Dr. John William Thornton, MD

Dr. John Thornton is a cardiologist who specializes in cardiovascular disease and internal medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine and completed his residency at the United States Army Medical Center. With over five decades of medical practice, Dr. Thornton brings extensive experience to his cardiovascular specialty. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Thornton practices at multiple locations in Augusta, Georgia, and maintains an affiliation with Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center. His clinical expertise includes treating serious heart conditions such as coronary artery disease and coronary artery disease specifically in women. He also provides care for patients with cirrhosis. Dr. Thornton performs cardiac catheterization procedures and incorporates physical therapy and strength training into patient care plans. Patients have given him an average rating of 2.2 out of 5 stars.