Dawn Thornton, DO
Internal Medicine
About Me
Languages
- English
Gender
Female
What I Treat
Specialties
- Internal Medicine
My Medical Background
Medical school
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (2004)
Internship
Internal Medicine - Lehigh Valley Health Network (2005)
Residency
Internal Medicine - Lehigh Valley Health Network (2007)
Board certifications
- Internal Medicine
Years of experience
undefined+ years of experience
Insurance Details
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Reviews
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Sep 2024I really respect Dr Thornton and her staff. She always takes time to answer my questions. Much appreciated
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Sep 2024Great facility and staff
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Sep 2024Dr. Thorton is amazing. The time she spends with you shows she cares and talks you through what is the best options.
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Sep 2024Dr. Thornton is a wonderful physician.
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Sep 2024Dr. Thorton and her nurse, Erica, are kind, considerate, and very professional. They show sincere concern relating to my healthcare.
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Sep 2024I was very impressed by my provider. She seemed genuine and a caring person. Listened to me and started referrals my first visit.
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Sep 2024Dr. Thornton and the staff are excellent professionals and they are wonderful at informing patients of the issues and patient care. I regularly recommend other people to her. She's a wonderful, knowledgeable, caring doctor!
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Sep 2024Dr. Thornton is a very good physician.
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Sep 2024Everyone is so professional and courteous.
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Sep 2024The office is very efficient. I was seen on time and greeted in a pleasant and professional manner. I felt welcomed and Dr. Thornton took the time to review and discuss my concerns. I am very pleased with the care I received.
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Sep 2024Dr Thornton and Cole are always kind, pleasant, professional, and comfortable. The check in desk is always courteous and pleasant. I always feel comfortable during my visits to this facility!
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Aug 2024I prefer functional medicine but cannot afford it regularly so i use what Medicare provides mostly. As a traditional provider I find Dr Thornton open minded but still trained traditionally which i expect. She is very smart and polite, caring.
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Aug 2024I've never been happier with a Dr or provider. Dr Thorton is by far the best doctor I've ever had. The staff members at Autumn Hall are great.
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Aug 2024Dr. Thornton is the best.
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Aug 2024all great care and service. Polite and professional
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Aug 2024Dr. Thornton is THE ABSOLUTE BEST! I've always hated going to the doctor and tend to get very anxious about visits. Since I have begun seeing Dr. Thornton this no longer happens. She is attentive and easy to talk to. She does not judge and makes me feel very comfortable. I am so thankful to have found her as my primary doctor.
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Aug 2024Professional, friendly and respectful
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Jul 2024Dr. Thornton has a wonderful bedside manner, and the nurses are so nice.
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Jul 2024Very professional staff and doctor !
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Jul 2024Dr Thornton is great! I recommend her to anyone who asks me for a PCP recommendation
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Jul 2024DR. Thornton is very thorough and very caring. I highly would recommend her to anyone.
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Jul 2024Love Dr. Thornton and her staff! They're the best!!
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Jul 2024Dr Thornton is the best! For all the reasons I just marked. Hope she doesn't ever leave Wilmington!
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Jul 2024Dr Thornton is a very professional, caring provider that listens and cares for her patients and I so value that in my PCP. I can’t speak highly enough of her and her staff. Thank you so much Dr Thornton for being you!
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Jul 2024I love my provider
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Jul 2024Dr Thorton takes time with you & talks about your concerns & helps you come up with a plan to improve your health. I really appreciate that.
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Jul 2024Excellent visit, best primary care doctor around
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Jul 2024Dr. Thornton is fabulous—the best doctor I’ve ever had. She listens to and respects her patients, and she’s a great communicator.
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Jul 2024I am very comfortable with Dr. Thornton and I have recommended her to others. I trust her care and professional judgment.
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Jul 2024We love Dr. Thornton and her staff. They are a wonderful!
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Jul 2024I always trust Dr. Thornton. She is a wonderful doctor and person. Very blessed to have her as my primary care doctor!!!!
