Dr. David Thompson completed medical school and orthopedic residency training at UNC followed by a hand and microvascular surgical fellowship at Duke University. He gained extensive experience in treating a variety of patients whose problems ranged from simple to very complex, including digital and limb replantation.
Dr. David Thompson completed medical school and orthopedic residency training at UNC followed by a hand and microvascular surgical fellowship at Duke University. He gained extensive experience in treating a variety of patients whose problems ranged from simple to very complex, including digital and limb replantation.
Dr. David Thompson has resided in North Carolina since 1985. After graduating from NCSU, he completed medical school and orthopedic residency training at UNC followed by a hand and microvascular surgical fellowship at Duke University.
Following the completion of his training, he served as Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery for six years combined, practicing at Duke University and UNC where he gained extensive additional experience treating a variety of patients whose problems ranged from simple to very complex, including digital and limb replantation. As a part of his responsibilities in this setting, he was also consulted regarding the care of student-athletes with upper extremity injuries.
Dr. Thompson retired from the US Naval Reserve in 2008, following 21 years of service. Approximately half of his military career was spent outside of medicine in the U.S. Army Reserve and Army National Guard as first a medic and then an infantry officer. In 2005, he was recalled to active duty in support of Operation Enduring Freedom, where he served at Naval Hospital Camp Lejeune providing care to combat-wounded Marines who were deployed from Camp Lejeune.
In 2008, he and his family relocated to High Point, NC where he practiced hand and orthopedic surgery for another 6 years before joining Guilford Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Center in 2013.
Dr. Thompson and his wife Jennifer have four daughters and one son who range in age from 15 to 2. Their oldest daughter is attending High Point Christian Academy, and the others are being home-schooled.
MEDICAL TRAINING & PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Medical School
UNC-Chapel Hill
Residency
UNC-Chapel Hill
Fellowship Training
Hand and Microsurgery – Duke University
Board Certifications / Memberships
Orthopaedic & Hand Surgery
First time with him. Very nice and explained everything very well. I have been here many times and everyone is always great.
Very professional compassionate and attentive. Today I have no pain, after suffering with this for years. The Best
Dr. Thompson is the best. Personable, caring, and a super surgeon!
Good
I was seen by both a practitioner and Dr. Thompson and pleased with diagnosis, treatment and willingness to answer questions.
PA and Dr. Thompson gave good information and answered all my questions.
Dr was very good but scheduling issues are poor. For 3:30 appointment I wasn’t seen until approximately 4:45
He spoke in terms my child could understand and made sure she was comfortable with what was going to take place and the plan
He is a great doctor. My son is 3 years old and our experience was great. I liked how he listened to my concerns about my child's recovery and he made sure that I was comfortable with his plan for my son's recovery.
Always kind & encouraging! He is very smart & regardless if it's surgery or in joint injections he is always gentle. Recommend to all