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Dr. Brenda Thompson, MD

Pediatrics
4.9 (9)
Map Pin Small Merrillville, IN
Accepting new patients
51 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Brenda Thompson, MD

Dr. Brenda Thompson, MD is a Pediatrics Specialist in Merrillville, IN. They specialize in Pediatrics, has 51 years of experience, and is board certified in Pediatrics. They graduated from Howard U, College of Medicine.

Dr. Thompson works at Community Healthnet South in Merrillville, IN with other offices in Gary, IN. They are accepting new patients and accepts Anthem, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Thompson's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Community Healthnet South
    6100 Broadway, Merrillville, IN 46410 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (219) 880-1190
  2. 2
    Gary Community Health Center
    1021 W 5th Ave, Gary, IN 46402 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (219) 880-1190

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    About Dr. Brenda Thompson, MD

    Specialties
    • Pediatrics
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    Years of Experience
    • 51 years of experience
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    • English
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    Education & Certifications

    Residency
    • Chicago-Wyler Chldns Hosp
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    • Chicago-Wyler Chldns Hosp
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    • Howard U, College of Medicine
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    • Pediatrics
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