SPORTS MEDICINE
Dr. Thompson is noted for his work in sports medicine. He is a Board Certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in the surgical and non-surgical management of musculoskeletal conditions and injuries. He is ready to help you get back into the game.
HAND & UPPER EXTREMITY
Extending a helping hand is what Dr. Thompson's practice is all about. He specializes in hand and upper extremity procedures and focuses on treating disorders and injuries of the hand, wrist, forearm, and elbow. Minor hand problems left untreated can become chronic conditions. Dr. Thompson provides cutting-edge surgical care to relieve the strain and stress on your hand and upper extremities.
KNEE ARTHROSCOPY
Experience is key with this procedure. Knee arthroscopy has been our specialty for over 31 years. Arthroscopy is a surgical procedure in which an arthroscope is inserted into a joint. The benefits of arthroscopy involve smaller incisions, faster healing, a more rapid recovery, and less scarring. Arthroscopic surgical procedures are oftem performed on an outpatient basis and the patient is able to return home on the same day.
SHOULDER ARTHROSCOPY
The shoulder is the most flexible joint in the body making it most susceptible to instability and injury. The benefits of arthroscopy involve smaller incisions, faster healing, a more rapid recovery, and less scarring. Arthroscopic surgical procedures are often performed on an outpatient basis and the patient is able to return home on the same day.
GENERAL ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY
Ready to run a marathon or play a marathon of golf, Dr. Thompson is ready to help you. Dr. Thompson is s a board certified orthopedic surgeon and he also serves on the faculty of Baylor College of Medicine Associate Professor of Orthopedic Surgery, and on the faculty of The University of Texas Medical Branch as Clinical Instructor of Orthopedic Surgery.
. Steven D. Thompson,M.D.,P.A.,F.A.C.S. is noted for his work in sports medicine,hand,shoulder,upper extremity surgery,and arthroscopic knee surgery. He also serves on the faculty of Baylor College of Medicine Associate Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery,and on the faculty of The University of Texas Medical Branch as Clinical Instructor of Orthopaedic Surgery.
Born In Los Angeles,California,Dr. Thompson was raised In Richmond TX. He graduated from Lamar Consolidated HighSchool in Rosenberg. Dr. Thompson received his Bachelor's Degree in English from The University of Texas at Austin,and earned his Medical Degree from The University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston.
He completed his internship in general surgery at The University of Texas School of Medicine at Houston,and completed his residency in orthopaedic surgery at Baylor College of Medicine. He has practiced medicine In the area for almost 36 years and orthopaedic surgery for over 31 years. His father,Stanley E. Thompson,M.D. has practiced as a family practitioner in the same area for 60 years and still enjoys a vibrant practice at 92 years of age.