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Dr. Katherine Thompson, MD

Dermatology*
4.6 (77)
Map Pin Small West Columbia, SC
Accepting new patients
35 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Katherine Thompson, MD

Dr. Katherine Thompson, MD is a Dermatologist in West Columbia, SC. They specialize in Dermatology, has 35 years of experience, and is board certified in Dermatology. They graduated from Medical University of South Carolina and is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center. Dr. Thompson, completed a residency at Med College Of Ga Hospital and Cli|Med University Sc College Of Med. Patients rated Dr. Thompson an average 4.6 star rating.

Dr. Thompson works at Palmetto Dermatology - West Columbia in West Columbia, SC. They frequently treat conditions like Birthmark, Intertrigo and Herpes Simplex Infection along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Thompson's Office Locations

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    Palmetto Dermatology - West Columbia
    3574 Sunset Blvd, West Columbia, SC 29169 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (803) 796-2500
    Monday
    07:30 - 15:30
    Tuesday
    07:30 - 15:30
    Wednesday
    07:30 - 15:30
    Thursday
    07:30 - 15:00
    Friday
    Closed
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

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  • Lexington Medical Center

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Intertrigo
Herpes Simplex Infection
Cold Sore
Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
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Ringworm
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Psoriasis Vulgaris
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Skin Cancer
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Destruction of Benign Skin Lesion
Destruction of Malignant Skin Lesion
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    4.6
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    Specialties*
    • Dermatology

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    Years of Experience
    • 35 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1477521136
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    Education & Certifications

    Residency
    • Med College Of Ga Hospital and Cli|Med University Sc College Of Med
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • Medical University of South Carolina
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Dermatology
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Katherine Thompson, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Thompson is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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    Dr. Thompson works at Palmetto Dermatology - West Columbia in West Columbia, SC. View the full address on Dr. Thompson’s profile.

    Dr. Thompson has seen patients for Birthmark, Intertrigo and Herpes Simplex Infection, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Thompson on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    77 patients have reviewed Dr. Thompson. The overall rating for this provider is 4.6. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Thompson.

    Whether a person prefers to schedule an appointment online or over the phone with Dr. Thompson, there are benefits to both methods. A person calling to schedule an with Dr. Thompson appointment can ask questions about the practice, provider availability, conditions treated, procedures performed, and if their insurance carrier is accepted. While online scheduling is quicker, easier, allows one to view a wide range of appointment times, and may provide the ability to sync with a personal calendar.

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