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Dr. Michael Thornton, MD

Dr. Michael Thornton, MD

Family Medicine*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Thornton, MD is a family medicine physician in Sycamore, IL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 1982. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center and Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital. He is not accepting new patients.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 53 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (53 reviews)

Practice

954 W State St Sycamore, IL 60178
(815) 895-9144
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Dr. Thornton is a patient favorite Family Medicine Physician

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  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Thornton specializes in the area of Family Practice. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
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  • 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

4.8
53 ratings, 45 with a written review
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Happy retirement, Dr. Thornton! We will miss you! But we wish you the best!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Oct 01, 2023
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Care, compassion, humor, honesty.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Larry Nordstrom – Sep 23, 2023
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My experience with Dr. Thornton was fine. My experience with the front end staff that schedules appointments did not go well. I have been a patient for over 40 years, along with my wife and three children. We will not return to Prairie Health once Dr. Thornton retires.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
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Aug 31, 2023
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I have and will recommend him. He’s very caring.
His attention to details and memory of past questions. Practical advice and a warm smile. While he has a wealth of knowledge, he doesn't talk down to you.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Tom – Jun 29, 2023
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Wonderful Dr
So caring and listens to everything that was said. Will be sad to see him leave. Have always respected and like him as my physician.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Mike Mitchell – Jun 08, 2023
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To bad he's retiring
An excellent doctor who listens to patients and pays attention. Not rushed, he takes as much time as necessary.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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May 24, 2023
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Cares About the Person
Annual physical. The review title says it all.
What went well
  • 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
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Feb 23, 2023
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Dr. Thornton is always kind, patient and attentive to the needs of his patients.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Chalene Couris – Jan 21, 2023
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Great Annual Physical!
My annual physical was thorough and informative. Dr. Thornton was knowledgeable about my health history and took the time to ask appropriate questions to assess what may have changed since the last checkup. I also appreciated him explaining the results of the bloodwork and EKG that was done, in layman's terms. Professional, personable and pleasant - what anyone would hope to find in their personal physician.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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One satisfied patient – Dec 09, 2022
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Very *******
Dr. Thornton always shows concern for my health and he always has tie to answer all my questions.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Earl Mecklenburg – Nov 12, 2022
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Dr visit
Great doctor great visit
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Oct 12, 2022
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Tells it to me straight
Dr Thornton is easy to talk with. If I ask for more details, he explains things with understanding, not ridicule. I appreciate his opinions and his broad knowledge and experience.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Mr B – Sep 20, 2022
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Dr Thornton
Dr Thornton is a top notch MD. He is thorough, knowledgeable and caring.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Aug 31, 2022
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Yearly Physical
Dr. Thornton is a wonderful man and a great doctor. He takes the time to explain all the questions one may have, and is very professional. I am happy he is my family doctor and I would recommend him to anyone.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Robert Unger – Jul 07, 2022
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My visit was very good!! He listens! He answers all my questions! He has a soothing voice!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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June Tritt – Jun 25, 2022
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Caring physician
He listens well and follows up on concerns
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Geoff Gordon – May 21, 2022
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Doctor took his time and listened to our concerns. Explains everything very well. No rush very patient and caring!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Jeff – May 06, 2022
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I have always have an excellent experience whenever I see Dr. Thornton. It is obvious that he has a genuine concern for his patients. Dr. Thornton always takes time to listen to and address any questions or concerns. I have always felt comfortable in asking anything in regards to my health. He has a very relaxed and caring approach, which always sets me at ease.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Steven Ernest – Apr 19, 2022
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He always listens to whatever I want to say. Very attentive
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Apr 09, 2022
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Doc Thornton is the best in the biz!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Nov 18, 2021
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Dr. Michael Thornton, MD is a family medicine physician in Sycamore, IL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 1982. He is affiliated with medical facilities such...read more

  • Family Medicine

  • Hospice & Palliative Medicine

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  • West Suburban Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1985

  • University Of Illinois College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1982
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
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Patient Favorite Award

Dr. Thornton is a patient favorite Family Medicine Physician

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    Locations

    Practice

    Kishwaukee Medical Associates954 W State St Sycamore, IL 60178
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Edward Hospital-Main Campus

      801 S Washington St
      Naperville, IL 60540
      Recipient of 9
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

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

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

      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.

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      78%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital

      1 Kish Hospital Dr
      DeKalb, IL 60115
      Recipient of 5
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      View all awards

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

      89%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% higher than the national average

      80%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      5% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center

      5666 E State St
      Rockford, IL 61108
      Recipient of 10
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

      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.

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      76%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality