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Dr. Ernest Thompson Jr, MD

Internal Medicine*
4.3 (7)
Map Pin Small Baker, LA
Accepting new patients
47 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Ernest Thompson Jr, MD

Dr. Ernest Thompson Jr, MD is an Internal Medicine Specialist in Baker, LA. They specialize in Internal Medicine, has 47 years of experience. They graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine and is affiliated with Lane Regional Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Thompson Jr an average 4.3 star rating.

Dr. Thompson Jr works at Practice in Baker, LA. They frequently treat conditions like Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) and Muscle Spasm along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna 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 Jr's Office Locations

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    South Louisiana Primary Care LLC
    12902 Plank Rd, Baker, LA 70714 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (225) 774-3883

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  • Lane Regional Medical Center

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Bladder Infection
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COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
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Diabetes Type 1
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Folic Acid Deficiency
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Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
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Hair Loss
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Heart Disease
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Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypogonadism
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
Indigestion
Influenza (Flu)
Insomnia
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Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Itchy Skin
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Limb Swelling
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Loss of Voice or Hoarse Voice
Low Back Pain
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
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Malnutrition
Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Weakness
Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Nasopharyngitis
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Neurogenic Bladder
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Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
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Obesity
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Osteoarthritis of Hip
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Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Otitis Media
Overactive Bladder
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pericardial Disease
Peripheral Autonomic Neuropathy
Pharyngitis
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Plantar Fasciitis
Pneumonia
Pollen Allergy
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Polyuria
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Postnasal Drip
Potassium Deficiency
Prostatitis
Rash
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Reflux Esophagitis
Restless Leg Syndrome
Ringworm
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Sarcoidosis
Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Secondary Diabetes Mellitus
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
Sinus Bradycardia
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Sleep Apnea
Sleep-Related Leg Cramp
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Symptomatic Menopause
Testicular Dysfunction
Throat Pain
Thyroid Goiter
Tobacco Use Disorder
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Tremor
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Urinary Stones
Vaginitis or Vaginosis
Varicose Eczema
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Venous Insufficiency
Vertigo
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Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Vitamin D Deficiency
Wheezing
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Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
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Diabetes Counseling
Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer
Human Papillomavirus DNA Testing
Smoking Cessation Counseling
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    Specialties*
    • Internal Medicine

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    Years of Experience
    • 47 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, American Sign Language
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    NPI Number
    • 1841212610
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine
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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Ernest Thompson Jr, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Thompson Jr is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Thompson Jr has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Thompson Jr has seen patients for Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) and Muscle Spasm, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Thompson Jr on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    7 patients have reviewed Dr. Thompson Jr. The overall rating for this provider is 4.3. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Thompson Jr.

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