Mark W. Thompson, MD, MBA
- Neonatology
- Pediatric Medicine
Medical Director, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit - Austin
Senior Faculty, Department of Pediatrics, Baylor College of Medicine
Phone:
737-229-2000
Languages: English
Departments:
Office location:
9835 North Lake Creek Parkway
Austin, TX 78717
Get to know Mark W. Thompson, MD, MBA
Dr. Thompson is a neonatologist who specializes in the care of premature and ill infants. He leads a multi-specialty team within the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit to deliver evidence-based neonatal intensive care practices to sick infants. He has expertise in high frequency ventilation, ECMO, nitric oxide delivery, therapeutic cooling and care of the tiny baby.
Dr. Thompson's career prior to joining Texas Children's Hospital was in the U.S. Army where he cared for infants in multiple NICUs around the world supporting U.S. service member families. He also served in a wide variety of medical leadership positions, has authored articles and is frequently invited to provide presentations on medical leadership.
Personal Statement
I am deeply committed to our team providing the absolutely best care to our patients and our families. I firmly believe that the families of our smallest patients are the most important members of our care team. Insuring that we deliver the care they desire for their baby is our most important goal. Active communication, frequent collaboration and in-depth discussions are the hallmarks of care we deliver in our NICU.
Education
| School | Education | Degree | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abilene Christian University | Masters | Master of Business Administration | 2017 |
| U.S. Army War College | Masters | Master of Science in Strategic Studies | 2009 |
| Walter Reed Army Institute of Research | Research Fellowship | Medical Research | 2003 |
| University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics | Fellowship | Neonatal-Perinatal | 1996 |
| Tripler Army Medical Center Program | Residency | Pediatrics | 1993 |
| University of Michigan - Medical School | Medical School | Doctor of Medicine | 1990 |
| United States Military Academy | Bachelors | Bachelor of Science in Chemistry | 1986 |
Organizations
| Organization Name | Role |
|---|---|
| American College of Health Care Executives | Member |
| American Association of Physician Leadership | Member |
Board Certifications
American Board of Pediatrics, FAAP
American Board of Pediatrics
Honors and awards
- 2017
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Maj. Gen. Lewis Aspey Mologne Award for Military Academic Excellence, Office of the U.S. Army Surgeon General
- 2009
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Dr. Michael K. Yancey Award for Excellence in Teaching, Tripler Army Medical Center
* Texas Children’s Hospital physicians’ licenses and credentials are reviewed prior to practicing at any of our facilities. Sections titled From the Doctor, Professional Organizations and Publications were provided by the physician’s office and were not verified by Texas Children’s Hospital.
Research interests
Developing health care providers as leaders
Sawyer T, Sierocka-Casteneda A, Chan D, Berg B, Thompson M. The Effectiveness of Video-assisted Oral Debriefing vs. Oral Debriefing Alone at Improving Neonatal Resuscitation Performance: A Randomized Trial. Simulation in Healthcare, 2012 Aug;7(4):213-21
Sawyer T, Sierocka-Casteneda A, Chan D, Berg B, Thompson M. Deliberate Practice Using Simulation Improves Neonatal Resuscitation Performance. Simulation in Healthcare, 2011 Dec;6(6):327-36
Creamer KM, Edwards MJ, Shields CH, Thompson MW, Yu CE, Adelman W. Pediatric Wartime Admissions to U.S. Military Combat Support Hospitals in Afghanistan and Iraq: Learning from the First 2000 Admissions. Journal of Trauma, 67(4): 762-68
Callahan, C.W., Thompson, MW. AMEDD Leadership Development: From the Grass Roots Up. AMEDD Journal, Oct-Dec 2007:19-25