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Dr. Melissa Thompson, MD

Family Medicine*
3.5 (23)
Map Pin Small West Des Moines, IA
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28 years of experience

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Overview of Dr. Melissa Thompson, MD

Dr. Melissa Thompson, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist in West Des Moines, IA. They specialize in Family Medicine, has 28 years of experience, and is board certified in Family Practice. They graduated from Creighton University School of Medicine and is affiliated with Greater Regional Medical Center. Dr. Thompson, completed a residency at Quad Cities Genesis Family Practice Residency. Patients rated Dr. Thompson an average 3.5 star rating.

Dr. Thompson works at The Iowa Clinic West Des Moines Campus in West Des Moines, IA with other offices in Ankeny, IA and Des Moines, IA. 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
    The Iowa Clinic West Des Moines Campus
    5950 University Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50266 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (515) 875-9000
  2. 2
    Office
    1410 SW Tradition Dr Ste 120, Ankeny, IA 50023 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (515) 875-9696
  3. 3
    Office
    7147 Vista Dr Ste 150, West Des Moines, IA 50266 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (515) 875-9410
  4. 4
    Office
    5950 University Ave Ste 220, West Des Moines, IA 50266 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (515) 875-9410
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    Office
    1215 Pleasant St Ste 206, Des Moines, IA 50309 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (515) 875-9706

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  • Greater Regional Medical Center

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    3.5
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    Specialties*
    • Family Medicine

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    Years of Experience
    • 28 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1063468411
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    Education & Certifications

    Residency
    • Quad Cities Genesis Family Practice Residency
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • Creighton University School of Medicine
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    Board Certifications
    • Family Practice
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