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Jun 2024Listens to all concrrns
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Jun 2024I’ve been going to Dr Thornton since she joined the clinic and I am very happy with the treatment I have received. She definitely is a doctor that cares. I’ve been going to Dr Thornton since she joined the clinic and I am very happy with the treatment I have received. She definitely is a doctor that cares. The staff is excellent, especially her nurses, I feel very comfortable from the time I walked in till the time I left.
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Jun 2024Very pleased with this office and staff
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Jun 2024Dr. Thorton is the best doctor I have ever had. I have highly recommended her to many people.
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Jun 2024Dr Thornton is the best. Listens to everything I say and is attentive and caring.
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Jun 2024I felt very comfortable, respected and heard during my entire visit. I’m so grateful for Dr. Thornton and her excellent care for me. The entire staff always makes every visit a very pleasant experience.
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Jun 2024Dr Thornton and her team are the best!
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Jun 2024Great care,
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Jun 2024Dr. Dawn Thornton is a caring and considerate doctor. I come from OIB because she is worth the drive.
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Jun 2024Dr Thornton is an amazing and caring doctor. I’m so happy to have her taking care of my medical needs.
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Jun 2024Dr. Thornton and her team are excellent; leaving all questions answered. Never minimizes my symptoms or complaints of not feeling well. If I need an appointment for something that comes up spare of the moment ie surgical clearance, I'm worked into her schedule.
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Jun 2024Dr. Thornton is one of the best. Love her! She takes care of our whole family!
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Jun 2024Dr. Thornton and staff are the absolute best
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Jun 2024The staff is wonderful. Dr. Thornton has always been so kind. She listens to me and always makes me feel better emotionally and physically.
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Jun 2024Dr. Thornton is so compassionate and thorough. She truly cares about her patients and their physical and mental wellbeing. The support staff is extremely friendly and helpful.
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Jun 2024Dr Thornton always listens to my needs and takes the time to offer good practical advice.
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Jun 2024Dr. Thornton is the best. Erica and the rest of her staff are wonderful also. Very lucky to have Dr. Thornton as my primary care doctor!
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Jun 2024Dr. Thorton is always the best. She genuinely cares about all of her patients.
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Jun 2024Dr Thornton is so thorough and caring. The best!!
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Jun 2024Autumn hall is great! Efficient and warm. I love Dr Thornton!
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Jun 2024Dr Thornton is a trooper. She just had knee surgery but was back in duty to serve her patients. She is thorough and professional. I trust her completely.
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Jun 2024Love Dr. Thornton and her staff always friendly and caring to your needs.
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Jun 2024I have nothing but praise for Dr. Thornton, her assistant, Erica, and the entire staff. Every visit exceeds my expectations for my health care. At this visit, Carole, at the Autumn Hall office front desk helped me out greatly by finding a local CVS that actually had the medication I needed to begin immediately. She did me a great service when I really needed some help and wasn't quite up to the task.
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Jun 2024Dr. Thornton and her staff are the best.
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Jun 2024Dr Thornton is a wonderful, caring knowledgeable doctor. I look forward to our appointments!
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Jun 2024I just love Dr Thornton
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May 2024Very appreciative of Dr Thortons dedication to high quality care. She exemplifies professionalism and authentic compassionate care
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May 2024Dr. Thorntin is the best most personal doctor I have ever had. And she has guided me through a healing journey to my best health.
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May 2024Dr. Thornton is awesome.
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May 2024As always, Dr Thornton & her assistant Erica were Amazing! Answered all my questions & we’re very helpful. Upon entering the office though, think it Would be nice to at least be acknoledged, (even w/ a nod) & not kept waiting while someone continues To read her computer screen? Just a nod, good morning or “be w/ you in a moment” Would have helped calm my white coat syndrone. Lol
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May 2024Dr. Thornton and her clinical assistant, Erika, are the the best I've ever had!
