the torch Spring 2014, Issue 1 | Page 12

Jesse Eldon Thompson, M.D., was a man of vision with THOMPSON’S LEGACY LIVES ON at Baylor through vascular surgery fellowships Prior to his retirement in 1992, Dr. Thompson person- a deeply held belief in education. He was known by col- ally trained more than 60 of these physicians, including leagues, students and friends as reserved, thoughtful and Gregory Pearl, M.D., division chief of vascular surgery at driven by a compelling desire to reach the highest possible Baylor Dallas. “I was extremely fortunate to serve as the level of professional competence. last of Dr. Thompson’s vascular fellows prior to his retirement. He was one of the bright