Dr. Karen Elaine Thornton MD
Family Practitioner
330 W 58th St Suite 413 New York NY, 10019About
Dr. Karen Thornton is a family practitioner practicing in New York, NY. Dr. Thornton specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Thornton possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Education and Training
Temple Univ Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa 1989
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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