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May 2024The building air conditioning system was down and there were temporary units that were very loud and annoying. If you are renting that building, you should be in the landlords face regarding the HVAC issues.
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May 2024I travel from N Myrtle Beach SC to see Dr Dawn Thornton because I am in better health with her care than I have ever been in my life. She works with me to develop a plan and I trust her implicitly.
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May 2024I love Dr. Thornton and the entire staff. I have been seeing them a few years now, and I have nothing but great things to say about the care I receive. The entire staff is very professional and always treat me with the greatest respect. They always listen to my concerns and address any issues I may have.
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May 2024Dr. Thorton is one of the best Providers in Wilmington !! She cares so much about my welfare.. She works with me to get best results . Who comes back to taking care of Pts. 3 weeks after knee surgery! She is dedicated!! Don't let her ever leave she is so needed in this area where we need more Providers better Hospital care too!!
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May 2024Dr. Thornton is very thorough, knowledgeable and professional. I really like her as my doctor! Nurse Sandy was also top notch and the admin Denise was great as well.
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May 2024Dr Thorton is an amazing physician.
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May 2024Although I had to wait months for an appointment I was so very happy with my new pcp. She is a very caring and kind woman and I know I will be taken excellent care of because of dr Thornton.
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May 2024Very good service
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May 2024Dr Thornton is one of the best Drs I have ever had . She truly cares about me and my health .. she is worth driving over the bridge for …
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Jan 2024Dr. Thornton is an amazing physician!
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Jan 2024I confirmed an 8:45 am telehealth appointment three days prior. I was sent an email the morning of with a change to 8:15 am on my end, but was not connected until 8:47 am, resulting in me sitting online for approximately 40 minutes. I called the front desk and they just replied they hadn't made the change.
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Jan 2024I always have a blast when visiting the good Dr. Thornton, and the entire staff at the medical facility.
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Jan 2024Great service! In and out quickly.
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Jan 2024Everyone is so incredibly nice, helpful, and prompt. I feel very comfortable and trust them with my health.
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Jan 2024Still sneezing
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Jan 2024Dr Thornton & her nurse were fabulous!
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Jan 2024Dr. Thornton is a very thoughtful and kind person.
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Jan 2024It went very well
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Jan 2024I called that morning due to falling in the bath tub. Possible broken rib. Advised to come in at 215pm for tray
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Jan 2024I would like to have known more about what high blood pressure was I did not feel as if 138 is something to get myself all upset about a require a nerve bill to quiet down
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Jan 2024Dr. Thornton and her staff are top notch. She spends enough time with you until all needs are met, all questions answered and care plan discussed. Excellent care
Verified patient
Dec 2023Dr Thornton is excellent. She is kind very thorough with health problems. So glad I found her to be my primary care giver.
Verified patient
Dec 2023Dr. Thornton is such a professional and caring healthcare provider. She is one of only 3 doctors I trust in this area to provide exceptional care.
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Dec 2023Dr. Thornton is very thorough and a great doctor. I travel an hour to see her because I don't want to change docs.
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Dec 2023I could not be happier with the care I received from Dr Thornton and the entire staff. I was sick and was seen promptly. Would highly recommend her to anyone looking for quality care.
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Dec 2023So thankful for the staff and Dr. Thornton.
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Dec 2023I've been having a health problem for a long time and very encouraged by Dr Thornton that we'll get yo the bottom of it. She had new insights I had not considered and was very smart? Caring and supportive. Time will tell and I feel Dr Thornton has partnered with me to get me through this. Thank you Dr Thornton and Nurses!!
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Dec 2023Dr Thornton is an amazing physician!
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Dec 2023Dr. Thornton's nurse was also very friendly and understanding.
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Dec 2023Very satisfied
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Dec 2023I love Dr. Thornton. She listens, is nice and cares.
Verified patient
Dec 2023Dr. Thornton provides excellent care and pays close attention to my medical needs.
