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Reid C. Thompson MD

William F. Meacham Professor & Chair, and Director, Vanderbilt Brain Tumor Center

Areas of Expertise

  • Acoustic Neuroma
  • Brain Cancer
  • Brain Tumor/Cancer
  • Neuro-Oncology
  • Neurologic Surgery
  • Neurological Disorders, Surgery
  • Neurological Surgery
  • Otolaryngology
  • Skull Base Surgery

Conditions and Treatments

Location

1500 21st Avenue South, The Village at Vanderbilt, Suite 1506
Nashville, TN 37212

Languages

  • English

Education

  • Doctor of Medicine - Johns Hopkins University, 1989
  • Internship - Johns Hopkins Hospital and Health System, 1990
  • Fellowship - Johns Hopkins Hospital and Health System, 1995
  • Residency - Johns Hopkins Hospital and Health System, 1995
  • Fellowship - Stanford University Medical Center, 1997

Board Certifications

  • Neurological Surgery - American Board of Neurological Surgery, 2001

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Patient Comments

Patient Comments are gathered from the Press Ganey Patient Experience Survey and displayed in full. Patients are not identified in order to respect patient privacy.
I have expressed to many the positive experience I have every time I have an appointment with this doctor and staff. Dr. Thompson, as well as everyone in this group, have come to mean so much to my wife and me. The finest experience I have ever had with a medical office and facility.
April 14, 2026
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Dr Thompson was so nice, and took the time to explain everything in detail to me. He made me feel at ease and I have complete confidence in his ability to do surgery on my brain.
April 13, 2026
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We were very impressed with both Dr Haynes and Dr Thompson! Their level of care and concern was exceptional. Both took the time to explain my test results and give a thorough explanation of next steps.
March 30, 2026
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I cannot overstate how impressed I continue to be with the incredible personal attention I receive from the doctors and care team at Vandy. They are all so professional and take such a personal interest in my care, spending a great deal of time ensuring that they answer all my questions.
March 2, 2026
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Dr. Thompson and his nurse Madison are all stars! I know I'm in great hands with two people who have big hearts and a wealth of knowledge
February 9, 2026
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Dr Thompson is a superstar! Very caring, clear & thorough. I feel reassured that I am in the best possible hands
February 9, 2026
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Amazing Doctor with an outstanding team
January 28, 2026
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Dr. Thompson is a treasure. He truly cares about his patients and he always gives credit to his team.
January 12, 2026
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Dr Thompson and staff are the absolute best! I would not recommend anyone else other than this team!
December 24, 2025
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