Overview
I completed my residency in internal medicine at the University of California, Irvine, and a fellowship in cardiovascular diseases at the Ochsner Heart and Vascular Institute in New Orleans. While at the Scripps Clinic, I completed a fellowship in interventional cardiology as well as a fellowship in Structural Heart Disease and Peripheral Vascular Interventions, receiving an additional year of formal training in transcatheter aortic valve replacement, Watchman left atrial appendage closure, ASD/PFO closure, mitral valve repair, and peripheral vascular interventions.I'm a past fellow-in-training member of the Interventional Scientific Council for the American College of Cardiology and a current member of the Interventional Writing Group. I'm also a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology and the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (SCAI).My goal is to provide outstanding cardiovascular care to Bakersfield and the southern San Joaquin Valley.
Dr. Thompson is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Attack, Apoplexy, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement.
Dr. Thompson is board certified in Internal Medicine (Sub: Interventional Cardiology), Internal Medicine (Sub: Cardiovascular Disease), and Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Thompson is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
1941 Johnson Ave, Ste 101, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Caleb D. Thompson
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Caleb D. Thompson?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Caleb D. Thompson by calling their office at 805-782-8844. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Caleb D. Thompson a top-rated expert for Atrial Fibrillation?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Caleb D. Thompson is classified as an Advanced expert for Atrial Fibrillation, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Caleb D. Thompson specialize in?
While Dr. Caleb D. Thompson is a Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Attack, and Apoplexy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Cardiology.
Does Dr. Caleb D. Thompson participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Caleb D. Thompson has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Atrial Fibrillation. You can view a list of Dr. Caleb D. Thompson's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Caleb D. Thompson accept my insurance?
Dr. Caleb D. Thompson accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 805-782-8844 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- AnginaDr. Thompson isAdvanced. Learn about Angina.
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Thompson isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- ApoplexyDr. Thompson isAdvanced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Thompson isAdvanced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- AtherosclerosisDr. Thompson isAdvanced. Learn about Atherosclerosis.
- Atrial FibrillationDr. Thompson isAdvanced. Learn about Atrial Fibrillation.
- Coronary Heart DiseaseDr. Thompson isAdvanced. Learn about Coronary Heart Disease.
- Heart AttackDr. Thompson isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Attack.
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- AngioplastyDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Angioplasty.
- Anomalous Left Coronary Artery from the Pulmonary Artery
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- Aortic Valve ReplacementDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Replacement.
- ArrhythmiasDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Arrhythmias.
- Atrial Septal Defect (ASD)Dr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Atrial Septal Defect (ASD).
- Atrial TachycardiaDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Atrial Tachycardia.
- Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT)
- Congenital Coronary Artery MalformationDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Coronary Artery Malformation.
- Coronary Artery AneurysmDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Coronary Artery Aneurysm.
- FaintingDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Fainting.
- Familial HypertensionDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Familial Hypertension.
- Familial Neurocardiogenic SyncopeDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope.
- Glucocorticoid-Remediable AldosteronismDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.
- Heart FailureDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Heart Failure.
- Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF)
- Heart Valve RepairDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Heart Valve Repair.
- High CholesterolDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about High Cholesterol.
- His Bundle TachycardiaDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about His Bundle Tachycardia.
- HypertensionDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Hypertension.
- Hypertensive Heart DiseaseDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Hypertensive Heart Disease.
- Idiopathic EdemaDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Idiopathic Edema.
- Metabolic SyndromeDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Metabolic Syndrome.
- Mitral Valve RegurgitationDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Mitral Valve Regurgitation.
- Multifocal Atrial TachycardiaDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Multifocal Atrial Tachycardia.
- NecrosisDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Necrosis.
- Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT)
- Paroxysmal Ventricular FibrillationDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Paroxysmal Ventricular Fibrillation.
- Patent Foramen OvaleDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Patent Foramen Ovale.
- Pediatric MyocarditisDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Pediatric Myocarditis.
- PericarditisDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Pericarditis.
- Pulmonary EdemaDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Edema.
- Rheumatic FeverDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Rheumatic Fever.
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
- VasculitisDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Vasculitis.
- Ventricular FibrillationDr. Thompson isExperienced. Learn about Ventricular Fibrillation.