Dr. James Thompson, MD


Physician
Allergy

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Associated Allergists and Asthma Specialists Ltd.
10733 W. 165th Street
Orland Park, Illinois 60467
For an appointment, call (708) 460-4949
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About Dr. James Thompson, MD

Dr. Thompson graduated from Washington University School of Medicine and served as chief resident of Internal Medicine at the University of Illinois Hospital. He is board-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Dr. Thompson underwent allergy and immunology training at Washington University and is certified by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology. He is a fellow of the American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology as well as the Illinois Society of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology. He is also a member of the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology.

Dr. Thompson is a holistic nutrition health coach certified by the Institute for Integrative Nutrition. He is incorporating holistic nutrition concepts into the treatment of asthma and other allergic diseases in order to achieve better health and reduce the need for conventional medications.

Conditions Treated

Allergic Contact Dermatitis
Allergic Rhinitis
Anaphylaxis (Anaphyactic Shock)
Asthma
Atopic Dermatitis
Hives (Urticaria)

Procedures & Services

Allergy Shots (Immunotherapy)
Allergy Tests
Lung Function Tests
Patch Testing for Contact Dermatitis

Patient Education Resources

Eggplant makes my mouth itchy. Am I allergic to it?
If eating eggplant causes itching in your mouth, it is possible that you have an allergic reaction to it. Food allergies are caused by an abnormal response of the immune system to certain proteins fou...
How is atopic dermatitis different from eczema?
Atopic dermatitis and eczema are often used interchangeably, but they are not exactly the same thing. Atopic dermatitis is a type of eczema.Eczema is a general term that refers to a group of condition...
How long does it take to get allergy relief from allergy shots
Allergy shots, also known as immunotherapy, is a treatment that can help to reduce the severity of allergic reactions by gradually exposing the body to increasing amounts of the allergen over time. Th...
I have COPD. What can help me breathe better?
Treatment for COPD can help improve breathing and slow the progression of the disease. Some treatments include:bronchodilators, which are medications that relax the muscles around the airways to help ...
What is the treatment for severe asthma?
Severe asthma is a type of asthma that is characterized by frequent exacerbations, or "flare-ups," and difficulty controlling symptoms with traditional asthma medications. The treatment of s...

Associated Allergists and Asthma Specialists Ltd.

Associated Allergists and Asthma Specialists is dedicated to providing accurate diagnoses and effective treatments of allergies and asthma in Greater Chicago. You can make an appointment with one of our allergy specialists at the following convenient offices:

  • Barrington.
  • Highland Park.
  • Orland Park.