Dr. Jeffrey Thompson, DO
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Dermatology
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About Dr. Jeffrey Thompson, DO
Dr. Thompson Received his medical degree from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1979. After graduation, he served as a medical officer in The United States Navy, providing medical care for active duty personnel and their families stationed in San Diego, California, Okinawa, Japan, and Portsmouth, Virginia. He completed Dermatology Residency training at the Naval Hospital in San Diego. In 1993, Dr. Thompson opened his own dermatology practice in Murrysville.
As a board certified dermatologist, Dr. Thompson has expertise in the treatment of skin cancer and skin diseases, such as acne, psoriasis and eczema. He maintains a very active continuing medical education program and is a member of multiple professional organizations.
Dr. Thompson has been a featured speaker at several national medical conferences and provides a dermatology lecture series for doctors in training. He is an outdoor sports enthusiast and lives with his wife and children in Murrysville.
As a board certified dermatologist, Dr. Thompson has expertise in the treatment of skin cancer and skin diseases, such as acne, psoriasis and eczema. He maintains a very active continuing medical education program and is a member of multiple professional organizations.
Dr. Thompson has been a featured speaker at several national medical conferences and provides a dermatology lecture series for doctors in training. He is an outdoor sports enthusiast and lives with his wife and children in Murrysville.
Patient Education Resources
Does Coolsculpting® really work?
CoolSculpting® is a non-surgical, non-invasive procedure that uses a device to cool targeted areas of fat, causing the fat cells to freeze and die. Over time, the body naturally eliminates these d...
CoolSculpting® is a non-surgical, non-invasive procedure that uses a device to cool targeted areas of fat, causing the fat cells to freeze and die. Over time, the body naturally eliminates these d...
Does the food I eat affect my acne?
There is some evidence to suggest that diet can play a role in the development of acne. Studies have found that a diet high in sugar and processed foods can increase the risk of developing acne. Diets...
There is some evidence to suggest that diet can play a role in the development of acne. Studies have found that a diet high in sugar and processed foods can increase the risk of developing acne. Diets...
How can I reduce the skin redness caused by rosacea?
There are several ways to reduce the skin redness caused by rosacea:Avoiding triggers: Triggers such as sun exposure, wind, high temperatures, stress, spicy foods, and alcohol, can worsen the symptoms...
There are several ways to reduce the skin redness caused by rosacea:Avoiding triggers: Triggers such as sun exposure, wind, high temperatures, stress, spicy foods, and alcohol, can worsen the symptoms...
How do biologics work to treat my eczema?
Biologics are a class of medications that can be used to treat eczema, a chronic skin condition characterized by inflammation and itching. Biologics work by targeting specific parts of the immune syst...
Biologics are a class of medications that can be used to treat eczema, a chronic skin condition characterized by inflammation and itching. Biologics work by targeting specific parts of the immune syst...
What are some basic acne skin care tips?
Here are some basic acne skin care tips that may help to reduce the appearance and severity of acne:Cleanse your skin gently: Use a mild, non-abrasive cleanser to wash your face twice a day. Avoid usi...
Here are some basic acne skin care tips that may help to reduce the appearance and severity of acne:Cleanse your skin gently: Use a mild, non-abrasive cleanser to wash your face twice a day. Avoid usi...
Education & Training
- Residency: Naval Medical Center
- Medical School: Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Professional Affiliations
Dermatology Clinics of Westmoreland County
Committed to excellence.
Committed to provide the very best dermatologic health care for our patients.
Committed to the persistent and consistent attention to LITTLE details because they make a BIG difference!