Dr. Thompson’s area of focus is treating disorders of the hand and upper extremities using the latest diagnostic and surgical techniques. Dr. Thompson stays up-to-date with current techniques in the upper extremity by attending regional and national courses each year.
Hometown: Omaha, NE
Conditions
Biceps Tear at the Shoulder, Broken Collarbone, Broken Wrist, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Cubital Tunnel Syndrome, De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis, Dupuytren’s Contracture, Flexor Tendon Injuries, Fractured or Dislocated Elbow, Frozen Shoulder, Ganglion Cysts, Golfer’s Elbow, Humerus Fracture (Proximal), Nail Bed or Fingertip Injuries, Radial Tunnel Syndrome, Rotator Cuff Tears, Separated Shoulder, Shoulder Arthritis, Shoulder Dislocation, Shoulder Impingement, Shoulder Injuries, Shoulder Joint Tear, SLAP Tears, Tennis Elbow, Tommy John (UCL) Injury, Trigger Finger, Wrist Arthritis, Nerve Injuries, and less common conditions
Treatments
Carpal Tunnel Release , Distal Bicep Repair , Elbow Scope , Ganglion Removal , Nerve Repair and Reconstruction Surgery , Radial Tunnel Release Surgery , Shoulder Scope , Tennis Elbow Surgery , Trigger Finger Release , Ulnar Nerve Surgery , Wrist Repair , Wrist Scope , and less common treatments
Specialized Services
Ages treated: 2+
Accepts workers comp: Yes
Team Members
Nurse
Credentials
Certifications
- Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
- Board Certified in Surgery of the Hand by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
- Surgery of the Hand Subspecialty Certification by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Education
- The Philadelphia Hand Center | Hand Surgery Fellowship, 2004
- University of Tennessee | Orthopedic Residency, 2003
- University of Tennessee | Internship, 1999
- University of Nebraska Medical Center | MD, 1998
- University of Nebraska-Lincoln | BS, 1993 (Biology)
Memberships & Awards
- Castle Connolly Top Doctor (2017 to present)
- Premier Doctors 2021 by Omaha Magazine
- American Medical Association
- American Society for Surgery of the Hand
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
- Metro Omaha Medical Society
- Nebraska Orthopedic Society
Patient Reviews
4.8 out of 5 (537 Ratings, 145 Comments)