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Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD

Accepting New Patients

(3 Ratings)

Specializes in: Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose, and Throat)

University of Southern California (USC), Keck School of Medicine (2009)

Professional interests include: tympanoplasty, myringoplasty, mucocele (mucous cyst), and more.

26726 CROWN VALLEY PARKWAY SUITE 200
MISSION VIEJO, CA 92691

(949) 364-4361

Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD is an otolaryngologist in MISSION VIEJO, CA specializing in otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat). He graduated from University of Southern California (USC), Keck School of Medicine in 2009 and has 17 years of experience. Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD is affiliated with MemorialCare, Saddleback Medical Center, Providence Medical Foundation, Greater Newport Physicians, Providence, Providence Mission Hospital - Laguna Beach, Mission Hospital Leonard Cancer Institute - Mission Viejo, MemorialCare Medical Group MemorialCare Independent Physicians, Providence Affiliated Physicians, Mission and Providence Mission Hospital - Mission Viejo.

Office Locations

26726 CROWN VALLEY PARKWAY SUITE 200
MISSION VIEJO, CA 92691

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Greater Newport Physicians

18 Endeavor Suite 208
Irvine, CA

(949) 364-4361

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26726 Crown Valley Parkway Suite 200
Mission Viejo, CA

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351 Hospital Road Suite 218
Newport Beach, CA

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Some issues Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD can help you with:

Thyroid Surgery

Thyroid surgery is a procedure to remove all or part of the thyroid gland. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland in the lower neck that regulates the hormones that manage metabolism. Thyroid surgery, also known as thyroidectomy, treats thyroid disorders such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), goiters (noncancerous thyroid inflammation), and thyroid cancer. It may also be used to remove thyroid nodules or cysts that have a risk of becoming cancerous.

Both hypothyroidism and goiters are caused by an autoimmune reaction where the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The thyroid reacts by releasing too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones, impairing thyroid function and causing irregular metabolism. Goiters develop from the autoimmune reaction causing continued antibody damage to the thyroid over time. Thyroid goiters are large, swollen lumps that can be felt near the base of the neck. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. Hypothyroidism may also be caused by iodine deficiency, as iodine is needed to produce thyroid hormones.

The exact cause of thyroid cancer and thyroid nodules or cysts is unknown. While thyroid cancer and thyroid nodules or cysts can occur in individuals with thyroid disorders, they are not associated with a malfunctioning thyroid.

Physicians may prescribe thyroid surgery if blood tests reveal patients' thyroid stimulating hormones (TSA) are outside of the acceptable range, indicating a malfunctioning thyroid. Thyroid biopsies (tissue samples) and tests for thyroid-attacking antibodies are also criteria for surgery.

An ENT or general surgeon performs thyroid surgery. While a patient is placed under anesthesia, the surgeon makes an incision at the center of the neck and removes the thyroid gland. Two alternative methods of thyroid surgery are transoral (incision through the mouth) and endoscopic, where a surgeon operates a video camera for live footage to help guide the removal process.

Thyroid surgery requires minimal aftercare. Most patients recover quickly and resume normal activities within a few days of surgery. However, thyroid surgery patients must take daily synthetic thyroid medication (levothyroxine) for life to replace their removed thyroid.

Tonsillectomy

Tonsillectomy is a surgical procedure to remove both tonsils and is most widely used to treat tonsillitis (tonsil inflammation), which occurs when the tonsils (two tissue glands in the back of the throat) become infected and enlarged. Sleep disorders such as snoring and sleep apnea are frequently caused by tonsilitis. Similar conditions that tonsillectomy may treat include recurring throat infections (6 or more per year) and obstructed breathing from enlarged tonsils that block the airway.

