Dr. Patrick Thompson is a native of Houma and a 2004 graduate of Vandebilt Catholic High School. He received his undergraduate degree (BS – Science/Athletic Training) from Nicholls State University in 2009. He went on to earn his Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy from Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center – New Orleans in 2012. Returning home in 2020, he teamed up with Dr. Patrick Haydel to run the physical therapy department at HealthPRO Wellness Center. His experiences consist of geriatric and neurologic rehab, however, he specializes in sports and orthopedic rehabilitation. He continues his education with ongoing courses in the field of physical therapy, and in June of 2018, Dr. Thompson became a Board Certified Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) recognized by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties. He is also certified in Instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization. Furthermore, Dr. Thompson was certified to perform Dry Needling by the Dry Needling Institute in 2020.