Dr. James W. Thompson, MD | Shreveport, LA | Family Medicine

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Dr. James Thompson is a family medicine physician with nearly five decades of experience serving patients in Shreveport. He earned his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport and completed his residency at LSU Health Sciences. With 47 years of dedicated practice, Dr. Thompson brings extensive knowledge to comprehensive primary care. He provides care in English.

Dr. Thompson is affiliated with Willis Knighton Medical Center and practices at South Shreveport Family Practice in Shreveport, Louisiana. He specializes in managing chronic kidney disease and kidney-related conditions. His expertise extends to chronic pain management and chronic wound care. Dr. Thompson maintains an average patient rating of 4.2 out of 5 on Vitals, reflecting his commitment to quality patient care.

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accepting new patients
4.2

24 Ratings
47 years of experience
17 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Lsu Health Sciences
12 written reviews
1 specialty
7 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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Dr. Thompson's Ratings and Reviews

4.2

24 Ratings with 12 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 16 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (15) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Had a good bedside manner: (15) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Spent time with me: (15) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (12) Did WellNeeds Improvement (5)
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I did not get the opportunity to meet Dr. Thompson because after calling to see about getting an appointment, his staff was so rude and unprofessional. I would not even make the appointment. It's a shame that you'd like to see a good doctor, but the staff matters also. No one wants to interact with rude people when dealing with health issues.

July 10th, 2018

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I have been seeing Dr. Thompson for over 20 yrs. Highly satisfied with time he spends with me and how attentive he is.

April 13th, 2018

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Good doctor. Awful staff.

November 29th, 2013

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I have been using DR THOMPSON since he started practicing sometimes in the early 80's Dr Thompson literally saved my life due to heart problems.. I would recommend him to anyone who wants a DR who truly cares for his patients Dr's like Dr Thompson don't come along very often. This man is a 10+ in my humble opinion.

May 20th, 2013

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I have been going to see Dr. Thompson for about ten years. Before I started seeing him, my health problems were unmanaged. I was going to see all different specialists who gave me all kinds of drugs that were not correcting my problems. Dr. Thompson figured out what my real problems were and medicated me appropriately (without using narcotics) and allowed me to resume a normal working life. Prior to seeing him, I was almost completely unable to work at my chosen profession of nursing. My husband would never see a doctor before going to see Dr. Thompson. Now, he doesn't mind at all. His down to earth nature makes him feel welcome. In fact, he treats both of my children and many of my sisters. I would not recommend a doctor to my family that I don't believe in myself. He is thorough and thoughtful with every decision regarding our care. I would highly recommend him to anyone.

September 12th, 2012

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Dr. Thompson is quite knowledgeable and takes great care and concern when evaluating problems or potential problems. He is very focused when diagnosing. As one who detests doctor visits I found him to be very comfortable to talk to and I don't get that "white coat fear" with him. I would highly recommend him as an excellent primary care physician.

September 11th, 2012

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Dr. Thompson has been my primary for 4 years...he has seen me thru breast cancer and recently heart disease...I have always found him to be extremely nuturing and he goes into great detail in words I can understand...his follow thru saved my life on my heart situation.He treats his patients and his staff with the utmost respect.

September 11th, 2012

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Dr. Thompson has been my primary care physician since the early 80s. I have always found him to be very through and very accurate in his diagnosis. He does not hesitate to recommend a specialist if he thinks one is necessary and my experience has been that his initial diagnosis has always turned out to be the same as that of the specialist. He is very caring and always puts the best interests of his patients first.

September 10th, 2012

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DR. THOMPSON ALWAYS TREATS ME WITH RESPECT AND LISTENS TO ALL OF MY ISSUES. AS A RECENT HEART ATTACK VICTIM, I HAVE ENCOUNTERED MANY NEW PROBLEMS THAT HE IS HELPING ME THRU.

September 7th, 2012

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Does not talk to you, tells you next to nothing.........

August 11th, 2012

South Shreveport Family Practice

2520 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop Ste 102Shreveport, LA 71118

Tel: (318) 212-5972

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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South Shreveport Family Practice

2520 Bert Kouns Industrial LoopShreveport, LA 71118

Tel: (318) 212-5972

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed


Dr. James Wainwrigh Thompson, MD	Dr. Peter Klucar, MD	Sarah M. Estess, NP	Dr. Don G. Bell, MD
Family Medicine	Family Medicine	Family Medicine	Family Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.2 (24 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	3 (2 Ratings)
47 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Shreveport , LA	Shreveport , LA	Bossier City , LA	Coushatta , LA
Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport	Med School: Medical University of the Americas		Med School: LSU Medical Center in New Orleans
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Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In ShreveportGraduated in 1979

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What languages does Dr. James Thompson speak?: Dr. James Thompson speaks English.
Where is Dr. James Thompson's office located?: Dr. James Thompson's office is located at 2520 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop Ste 102, Shreveport, LA, 71118.
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