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Dr. Karen Thornton, MD

Dr. Karen Thornton, MD

Family Medicine*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Karen Thornton, MD is a family medicine physician in New York, NY and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Temple University Lewis Katz School of Medicine in 1989. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mount Sinai Morningside and New York-Presbyterian Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.8 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 2.8 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

344 W 51st St New York, NY 10019
Telehealth available
(212) 581-7767

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Thornton specializes in the area of Family Practice. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Thornton's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Thornton

2.8

12 ratings, 2 with a written review
5 Star
42%
42%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
17%
17%
1 Star
42%
42%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Izzy in New york, NY – Jun 29, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Steved in New York, NY – Nov 08, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Karen Thornton, MD is a family medicine physician in New York, NY and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Temple University Lewis Katz School of Medicine in 1989. She is affiliated with medical facilities...read more

  • Family Medicine

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  • Temple University Hospital

    Residency Hospital

  • St Francis Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1993

  • University Hospital Of Cleveland

    Residency Hospital, 1990

  • Temple University Lewis Katz School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1989
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
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Family Practice
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Locations

Practice

Karen E Thornton MD PC344 W 51st St New York, NY 10019
1
Andrew Glyptis MD PC330 W 58th St Ste 413 New York, NY 10019
2
Office154 Main Ave Passaic, NJ 07055
3
Office2718 Mermaid Ave Brooklyn, NY 11224
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • New York-Presbyterian Hospital

    525 E 68th St
    New York, NY 10065
    Recipient of 28
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback

  • Clark Fork Valley Hospital

    10 Kruger Rd
    Plains, MT 59859

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    86%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    9% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Mount Sinai Morningside

    1111 Amsterdam Ave
    New York, NY 10025
    Recipient of 24
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    79%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% lower than the national average

    72%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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