Dr. James W Thompson M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
1050 Wellington Ave Grand Junction CO, 81501About
Dr. James Thompson practices Pulmonology in Grand Junction, CO. 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
Va Commonwealth Univ, Med Coll of Va Sch of Med, Richmond Va 1990
Virginia Commonwealth University / Medical College of Virginia School of Medic 1990
Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine 1990
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Professional Memberships
- Member American College of Physicians
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