The 20 Best Thiopurine S-Methyltransferase Deficiency Doctors Near Me in magee, MS

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 1 doctor with experience in Thiopurine S-Methyltransferase Deficiency near magee, MS. Of these, 1 are Experienced.

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    Experienced in Thiopurine S-Methyltransferase Deficiency

    Dr. George E. Gillespie
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Thiopurine S-Methyltransferase Deficiency

    Dr. George E. Gillespie
    Family Medicine

    Magee General Hospital

    300 3rd Ave SE, 
    Magee, MS 
     (0.4 miles away)
    601-849-5070
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    George Gillespie is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Magee, Mississippi. Dr. Gillespie is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thiopurine S-Methyltransferase Deficiency. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Episcleritis, Angioedema, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), and COVID-19. Dr. Gillespie is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Thiopurine S-Methyltransferase Deficiency?

    Thiopurine S-methyltransferase (TPMT) deficiency is a condition characterized by significantly reduced activity of an enzyme that helps the body process drugs called thiopurines. These drugs, which include 6-thioguanine, 6-mercaptopurine, and azathioprine, inhibit (suppress) the body's immune system. Thiopurine drugs are used to treat some autoimmune disorders, including Crohn's disease and rheumatoid arthritis, which occur when the immune system malfunctions. These drugs are also used to treat several forms of cancer, particularly cancers of blood-forming tissue (leukemias) and cancers of immune system cells (lymphomas). Additionally, thiopurine drugs are used in organ transplant recipients to help prevent the immune system from attacking the transplanted organ.