Dr. Michael J Thompson M.D.
Endocrinology-Diabetes | Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
2150 Pennsylvania Ave Nw Washington DC, 20037About
Dr. Michael Thompson practices Endocrinology in Washington, DC. Dr. Thompson specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases related to hormone imbalance, and the bodys glands in the endocrine system. Endocrinologists are trained and certified to treat a variety of conditions, including menopause, diabetes, infertility, and thyroid disorders, among many others. Dr. Thompson examines patients, determines means of testing, diagnoses, and decides the best treatment methods.
Education and Training
Univ Of Ma Med Sch- Worcester Ma 1986
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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