training
Univ Of The Philippines- Coll Of Med- Manila- Philippines 1989
University of the Philippines Manila College of Medicine 1989
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Sleep Medicine
Provider Details
Awards
- 2010-2011 Texas Super Doctors
Fellowships
- University of Texas Health Science Center-Houston
- University of Texas Health Science Center-MED
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Nearby Providers
- Dr. Joseph V Surdacki M.D.3032 E Hebron Pkwy Carrollton TX 75010
- Lezlie Miller PA4333 N Josey Ln Carrollton TX 75010
- Dr. James P Loftin M.D.4333 N JOSEY LN CARROLLTON TX 75010