Dr. Dorothy Thompson MD
Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist | Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
5615 Kirby Drive #440 Houston TX, 77005About
Dr. Dorothy Thompson is a Neonatal-Perinatal Physician practicing in Houston, TX. Dr. Thompson cares for the critically ill newborn and premature infants. Neonatal-Perinatal Physicians treat conditions such as breathing disorders, birth defects, infections, and any other life-threatening medical problems. They coordinate with their young patients families and other physicians to determine appropriate treatment.
Education and Training
Univ Of Southampton- Fac Of Med- Southampton- Uk 1977
University of Southampton / Faculty of Medicine 1977
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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