Clinical Geneticist (M.D.)
Dr. Katherine H. Thompson is a Clinical Geneticist (M.D.) in Bellaire, TX
with special training and skill in identifying inherited and acquired genetic conditions.
As a Clinical Geneticist (M.D.), Katherine H. Thompson, MD performs
DNA analysis on patients of all ages. Clinical Genetics (M.D.) is
the study and treatment of genetic disorders. Significant diseases and conditions treated by
Clinical Geneticists (M.D.) include cleft lip and palate, sickle-cell disease, Down Syndrome, muscular dystrophy, cystic fibrosis, Alzheimer's disease, and cancer.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Clinical Geneticists (M.D.)
include acquiring blood and skin samples.
A clinical geneticist demonstrates competence in providing comprehensive diagnostic, management and counseling services for genetic disorders.
Clinical Geneticists M D in Bellaire, TX
Pain Management Doctor
Dr. Katherine H. Thompson is a Pain Management Doctor in Bellaire, TX
with special training and skill in the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of all types of pain caused by surgery, injury, nerve damage, and metabolic problems such as diabetes.
As a Pain Management Doctor, Katherine H. Thompson, MD performs
medication management, physical therapy, and nerve blocks. Pain Management Medicine is
the multifaceted treatment of pain that prohibits or prevents normal eating, sleeping, work, and daily activity. Significant diseases and conditions treated by
Pain Management Doctors include chronic pain, fibromyalgia,back pain, joint pain, arthritis pain, tendinitis pain, and post-surgical pain.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Pain Management Doctors
include pain medications like opioids, spinal injections, TENS (transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation) therapy, meditation, relaxation techniques, visual imagery, biofeedback, heat and cold therapy, manipulation and massage.
Pain Medicine is a primary medical specialty based on a distinct body of knowledge and a well-defined scope of clinical practice that is founded on science, research and education. It is concerned with the study of pain, the prevention of pain, and the evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of persons in pain. A comprehensive evaluation incorporates the physical, psychological, cognitive and socio-cultural contributions to pain. The treatment protocol may include pharmacological, invasive, behavioral, cognitive, rehabilitative and complementary strategies provided in a concurrent focused and patient specific manner. The pain medicine physician often serves the patient as a frontline physician regarding their pain, but also may serve as a consultant to other physicians, direct an interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary treatment team, conduct research, or advocate for the patient's pain care with public and private agencies. The Pain Medicine physician may work in variety of settings including office, clinic, hospital, university, or governmental/public agencies.
Pain Management Doctors in Bellaire, TX
Addiction Medicine Family Doctor
Dr. Katherine H. Thompson is an Addiction Medicine Family Doctor in Bellaire, TX
with special training and skill in preventing, diagnosing, and treating patients with addiction.
As an Addiction Medicine Family Doctor, Katherine H. Thompson, MD performs
substance abuse recovery for all members of the family. Addiction Family Medicine is
provided to help a patient's family manage the effects of his or her addiction. Significant diseases and conditions treated by
Addiction Medicine Family Doctors include alcohol, tobacco, and drug abuse.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Addiction Medicine Family Doctors
include patient evaluations, addiction diagnosis, personalized treatment plans, follow-up care, and referrals to other specialists.
A family medicine physician who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of addictions.
Addiction Medicine Family Doctors in Bellaire, TX
Developmental - Behavioral Pediatrician
Dr. Katherine H. Thompson is a Developmental - Behavioral Pediatrician in Bellaire, TX
with special training and skill in treatment of developmental, learning and behavioral problems in children.
As a Developmental - Behavioral Pediatrician, Katherine H. Thompson, MD performs
assessments, evaluations, counseling and treatments for children and adolescents with developmental and behavioral difficulties. Developmental - Behavioral Pediatrics is
a medical specialty concerned with emotional, developmental and behavioral needs of children and their families. Significant diseases and conditions treated by
Developmental - Behavioral Pediatricians include speech delays, sensory issues, dyslexia, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, autism, Tourette syndrome, and cerebral palsy.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Developmental - Behavioral Pediatricians
include performing behavioral evaluations and assessments, prescribing and monitoring of medications, and recommending school accomodations.
A developmental-behavioral specialist is a pediatrician with special training and experience who aims to foster understanding and promotion of optimal development of children and families through research, education, clinical care and advocacy efforts. This physician assists in the prevention, diagnosis, and management of developmental difficulties and problematic behaviors in children and in the family dysfunctions that compromise children's development.
Developmental Behavioral Pediatricians in Bellaire, TX