Tonsillectomies are usually performed on children; however, many adults also undergo the procedure. A tonsillectomy generally only lasts for about half an hour following the administration of anesthesia. The otolaryngologist (ENT) or surgeon performing a tonsillectomy may employ a variety of medical techniques, such as:

Cold Knife Dissection: A cold knife dissection is the most popular tonsil removal method. A surgeon removes the tonsils using a steel scalpel and repairs the region with sutures (stitches) or electrocautery (high heat) to stop bleeding. This technique is favored for those with obstructed breathing.
Electrocautery: Other tonsillectomy methods include a full tonsil removal by electrocautery, where the surgeon uses a high heat device to burn off the tonsils and cauterize the bleeding tissue. Electrocautery is more painful than cold knife dissection.
Harmonic Scalpel: A third technique is where the surgeon uses a harmonic scalpel (vibrating bladed device) to first cut off the tonsils, and then coagulate bleeding using the harmonic scalpel's heat and vibration. Harmonic scalpel is the most precise form of tonsillectomy.
Radiofrequency Ablation: To perform the radiofrequency ablation technique, the surgeon places small probes into the tonsil that transmit radiofrequency energy to the tonsil tissue. The delivered energy damages and scars the tonsils, gradually minimizing the tonsils' size. Unlike the other three methods, radiofrequency ablation is performed in-office with or without general anesthesia and has minimal recovery time. Patients can expect to return to daily activities nearly immediately and may receive radiofrequency ablation every few months. While radiofrequency ablation does reduce tonsil inflammation, it is not often prescribed to those with severe tonsillitis or breathing disorders.

Patients are typically able to return home shortly after having their tonsils removed. Tonsillectomy recovery time may range from around ten days to two weeks. During this time, it is common for patients to have a sore throat, neck pain, and a hoarse voice. Patients are advised to consume soft foods such as ice cream and applesauce to avoid further throat irritation. After recovering from tonsillectomy, many patients experience improved breathing, reduced irritation, and an overall improved quality of life.

In The News

“"Dehydration, autoimmune diseases and infections can all affect the consistency and amount of saliva produced by our salivary glands," said Dr. Chris Thompson, a board-certified otolaryngologist...”—"What Your Saliva Can Reveal About Your Health", Huff Post, August 2023

“As the virus does this, it irritates our nasal passages and sinuses, triggering inflammation, said Dr. Christopher Thompson, an otolaryngologist with Providence Mission Hospital in Orange County,...”—"Still Have Lingering Congestion After Being Sick? Here's What To Do.", Huff Post, March 2022

“Dr. Christopher F. Thompson, an ear, nose and throat specialist at Providence Mission Hospital in Orange County, California, told Health that "a COVID-19 test should not cause an eye infection."”—"Fact check: Doctors say Hilary Duff likely didn't contract pink eye from COVID-19 tests", USA Today, January 2021

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 10%

By Volume:

maxillofacial CT scan

By Affordability:

endoscopic maxillary antrostomy

maxillary antrostomy

In 2023, among providers in related specialties within California, Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD performed more maxillofacial (jaw/face) CT scan procedures for Medicare patients than 90% of them and he also had a list price for endoscopic maxillary antrostomy, and maxillary antrostomy that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 90% of them. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Top 25%

By Volume:

biopsy

endoscopic nasal surgery

minimally invasive procedures

By Affordability:

endoscopic nasal biopsy

endoscopic nasal debridement

endoscopic nasal polypectomy

endoscopic nasal surgery

endoscopic sinus surgery

endoscopic surgical treatment of nosebleed

nasal endoscopy

nose surgery

sinus surgery

In 2012, among providers in related specialties within California, Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD performed more biopsy, endoscopic nasal surgery, and minimally invasive procedures procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of them and he also had a list price for endoscopic nasal biopsy, endoscopic nasal debridement, endoscopic nasal polypectomy, endoscopic nasal surgery, endoscopic sinus surgery, endoscopic surgical treatment of nosebleed, nasal endoscopy, nose surgery, and sinus surgery that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of them. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in MISSION VIEJO, CA during 2015 were ear procedures, minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures and CT scan.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD for Medicare patients.

CT scan	11
doctor visit	159
ear procedures	50
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	22
minimally invasive procedures	22

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	136
Female	134

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	232
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	124
From 75 to 84	84
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD in 2015

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	16
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	21
Dementia	11
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in MISSION VIEJO, CA during 2016 were minimally invasive procedures, nose surgery, ear procedures and CT scan.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD for Medicare patients.

