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Dr. Katherine Thompson, MD

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Dr. Katherine Thompson, MD
4.6 (77 Ratings)
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Dr. Katherine Thompson, MD is a Dermatologist in West Columbia, SC.
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Dr. Katherine Thompson, MD

Dermatology*
West Columbia, SC
Accepting new patients
35 years of experience
Dr. Katherine Thompson, MD is a Dermatologist in West Columbia, SC.

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Dr. Katherine Thompson, MD is a Dermatologist in West Columbia, SC and has 35 years experience. They graduated from Medical University of South Carolina in 1989 and completed a residency at Med College Of Ga Hospital and Cli|Med University Sc College Of Med.They currently practice at Palmetto Dermatology - West Columbia and are affiliated with Lexington Medical Center. Dr. Thompson has experience treating conditions like Birthmark, Intertrigo and Herpes Simplex Infection among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Thompson received an average rating of 4.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 77 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Thompson is board certified in Dermatology.

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Birthmark
Intertrigo
Herpes Simplex Infection
Birthmark
Intertrigo
Herpes Simplex Infection
Cold Sore
Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
Ringworm
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Seborrheic Dermatitis
Seborrheic Keratosis
Actinic Keratosis
Athlete's Foot
Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Basal Cell Carcinoma
Boil
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Carcinoma in Situ of Skin
Contact Dermatitis
Dry Skin
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Dyshydrotic Eczema
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Folliculitis
Fungal Nail Infection
Granuloma of Skin
Hair Loss
Itchy Skin
Nail Infection
Psoriasis
Psoriasis Vulgaris
Rash
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Rosacea
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Skin Cancer
Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Skin
Telogen Effluvium
Vitiligo
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Warts
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Destruction of Benign Skin Lesion
Destruction of Malignant Skin Lesion
Excision of Benign Skin Lesion
Excision of Skin Cancer
Excision of Skin Lesion
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Wart Freezing
Acne
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Guttate Psoriasis
Hypertrophic Scar
Lichen Simplex Chronicus
Vasculitis
Excision
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Locations

  1. 1 Palmetto Dermatology - West Columbia
    3574 Sunset Blvd, West Columbia, SC 29169
    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

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Thompson
4.6
Based on 77 Reviews
5 Stars (67)
4 Stars (4)
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1 Star (6)

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Mar 13, 2024
Dr. Thompson is exceptional! I've been a patient for almost 30 years. Very caring, and explains everything regarding your visit thoroughly! She is an absolute delight and I trust her completely. Her staff is also very caring and helpful!
Tami S — Mar 13, 2024
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About Me

Care Philosophy
  • Dr Katherine Thompson received her undergraduate degree in biology from Towson State University, Baltimore, and a degree in Medicine from the Medical University of South Carolina. She completed her residency in Dermatology at the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta. Prior to joining Palmetto Dermatology in 1994, Dr Thompson was on staff with the Department of Dermatology at the Medical College of Virginia in Richmond. She holds professional memberships in the AAD and South Carolina Academy of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery. Dr Thompson is a diplomat of the American Board of Dermatology. She has privileges at the Lexington Medical Center.
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Biography
  • Dr. Katherine Thompson, MD is a dermatologist in West Columbia, SC and has over 34 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Medical University of South Carolina in 1989. She specializes in Dermatology.
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Dermatology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Medical University of South Carolina
    1989
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Dermatology
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Med College Of Ga Hospital and Cli|Med University Sc College Of Med
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Katherine Thompson, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Thompson's profile.

Dr. Thompson frequently treats the following conditions: Birthmark, Intertrigo and Herpes Simplex Infection. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Katherine Thompson, MD is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Katherine Thompson, MD holds board certification in Dermatology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Lexington Medical Center

    2720 Sunset Blvd, West Columbia, SC