Dr. Michele Thompson, MD
Physician
Dermatology
Specialty
Cosmetic Dermatology,
Dermatologic Surgery,
Dermatopathology
Michele M. Thompson, M.D. LLC
1499 SE Tech Center Place
Suite 135
Vancouver, Washington 98683
Website
Suite 135
Vancouver, Washington 98683
For an appointment, call
(360) 450-6800
Medical Expertise of Dr. Michele Thompson, MD
Dr. Michele M. Thompson specializes in medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatology and dermatopathology. She diagnoses and treats a variety of skin conditions, and offers a range of cosmetic procedures.
About Dr. Michele Thompson, MD
Dr. Michele Thompson, MD is a board-certified dermatologist providing care to patients in Vancouver, Washington at Michelle Thompson Dermatology, PC.
Dr. Thompson holds medical licenses in California, Washington and Oregon.
Dr. Thompson was formerly on the medical faculty at the University of California San Francisco (UCSF) where she taught dermatology and dermatopathology to medical students, residents and fellows.
Conditions Treated
Acne
Aging Skin & Wrinkles
Allergic Contact Dermatitis
Atopic Dermatitis
Hair Loss (Balding)
Psoriasis
Rosacea
Seborrheic Keratosis
Skin Cancer
Warts
Procedures & Services
Botox® Cosmetic
Juvederm®
Tips & Wisdom
Tips for Preventing Signs of Aging Skin
Dr. Thompson believes prevention of photoaging is the place to start when attempting to improve skin appearance. Don’t purchase “anti-aging” products until you have committed to what Dr. Thompson terms “The Big 3” — the most effective skin preserving and enhancing techniques that will outpace fancy department store products by miles. The Big 3 of Photoaging Prevention: Don’t smoke. It ruins the skin (as well as lungs and other organs) and ages the...
Dr. Thompson believes prevention of photoaging is the place to start when attempting to improve skin appearance. Don’t purchase “anti-aging” products until you have committed to what Dr. Thompson terms “The Big 3” — the most effective skin preserving and enhancing techniques that will outpace fancy department store products by miles. The Big 3 of Photoaging Prevention: Don’t smoke. It ruins the skin (as well as lungs and other organs) and ages the...
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 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 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 can reduce the appearance of my acne scars?
Acne scars can be treated with a variety of methods, including:Topical treatments: Topical creams and gels containing ingredients such as retinoids, hydroquinone, and vitamin C can help to reduce the ...
Acne scars can be treated with a variety of methods, including:Topical treatments: Topical creams and gels containing ingredients such as retinoids, hydroquinone, and vitamin C can help to reduce the ...
What is microneedling?
Microneedling is a cosmetic procedure that involves using a device with fine needles to create tiny punctures in the skin. The needles are typically between 0.5mm and 2.5mm in length, and are used to ...
Microneedling is a cosmetic procedure that involves using a device with fine needles to create tiny punctures in the skin. The needles are typically between 0.5mm and 2.5mm in length, and are used to ...
Education & Training
- Undergraduate Degree: Miami University of Ohio
- Master of Science, Physiology: Portland State University (PSU)
- Medical Degree: Oregon Health and Sciences University (OHSU)
- Internal Medicine Internship: California Pacific Medical Center, San Francisco
- Dermatology Residency: Oregon Health and Sciences University (OHSU)
- Dermatopathology Fellowship: Oregon Health and Sciences University (OHSU)
Professional Affiliations
Michele M. Thompson, M.D. LLC
Dr. Thompson is a comprehensive skin, hair and nail expert who is equipped to treat all of your dermatologic conditions, from new bumps, to rashes to skin cancer. She has patients of all ages, from babies to 99 year olds, and often sees the whole family.
Pediatric Dermatology is a favorite part of Dr. Thompson’s practice. She enjoys working with families to treat skin conditions in children, and has extensive training in the common skin diseases that affect youngsters. And as the mother of an active five-year-old, she’s no stranger to addressing their concerns—and their parents’.
As time passes, skin shows natural, inevitable signs of aging which present as sun damage, brown spots, wrinkling, and a dull, uneven skin tone. The good news: there are many non-surgical procedures that can smooth fine lines and wrinkles, lighten brown spots, smooth uneven skin and produce a glowing result that makes your skin look as young as you feel.
Pediatric Dermatology is a favorite part of Dr. Thompson’s practice. She enjoys working with families to treat skin conditions in children, and has extensive training in the common skin diseases that affect youngsters. And as the mother of an active five-year-old, she’s no stranger to addressing their concerns—and their parents’.
As time passes, skin shows natural, inevitable signs of aging which present as sun damage, brown spots, wrinkling, and a dull, uneven skin tone. The good news: there are many non-surgical procedures that can smooth fine lines and wrinkles, lighten brown spots, smooth uneven skin and produce a glowing result that makes your skin look as young as you feel.