CT scan	70
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	46
diagnostic procedures	46
doctor visit	477
ear procedures	107
excision	66
gynecologic procedures	46
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	51
minimally invasive procedures	177
nose surgery	126
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	46

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	136
Female	155

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	253
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	19
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	159
From 75 to 84	68
85 and over	40
Less than 65	24

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD in 2016

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	16
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	20
Dementia	8
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in MISSION VIEJO, CA during 2017 were ear procedures, minimally invasive procedures, CT scan and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD for Medicare patients.

CT scan	82
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	24
diagnostic procedures	24
doctor visit	612
ear procedures	133
excision	24
gynecologic procedures	24
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	59
minimally invasive procedures	98
nose surgery	39
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	24
stroboscopy	12

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	151
Female	197

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	299
Black	0
Hispanic	15
Asian	17
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	166
From 75 to 84	105
85 and over	56
Less than 65	21

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD in 2017

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	24
Dementia	9
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in MISSION VIEJO, CA during 2018 were ear procedures, CT scan, minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD for Medicare patients.

CT scan	103
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	24
diagnostic procedures	24
doctor visit	665
ear procedures	174
excision	24
gynecologic procedures	24
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	47
minimally invasive procedures	83
nose surgery	36
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	24

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	179
Female	213

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	325
Black	0
Hispanic	20
Asian	32
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	204
From 75 to 84	134
85 and over	36
Less than 65	18

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD in 2018

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	25
Dementia	9
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in MISSION VIEJO, CA during 2019 were ear procedures, CT scan, minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD for Medicare patients.

CT scan	80
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	22
diagnostic procedures	22
doctor visit	678
ear procedures	162
excision	22
gynecologic procedures	22
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	58
minimally invasive procedures	80
nose surgery	22
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	22

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	173
Female	220

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	339
Black	0
Hispanic	15
Asian	21
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	199
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD in 2019

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	21
Dementia	8
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in MISSION VIEJO, CA during 2020 were CT scan, ear procedures, minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD for Medicare patients.

CT scan	110
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	22
diagnostic procedures	22
doctor visit	689
ear procedures	91
excision	22
gynecologic procedures	22
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	56
minimally invasive procedures	78
nose surgery	22
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	22

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	190
Female	205

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	330
Black	0
Hispanic	19
Asian	24
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	218
From 75 to 84	128
85 and over	36
Less than 65	13

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD in 2020

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	21
Dementia	7
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in MISSION VIEJO, CA during 2021 were ear procedures, CT scan, minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD for Medicare patients.

CT scan	123
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	29
diagnostic procedures	29
doctor visit	870
ear procedures	173
excision	29
gynecologic procedures	29
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	65
minimally invasive procedures	118
nose surgery	53
nosebleed treatment	12
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	29

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	214
Female	277

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	404
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	37
Other	22
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	253
From 75 to 84	162
85 and over	59
Less than 65	17

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD in 2021

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	25
Dementia	8
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in MISSION VIEJO, CA during 2022 were ear procedures, minimally invasive procedures, CT scan and nose surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD for Medicare patients.

CT scan	143
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	59
diagnostic procedures	59
doctor visit	914
ear procedures	180
excision	59
gynecologic procedures	59
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	59
minimally invasive procedures	162
nose surgery	103
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	59

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	233
Female	306

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	440
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	39
Other	32
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	260
From 75 to 84	195
85 and over	70
Less than 65	14

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD in 2022

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	17
Osteoperosis	21
Atrial Fibrilation	20
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	22
Dementia	5
Cancer	18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2015 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in MISSION VIEJO, CA were ear procedures, minimally invasive procedures, CT scan and nose surgery.

CT scan	90
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	32
diagnostic procedures	32
doctor visit	633
ear procedures	133
excision	35
gynecologic procedures	32
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	52
minimally invasive procedures	102
nose surgery	57
nosebleed treatment	12
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	32

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2015 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	176
Female	213

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	23
Non-Hispanic White	327
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	8
Other	6

**Age**
75 to 84	109
85 and over	37
Less than 65	13
65 to 74	197

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD From 2015 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD treated were high cholesterol, hypertension, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	13
Osteoporosis	13
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	22
Atrial Fibrillation	12
Dementia	8
Cancer	10

Education & Training

Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD graduated from University of Southern California (USC), Keck School of Medicine in 2009. He completed residency at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center. He is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery and has a state license in California.

