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
Can I switch the biologic medications I’m using to treat my psoriasis?
Yes, you can switch biologic medications for psoriasis if one is not working effectively. Biologic medications are a class of drugs that target specific parts of the immune system that are involved in...
Yes, you can switch biologic medications for psoriasis if one is not working effectively. Biologic medications are a class of drugs that target specific parts of the immune system that are involved in...
Does the acne on my back and chest require different treatment from the acne on my face?
Truncal acne, which refers to acne that occurs on the trunk of the body (such as the chest and back), may require a slightly different treatment approach than facial acne. This is because the skin on ...
Truncal acne, which refers to acne that occurs on the trunk of the body (such as the chest and back), may require a slightly different treatment approach than facial acne. This is because the skin on ...
How can Botox® improve my appearance?
Botox® (botulinum toxin type A) is a medication that is primarily used to temporarily paralyze specific muscles in the face and body.It is most often used to improve the appearance of wrinkles and...
Botox® (botulinum toxin type A) is a medication that is primarily used to temporarily paralyze specific muscles in the face and body.It is most often used to improve the appearance of wrinkles and...
How Does Isotretinoin Work to Treat Acne?
Isotretinoin, previously marketed as Accutane, is a medication that is used to treat severe cystic acne that has not responded to other treatments. Isotretinoin is a form of vitamin A and works by ...
Isotretinoin, previously marketed as Accutane, is a medication that is used to treat severe cystic acne that has not responded to other treatments. Isotretinoin is a form of vitamin A and works by ...
What medications are used to treat acne?
There are several medications that can be used to treat acne, including:Topical retinoids (e.g. tretinoin, adapalene)Topical antibiotics (e.g. clindamycin, erythromycin)Topical benzoyl peroxideOral an...
There are several medications that can be used to treat acne, including:Topical retinoids (e.g. tretinoin, adapalene)Topical antibiotics (e.g. clindamycin, erythromycin)Topical benzoyl peroxideOral an...
Education & Training
- Residency: Naval Medical Center
- Medical School: Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Professional Affiliations
Dermatology Clinics of Westmoreland County
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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!