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Dr. John Thompson, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 50
Dr. John Thompson, MD
3.5 (20 Ratings)
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Dr. John Thompson, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Ladson, SC.
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Dr. John Thompson, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 50
Ladson, SC
Accepting new patients
22 years of experience
Dr. John Thompson, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Ladson, SC.

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Dr. John Thompson, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Ladson, SC and has 22 years experience. They graduated from Medical University of South Carolina in 2002 and completed a residency at Eastern Virginia Medical School.They currently practice at LowCountry Eye Specialists and are affiliated with Trident Medical Center and Trident Health System - Summerville Medical Center. Dr. Thompson has experience treating conditions like Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP), Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis) and Keratitis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Thompson received an average rating of 3.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 20 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Thompson is board certified in Ophthalmology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP)
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Keratitis
Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP)
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Keratitis
Corneal Diseases
Eye Infections
Retinal Dystrophy
Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Aphakia and Other Disorders of Lens
Blepharitis
Blocked Tear Duct
Cataract
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Chalazion
Chronic Conjunctivitis
Corneal Abrasion or Laceration
Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)
Diabetic Retinopathy
Diplopia
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Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis)
Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Dry Eyes
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Eyelid Disorders
Floaters
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Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy
Glaucoma
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Iridocyclitis
Lacrimal Gland Disorder
Lazy Eye
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Ocular Hypertension
Retinal Vascular Occlusion
Senile Cataracts
Stye
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Tear Duct Disorders
Trichiasis
Uveitis and Iridocyclitis
Cataract Removal Surgery
Accommodation Disorders
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
Astigmatism
Bacterial Conjunctivitis
Bell's Palsy
Benign Neoplasm of Choroid
Benign Neoplasm of Eye
Benign Tumor
Black Eye
Blepharoconjunctivitis
Blind Hypertensive Eye
Blindness
Brain Disorders
Central Serous Chorioretinopathy
Chemical Burn - Eyes
Chorioretinal Scars
Chorioretinitis
Choroidal Neovascular Membranes (CNVM)
Coloboma of Choroid
Coloboma of Iris
Coloboma of Retina
Color Blindness
Conjunctiva Degeneration Deposit
Conjunctival Hemorrhage
Contusion of the Eyeball
Corneal Abrasion
Corneal Dystrophy
Corneal Erosion
Corneal Ulcer
Degenerative Disorders of Globe
Disorder of Choroid
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Exotropia
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Eyelid Spasm
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Foveal and Macular Hypoplasia
Headache
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Herpetic Keratitis
Hypertensive Retinopathy
Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension
Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
Macular Hole
Macular or Retinal Edema
Migraine
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Miosis
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Nasolacrimal Duct Obstruction
Nearsightedness
Nodular Episcleritis
Optic Neuritis
Orbital Cellulitis
Paralytic Strabismus
Pinguecula
Presbyopia
Pterygium
Refractive Error
Retina Diseases
Retinal Detachment and Retinal Tear
Retinal Hemangioma
Retinal Hemorrhage
Retinal Neovascularization
Sarcoidosis
Serous Detachment Retina
Shingles
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Strabismus
Uveitis
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Vascular Disease
Visual Field Defects
Vitreous Hemorrhage
Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration
B-Scan Ultrasound
Contact Lens Fitting Services
Cornea Surgery
Excision of Chalazion
Excision or Destruction of Lesion of Cornea
Eye Test
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Eyelid Surgery
Farnsworth Lantern Test
Foreign Body Removal from Eye
Glaucoma Surgery
Removal of Foreign Body from External Eye
Tear Duct Surgery
Ultrasound
Vision Screening

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Locations

  1. 1 LowCountry Eye Specialists
    9565 Highway 78 Bldg 200, Ladson, SC 29456

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3.5
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2 Stars (3)
1 Star (5)

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Nov 17, 2019
Good listener and explains in detail any questions you have.
Cynthia — Nov 17, 2019
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Care Philosophy
  • Our practice is focused on providing the best treatment available with emphasis on personalized care and service excellence.

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Biography
  • Dr. John Thompson, MD is an ophthalmology specialist in Ladson, SC and has over 21 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Medical University of South Carolina in 2002. He specializes in Ophthalmology.
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Specialties*
Ophthalmology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Medical University of South Carolina
    2002
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Eastern Virginia Medical School
    2003
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Eastern Virginia Medical School
    2006
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. John Thompson, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Thompson's profile.

Dr. Thompson frequently treats the following conditions: Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP), Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis) and Keratitis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. John Thompson, MD is affiliated with Trident Medical Center and Trident Health System - Summerville Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. John Thompson, MD holds board certification in Ophthalmology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Trident Medical Center

    9330 Medical Plaza Dr, Charleston, SC

  • Trident Health System - Summerville Medical Center

    295 Midland Pkwy, Summerville, SC