Medical School: University of Southern California (USC), Keck School of Medicine (2009)

Residency: Harbor-UCLA Medical Center (2014)

Board Certification: American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery

Licensed In: California

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

MemorialCare

Saddleback Medical Center

Providence Medical Foundation

Greater Newport Physicians

Providence

Providence Mission Hospital - Laguna Beach

Mission Hospital Leonard Cancer Institute - Mission Viejo

MemorialCare Medical Group MemorialCare Independent Physicians

Providence Affiliated Physicians, Mission

Providence Mission Hospital - Mission Viejo

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Anthem Blue Cross HMO, Aetna HMO, Blue Shield of California, Anthem, United Healthcare HMO, Medicare Advantage, Providence, Health Net HMO and CIGNA HMO.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Anthem Blue Cross HMO

Aetna HMO

Blue Shield of California

Anthem

United Healthcare HMO

Medicare Advantage

Providence

Health Net HMO

CIGNA HMO

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD has a high overall rating with an average of 3.67 out of 5 stars based on 3 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in MISSION VIEJO, CA.

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Overall Rating: 5.0 2021-08-21

Dr. Thompson and his staff have been extremely attentive and professional.  They have moved quickly with an issue that I came to them with and have been responsive, given me the care I've needed, answered all my questions, and have comforted me when I was distraught by my news.  I highly recommend Dr. Thompson and his staff.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2018-10-22

I feel so fortunate to have found Dr. Thompson. After suffering from intense sinus infections for over 25 years and one previous sinus surgery from a different physician, Dr. Thompson has helped me regain my health and life back. Upon my first evaluation with Dr. Thompson, he earned my trust by showing true compassion and understanding. He has a calm and gentle demeanor, took the time to listen to my history and talked with me about my concerns. Never once did I feel rushed or pressured, as he made suggestions for the plan of care. In my case, I needed a second sinus surgery to help my multiple issues. The surgery went very well; he called me personally to follow up over the phone following the surgery. I had multiple follow-up visits post surgery, which were uncomfortable at times but he did his best to ease the pain. Again, I feel so fortunate to have found a physician who is kind, caring and truly has the interest of his patients as top priority; he is exceptional.

Overall Rating: 1.0 2018-05-24

I made an appointment on May 22nd to see Dr. Thompson at 9:30 am on May 23rd. I got there on time but the door of his office was locked. I called his office many times but could not reach anybody. The front desk of the building helped me also to call his office, but still could not get through.  I finally reached his office at about 10:00 am and was told that he got an emergency to take care this morning, and my appointment has to be rescheduled.  This is not a professional way to treat any patient. I refused to go back to see him and never to see any doctor in this office.

General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Christopher Forrest Thompson, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Intersect ENT, Inc.	$674 Propel $674
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.	$433 NUCALA $433
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.	$252 DUPIXENT $252
GENZYME CORPORATION	$246 DUPIXENT $246
Medtronic USA, Inc.	$231 NUVENT $174	FUSION $42	NIM Vital $15
Other	$707 Propel $152	GRASTEK $100	RAGWITEK $79	XOLAIR $75	XEROGEL NASAL/EPISTAXIS 2 PACK $36	Other $265

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$2,544

Biography

Dr. Christopher Thompson is a physician who specializes in otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat). In addition to English, he speaks Spanish. These areas are among his clinical interests: neck abscess, otosclerosis, and throat abscess. Dr. Thompson's professional affiliations include Greater Newport Physicians, Saddleback Medical Center, and Providence Medical Foundation. Before completing his residency at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, Dr. Thompson attended medical school at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine and the University of Southern California (USC), Keck School of Medicine. Patients gave Dr. Thompson an average rating of 3.5 stars (out of 5). United Healthcare HMO, Anthem, and Blue California are among the insurance carriers that Dr. Thompson honors. According to Providence Medical Foundation, new patients are welcome to contact his office in Mission Viejo, CA.