Dr. Douglas John Thompson M.D.
Hematologist-Oncologist | Hematology & Oncology
720 Malcolm Blvd Valdese NC, 28690About
Dr. Douglas Thompson is a hematologist oncologist practicing in Valdese, NC. Dr. Thompson specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of blood diseases such as anemia, hemophilia, sickle-cell disease, leukemia and lymphoma. Hematologist Oncologists are also trained in the study of cancer and its attack on other organs.
Education and Training
Med Coll of Ga Sch of Med, Augusta Ga 1993
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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