Summary

Dr. Russell Thornton is a family medicine physician who brings 36 years of experience to his osteopathic practice. He earned his medical degree from Western University Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific, where he trained in the comprehensive approach that osteopathic medicine provides. His dual specialty in family medicine and osteopathic medicine allows him to care for patients across all age groups while incorporating hands-on treatment techniques that address the whole person. Dr. Thornton communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Thornton practices at multiple locations throughout the Kansas City area, including Saint Joseph Medical Center in Kansas City and both Family Medical Clinic and Saint Mary's Medical Center in Blue Springs, Missouri. He has particular expertise in managing chronic lung conditions, including COPD and complex cases where patients have multiple health concerns alongside their lung disease. His treatment approach includes coordinating physical therapy for patients who need rehabilitation and providing infusion therapy when specialized medication delivery is required. Patients have given Dr. Thornton an average rating of 4.1 stars for his care.
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Quick Facts

  • 4.1
  • 36 years of experience
  • 26 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific
  • 10 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Russell Jay Thornton has 3 locations

Saint Joseph Medical Center

1000 Carondelet DrKansas City, MO 64114

Family Medical Clinic

1700 NW Mock AveBlue Springs, MO 64015
Mon7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

Saint Marys Medical Center

201 Nw R D Mize RdBlue Springs, MO 64014

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Med School: Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Russell Jay Thornton

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Assurant Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas City
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Russell Jay Thornton has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Russell Jay Thornton has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Osteopathic Medicine
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The PacificGraduated in 1990

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Where is Dr. Russell Thornton's office located?
Dr. Russell Thornton's office is located at 1000 Carondelet Dr, Kansas City, MO, 64114.
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