Prof. Lester Thompson, M.D.
| Salivary Gland Lesions |
May 2 @ 21:00 – 21:30 IST
Prof. Lester D.R. Thompson, M.D.
Distinguished Pathologist and Educator in Head and Neck Pathology
Prof. Lester D.R. Thompson is an internationally recognized leader in Head and Neck Pathology, with a career spanning over thirty years. He currently leads Head and Neck Pathology Consultations in Woodland Hills, California. He has held esteemed roles, including Founding and Co-Editor-in-Chief of the Head and Neck Pathology journal and Editorial Board Member for the World Health Organization’s Classification of Tumours series.
Dr. Thompson has contributed extensively to advancing pathology through his authorship of over 12 books and 425+ peer-reviewed publications. His expertise encompasses many diseases, significantly contributing to the thyroid, salivary gland, sinonasal tract, and neuroendocrine pathology. Notably, he has served on the editorial boards of several leading pathology journals and played a pivotal role in redefining diagnostic criteria and staging systems in tumor classification.
Dr. Thompson’s distinguished service extends beyond academia. A retired United States Navy Medical Corps Captain, he has been honored with multiple military commendations for exemplary service. His accolades include the Vincent Hyams Award, Leon Barnes Award, and the British Medical Association Book Award, underscoring his profound impact on pathology and medicine.
At IODCPC25, Prof. Thompson will share his unparalleled expertise, offering insights into the latest advances and challenges in diagnosing and managing head and neck diseases.