William Thompson, MD
Gynecologic Surgeon and Obstetrician
My specialties:
- Obstetrics and gynecology (OB/GYN)
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Professional interests:
- Minimally invasive gynecologic surgery
- Robotic surgery
- General obstetrics
- Enhanced recovery after gynecologic surgery
- Contraception
- Cervical dysplasia
Practice philosophy: I strive to practice medicine in a way that includes respect for each unique patient with a strong emphasis on informed, shared decision-making.
What are you passionate about and why? I am passionate about providing my patients the best care possible through evidence-based medicine with a focus on their individual values and needs. Additionally, I work to stay educated on the latest surgical technologies and practice guidelines.
If you weren't a health care provider, what would you be? A researcher. I worked in this field for a number of years before attending medical school.
Why did you become a provider? When did you know this was the career for you? I first became interested in medicine and science as a kid after undergoing surgery. I knew OBGYN was for me during medical school as it is the perfect blend of surgery and medicine.
What is something you have learned from your patients? To get to know the patient and not just the problem they present with as you can learn so much from the person sitting in front of you.
What are you most proud of? I am most proud of my family. I am married to a pediatrician and we have four wonderful children.
What are a few of your personal achievements? I was an active duty officer in the US Army for 8 years.
Credentials
- MD
Specialties
- Obstetrics and gynecology (OB/GYN)
Personal interests
- Cooking
- Family activities
- Hiking
- Hockey
Educational institutions
- University of Vermont College of Medicine
Residencies
- Walter Reed Military Medical Center, Bethesda, MD
Years of experience
- 8
Hospital affiliations
- Abbott Northwestern Hospital
- The Mother Baby Center at Abbott Northwestern and Children’s Minnesota
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Major health plans we participate in
- Allina Health | Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
- HealthPartners
- Medica
- PreferredOne
- SelectCare/LaborCare
- UCare
- UnitedHealthcare
Other health plans we participate in
- Medicaid/Medicare
- Aetna
- America's PPO
- First Health/Coventry
- CIGNA
- Humana
- Hennepin Health (formerly Metropolitan Health Plan)
- PrimeWest
- South Country Health Alliance
- United Behavioral Health
- Wisconsin Physician Services (WPS)