Dr. Gregory P Thompson MD
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
1836 South Ave La Crosse WI, 54601About
Dr. Gregory Thompson practices Pulmonology in La Crosse, WI. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Thompson 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 Co Sch of Med, Denver Co 1987
University Of Colorado School Of Medicine 1987
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