Ernest Gene Thompson MD
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
Earl K. Long Hospital, Lsu Unit 5825 Airline Highway Baton Rouge LA, 70805About
Dr. Ernest Thompson is a cardiologist practicing in Baton Rouge, LA. Dr. Thompson specializes in diagnosing, monitoring, and treating diseases or conditions of the heart and blood vessels and the cardiovascular system. These conditions include heart attacks, heart murmurs, coronary heart disease, and hypertension. Dr. Thompson also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
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