Summary

Dr. Candice Thornton treats pharyngitis, upper respiratory infections, and chronic cough, and performs COVID-19 testing and rapid strep testing. She practices internal medicine, adolescent medicine, and pediatrics, and has 17 years of experience. Dr. Thornton earned her medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. She is affiliated with Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital, Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center, Atrium Health Mercy, Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center, Frye Regional Medical Center, Baylor Scott and White Medical Center McKinney, Levine Children's Hospital, Methodist McKinney Hospital, Novant Health Hemby Children's Hospital, and Prisma Health Children's Hospital, and sees patients in McKinney, Texas, and Hickory, North Carolina.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 2.6
  • 17 years of experience
  • University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston
  • 3 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 10 hospital affiliations
  • 4 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Flexible scheduling

Office Locations

Dr. Candice Ann Thornton has 4 locations

Premier Care Internal Medicine Pa

3783 S Lake Forest Dr Ste 100McKinney, TX 75070
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Methodist Mckinney Hospital

8000 Eldorado PkwyMckinney, TX 75070

Frye Regional Medical Center

420 N Center StHickory, NC 28601

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No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
McKinney , TXMcKinney , TXPlano , TXFort Worth , TX
Med School: University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston Med School: University of North Texas Health Science Center - Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: University of Texas Medical School Med School: University of Benin, Bronx, NY
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Candice Ann Thornton

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Candice Ann Thornton has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Candice Ann Thornton has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Acne
  • Adolescent Medicine
  • Birth Control
  • Eating Disorders
  • Pediatrics
  • Sexually Transmitted Diseases
  • Substance Abuse

Certifications, License, & Education

17 Years Experience

Dr. Candice Ann Thornton holds an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston in 2009.

NPI Number

Dr. Thornton's NPI number is 1922235787.

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Which hospitals is Dr. Candice Thornton affiliated with?
Dr. Candice Thornton is affiliated with Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital, Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center, Atrium Health Mercy, Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center, Frye Regional Medical Center, Baylor Scott And White Medical Center Mckinney, Levine Childrens Hospital, Methodist Mckinney Hospital, Novant Health Hemby Childrens Hospital, and Prisma Health Childrens Hospital.
Where is Dr. Candice Thornton's office located?
Dr. Candice Thornton's office is located at 3783 S Lake Forest Dr Ste 100, McKinney, TX, 75070.
Does Dr. Candice Thornton accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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