Summary

Dr. Christine Thorburn specializes in rheumatology, focusing on conditions that affect the joints, muscles, and immune system. They earned their medical degree from Stanford University School of Medicine and completed their residency training at the same prestigious institution. Dr. Thorburn is fluent in Chinese and Spanish, allowing them to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Thorburn practices at Sequoia Hospital and sees patients at the Palo Alto Center in Palo Alto, California. They treat patients with osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and psoriasis. Their procedural expertise includes bursa aspiration, bursa injection, and arthrocentesis to help diagnose and treat joint conditions. Patients have given Dr. Thorburn an average rating of 3.9 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.9
  • 36 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Chinese, Spanish
  • Stanford University School Of Medicine
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Palo Alto Center

795 El Camino RealPalo Alto, CA 94301
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr Christine M. Thorburn, MDDr. Richard Kihyun KimDr. Srijana DavuluriDr. M J Whitehouse
RheumatologyNeurologyRheumatologyInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients
3.9 
28 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience 56 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Chinese, Spanish
Palo Alto , CARedwood City , CAStanford , CABurlingame , CA
Med School: Stanford University School Of Medicine Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine Med School: Siddhartha Medical College Med School: University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr Christine M. Thorburn

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicare
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Hawaii Medical Service Association (HMSA)
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Mateo
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Stanford Health Care Advantage
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN) - HMO
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Valley Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr Christine M. Thorburn has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr Christine M. Thorburn has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Gout
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Lupus
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Rheumatic Diseases
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Tendinitis

Certifications, License, & Education

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Stanford University School Of Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from Stanford University School Of Medicine.

NPI Number

Dr Thorburn's NPI number is 1659473726.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Dr Christine Thorburn?
You can find contact information for Dr Christine Thorburn here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Dr Christine Thorburn affiliated with?
Dr Christine Thorburn is affiliated with Sequoia Hospital.
Where is Dr Christine Thorburn's office located?
Dr Christine Thorburn's office is located at 795 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA, 94301.
Does Dr Christine Thorburn accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr Christine Thorburn accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr Christine Thorburn accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr Christine Thorburn has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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