Dr. Christopher Thompson, MD, Austin, TX | Ear, Nose & Throat Doctor

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Overall rating

4.83

About Dr. Christopher Thompson

**Please note that this provider only sees Allergy- and Sinus-related issues. If you have Ear- or Throat-related medical concerns, please select another provider.** Dr. Thompson focuses solely on allergy, sinus and nasal treatment and is considered an expert in all three fields. He is one of a handful of doctors that played an integral role in the development of the cutting-edge sinus procedure, Balloon Sinuplasty. Dr. Thompson is a Board Certified Otolaryngologist, Head & Neck Surgeon with over 25 years of experience practicing medicine in Texas. He earned his undergraduate degree in Biomedical Engineering from Texas A & M University in College Station and went on to receive his Doctorate of Medicine at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. Dr. Thompson completed his residency with the Department of Otolaryngology, Head & Neck Surgery at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston. Dr. Thompson focuses solely on allergy, sinus and nasal treatment and is considered an expert in all three fields. He is one of a handful of doctors that played an integral role in the development of the cutting-edge sinus procedure, Balloon Sinuplasty. Dr. Thompson is also experienced with nasal reconstructive procedures and rhinoplasty. He is very excited for the future of allergy treatment through sublingual immunotherapy, as more patients choose and stay consistent with the treatment He is also a member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery, American Academy of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Texas Medical Association, and Travis County Medical Society.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.

Chronic nose and throat inflammation due to allergies

Endoscopic sinus surgery

Chronic nose and throat inflammation due to allergies

Endoscopic sinus surgery

Office location

Central Austin

5929 Balcones Dr, Ste 200, Austin, TX 78731

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Education and background

Practice names

Aspire Allergy & Sinus

Board certifications

American Board of Otolaryngology

Education and training

Medical School - UT Southwestern Medical Center, Doctor of Medicine
UTMB Galveston, Residency in Otolaryngology
UTMB Galveston, Internship in Surgery
Texas A&M University (Bachelor's)

Professional memberships

American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Texas Medical Association

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1548234842

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Overall rating

4.83

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What practice does Dr. Christopher Thompson work with?

Dr. Christopher Thompson works with Aspire Allergy & Sinus.

Where is Dr. Christopher Thompson's office located?

Dr. Christopher Thompson's office is located at 5929 Balcones Dr, Austin, TX 78731.

Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Thompson have?

Dr. Christopher Thompson is certified by American Board of Otolaryngology.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Christopher Thompson?

Dr. Christopher Thompson frequently sees patients for Allergy Consultation, ENT Consultation, Hearing Problems, Plastic Surgery Consultation, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Christopher Thompson on their profile.