Dr Nicola Thompson

Dr Nicola Thompson is a dedicated Consultant Medical Oncologist who provides compassionate, evidence-based care for individuals diagnosed with cancer. Working closely alongside multidisciplinary healthcare teams, Dr Thompson develops individualised management plans tailored to each patient's unique diagnostic profile and personal circumstances. Her approach combines thorough clinical knowledge with empathetic communication, ensuring patients and their families feel informed, supported, and reassured throughout their treatment journey.

As a specialist in Medical Oncology, Dr Thompson possesses expertise in managing skin cancers and thoracic malignancies. Her primary clinical focus includes the treatment of melanoma and non-small cell lung cancer. She is highly experienced in delivering modern systemic anti-cancer therapies, including targeted treatments, adjuvant therapies, and immune checkpoint inhibitors (immunotherapy). By remaining at the forefront of emerging therapeutic strategies, she works to deliver safe and effective care options designed to improve clinical outcomes and maintain quality of life.

Dr Thompson completed her undergraduate medical training, obtaining a Bachelor of Medical Sciences (BMedSci) alongside her primary medical qualifications, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (BMBS). Demonstrating a strong commitment to academic development, she subsequently completed a Master of Science (MSc). She is also a Member of the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP), maintaining high professional standards through continuous medical education and ongoing clinical review.

In addition to her clinical commitments, Dr Thompson actively contributes to translational cancer research and nationwide audits assessing survival outcomes and therapeutic response. Her involvement in clinical studies and research networks enables her to integrate the latest scientific developments into everyday practice. Dr Thompson remains dedicated to advancing oncological care and delivering high-quality, modern medical treatments to her patients.