Dr. Barbara Lynn Thompson, MD

Dr. Barbara Thompson is a family medicine physician with additional expertise in geriatric medicine, bringing five and a half decades of medical experience to her practice. She earned her medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston and completed her residency training through the University of Texas Health System. Dr. Thompson is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing her to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Thompson practices at multiple locations throughout Galveston, Texas, with primary affiliations at the University of Texas Medical Branch and associated facilities including Jennie Sealy Hospital and John Sealy Hospital. She specializes in managing complex conditions such as heart failure and chronic kidney disease, including advanced stages requiring specialized care. Her diagnostic expertise includes performing essential blood tests and arterial blood gas analysis to monitor patient health. Patients have given Dr. Thompson an average rating …of 4.2 out of 5 stars on Vitals, reflecting her commitment to quality care.