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Dr. Christopher Thompson, MD

Dr. Christopher Thompson, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Christopher Thompson, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Austin, TX and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in 1992. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as St. David's South Austin Medical Center and Northwest Hills Surgical Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.1 Star Rating
Based on 23 reviews 3.1 Star Rating (23 reviews)

Practice

5929 Balcones Dr Ste 200 Austin, TX 78731

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Dr. Thompson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Thompson

3.1
23 ratings, 7 with a written review
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Great results 2 years later!
Everything was great! Any concerns I had, he made sure to always reassure me. I had a balloon sinuplasty, turbinate reduction, & polyp removal with no issues! In fact, right after surgery, he called to check on me and make sure I felt fine. I had 0 pain the entire process. Had my surgery 2 years ago, and yes I have allergies here & there (inevitable), but I can actually breathe now! Best decision I ever made going to Christopher Thompson. Shout out to Miguel who walked me to the car after and made sure I was ok as well!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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T – Jun 22, 2024
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Worst doctor I have ever had
Like many others in this review section, I had two procedures done by Dr. Thompson and had to seek a second opinion. After receiving a second opinion, I was informed that his surgery was causing me more problems than I had before he operated. Not to mention, his attitude is incredibly dismissive and he has little care for his patients, only the money he makes from them. Don’t make my mistake- don’t receive treatment from Dr. Thompson or Aspire Allergy.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 06, 2024
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NOT RECOMMENDED
I had a septo/rhinoplasty performed by Dr. Thompson due to my septum being severely deviated and causing breathing issues. In the beginning, I was pleased with his work but, as the years progressed, his work deteriorated and I'm left with a crooked nose, a collapsed nasal cavity, and a septum deviated worse than before he "corrected" it. I've received several opinions on how to proceed and every opinion has been, "This surgeon did a terrible job and has caused you more issues." You may think his work is great initially, but wait a few years and you may be spending thousands to get his work corrected just so you can breathe properly. Do your research and don't wind up like me!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
9 others found this helpful
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Unhappy Patient – Nov 16, 2022
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Definitely not. I learned from my new ENT doctor today that the surgery Dr. Thompson performed on me just three years ago (rhinoplasty, septoplasty, balloon sinuplasty) were completely botched and will need to be repaired. It is no wonder that my sinus problems were even worse after his surgery. To say that I am disappointed is an understatement. We put so much trust in doctors. This is a shameful level of incompetency.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
7 others found this helpful
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Dallas Clement – Dec 17, 2020
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As an ENT 3, every OV he wanted to have an inter office CT to C my sinus cavities & then he said it was necessary to put some type a probe up my nose for an exam. I said OK bc he was the specialist, then I saw my insurance bills, it appeared to be a $ making scam- When he did my sinus surgery he said he could fix the bump on my nose.- afterwards my nose was much smaller (flat) and then collapsed. Had to go to a plastic surgeon more $$$ too much cartledge removed, the PS took ear cartledge..
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
10 others found this helpful
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Dec 30, 2017
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Heard about Dr. Christopher Thompson from KLBJ radio, after calling around, I chose him. Had my surgery yesterday, balloon sinuplasty and correction of a deviated septum. Dr. Thompson is SUCH a cool doc! He has extremely positive beside manners, doesn't rush you through your appointment (both my consultation and before we went into surgery), and just really makes you feel comfortable. He came to check on me after the surgery, again he was comforting. Looking forward to relief!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Austin Collins in AUSTIN, TX – Dec 08, 2017
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Dr. Thompson is awesome ! I've had a deviated septum for as long as I can remember and it was getting worse the older I got. I got a septoplasty and rhinoplasty done by him and the surgery went well! My nose has never been better, I can breath better and my sinus's have cleared. I'd highly recommend Dr. Thompson.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
12 others found this helpful
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Austin, TX – Dec 23, 2015
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care philosophy

Allergy symptoms may affect the nasal passages, eyes, skin, lungs, or digestive system. Itchy eyes, sneezing, stuffy nose, wheezing, and hives are common reactions to allergens. Sometimes, more dangerous whole-body reactions can occur which...read more

biography

Dr. Thompson is a Board Certified Otolaryngologist, Head & Neck Surgeon who has been practicing medicine in Texas since 1997. He earned his undergraduate degree in Biomedical Engineering from Texas A & M University in College Station, and went...read more
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

  • Sleep Medicine

  • Sleep Medicine Otolaryngology

  • Pediatric Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat)

  • Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

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  • University Tex Med Br

    Internship Hospital, 1993
  • University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

    Medical School, 1992
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology
Otolaryngology
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Self designated 
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Sinus & Allergy Specialists of Texas PLLC5929 Balcones Dr Ste 200 Austin, TX 78731
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