Verified patient
Dec 2023Dr. Dawn Thorton is one of the Smartest, caring Drs. In all of Wilmington ????I consider her and her staff an exception .. I cannot say that for the hospital !
Verified patient
Dec 2023Dr Thornton is one of the best Dr.s I've ever had. She truly cares about her patients and remembers our conversations.
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Dec 2023Love Dr. Thornton
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Dec 2023I'm grateful for the care received.
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Dec 2023I like how the office staff greet me and work with me.
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Nov 2023Dr Thornton is the best Dr I have ever had . She truly cares about my health I am very complicated and she addresses everyone of my needs. She checked in with my surgeon and make sure everything's going well.
Verified patient
Nov 2023I appreciated Dr Thornton doing a thorough review of My blood tests. She changed the mg of a meditation and explained why. She also listened carefully to My symptoms and prescribed a remedy with a referral to a specialist for an in depth evaluation. I feel fortunate to have Dr Thornton as my primary Physician.
Verified patient
Nov 2023Dr. Dawn Thornton is amazing, and the staff is always so helpful and friendly.
Verified patient
Nov 2023Provider is excellent, gives good guidance for my health, wellness and prevention. Superseded expectations, is positive and encouraging. Highly recommend this provider for PCP and internal medicine needs.
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Nov 2023Dr Thornton was caring and knowledgeable about my problem. I was relieved to get answers and help.
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Nov 2023Dr Thornton is a very knowledgeable and attentive doctor who cares about her patients.
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Nov 2023Very professional
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Nov 2023I got help when I needed it and didn't have to wait for an appointment. Thank you
Verified patient
Nov 2023Friendly staff always treat me so well. Dr. Dawn Thornton is the best doctor I have ever been a patient of, she is so personable and I love how much she cares.
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Nov 2023Excellent care.???
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Nov 2023Dr. Thornton and her MA Robin are always AMAZING and make me feel listened to and cared for. Such a great team!
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Nov 2023Dr. Dawn Thornton and her team are always professional and thorough
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Nov 2023I have never ever in the three years I have been going to Autumn Hall ever had a bad experience. My Dr. is The BEST. The Staff front office, lab and back office are always couteous, friendly and respectful.
Verified patient
Nov 2023Dr. Thornton has always been so empathetic, caring and attentive. Knowing that I'm not one to call in - unless I'm not in a good way. This time - I was in bad shape. Attacked by a mean, vicious virus - it took me down & out. I'm still not through the woods yet...but with Dr. Thornton by my side, I trust I'll get the care I need.
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Nov 2023I think Dr Thornton is one of the best doctors in this area. Highly recommend her
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Nov 2023I ENJOY being their.
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Nov 2023Dr Thornton and her team are excellent
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Nov 2023I hope it all stays the same
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Nov 2023Dr. Thornton is extremely kind and helpful to me. And so is her PA.
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Nov 2023Dr. Thornton is sensitive, knowledgeable, kind, and efficient, among so many other virtues. I am privileged to be her patient.
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Nov 2023Dr Thornton is the best!! Her nurse was equally as great. Office help were wonderful as well.
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Nov 2023I love Dr Thornton. She listen, explains and most of all cares about her patients. Pay her more!!!
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Nov 2023Dr. Thornton is a great doctor! So happy to be her patient.
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Nov 2023I love Dr. Thornton she is professional and I trust her with my care. She is comfortable to talk to and she is a great listener.
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Nov 2023Dr.Thornton is the best
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Nov 2023Dr. THORNTON is one of the best Drs. YOU have but she is over worked that's how you loose a good provider. You need to give some of your Hospitalist and Nurses in the ER some lesson on taking care of Pts and family my husband had 3 ER admission that all have Been nightmares especially one we just had. .. We will drive to Duke from now on !! I'm so disappointed in what's happened to NH ...
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Nov 2023We believe Dr Thornton is a compassionate and caring PCP.
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Nov 20233 team members missed that lab work was ordered so it was not done even when I questioned it.
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Oct 2023Love Dr Thornton and her team
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Oct 2023Dr Thornton and her staff are absolutely phenomenal! Dr Thornton and Erika are truly the best!!!!!!!
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Oct 2023I always enjoy my visits with Dr Thornton . She is great.
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Oct 2023Dr. Thornton is such a wonderful, caring physician that really genuinely listens to me and my concerns and addresses them! She and her staff make me feel very comfortable to discuss all of my questions! I have already recommended Dr.Thornton and her staff to several of my friends and they too have been very pleased!
Verified patient
Oct 2023Amazing team. I would give Dr Thorton a raise.
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Oct 2023I love the provider the staff is awesome Dr Dawn Thornton
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Oct 2023Easy and efficient.
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Oct 2023Dr Thornton seems really interested in me and my issues. She is unhurried and hits all the bases.
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Oct 2023Waited over hour for appointment
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Oct 2023I am very happy with Dr Thornton! She is so caring.
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Oct 2023Dr Thornton is thorough. Exceeding the level of care previously provided. Having addressed multiple health issues, making necessary changes to medication, I feel confident my health will improve in her care.
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Oct 2023Dawn Thornton and her team are the best! I feel so lucky to have such wonderful people to care for me
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Oct 2023Appreciate Dr. Thornton fitting me into her busy schedule and taking the time with me.
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Oct 2023Dr. Thorton is just an exceptional Physician
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Oct 2023Dr Thornton listens carefully to my concerns and does a great job of answering my questions and explaining new treatments to me
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Oct 2023Quite acceptable! I like Dr. Thornton and like her as my primary physician.
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Oct 2023I have already referred all of my extended family members to my primary care doctor and her team. That is how much I believe and trust.
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Oct 2023I always receive professional and thorough care.
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Oct 2023Everyone in the office was very kind and caring towards me. I got the results of the two biopsies a couple of days after my visit.
Verified patient
Oct 2023Dr.Thornton is one of the most caring doctors. She always takes the time to listen to your health issues. If I have a question when I am not at an appointment. I use MyChart and I always get a prompt reply. Check In staff are very nice. When checking out the girl was very nice. She greeted me with a smile.
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Oct 2023Dr Thornton is such a caring physician. She is so truly interested in her patients. It's nice to have her in your corner.
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Oct 2023Dr. Thornton and her team are fantastic
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Oct 2023The staff is wonderful.
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Oct 2023Everything was very efficient and I was very satisfied . I am now waiting for test results that should get today. Staff were all very nice and promptly took care of my visit
Verified patient
Oct 2023Dr. Thornton is the BEST doctor in the Novant network. She is knowledgeable Listens , always knows when it's time for tests and so personable. Her staff is just as great. They answer messages on my chart so fast She is a tremendous asset to Novant
Verified patient
Oct 2023I trust Dr. Thornton never had a caring Doctor like her before.
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Oct 2023Great staff!!
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Oct 2023Good Doctors visit with a great team!
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Oct 2023Dr Thornton is brilliant, compassionate and caring. I have complete trust in her judgement and like her personally. She and her staff are lovely and very efficient. Unlike other offices I've been to, I never feel rushed or that they are rushing.
Verified patient
Oct 2023Best Dr.s office & staff I have ever had.
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Oct 2023Dr. Thornton and her staff are always attentive and caring. It's a gift.
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Oct 2023Dr Thornton's a super Internest. I've recommended her to several friends.
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Oct 2023Love, love, LOVE Dr. Thornton. She cares about her patients. She listens, asks if I have any questions. Offers suggestions when needed. I admire and respect her, I trust her implicitly with my health care. She is a true professional.
Verified patient
Oct 2023Dr Thornton is wonderful
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Location
Wheelchair accessible
510 Carolina Bay Drive, Suite 110
Wilmington, NC 28403
Phone: 910-662-6000
Fax: 910-550-3787