Summary

Dr. Christine Thorburn specializes in rheumatology, focusing on conditions that affect the joints, muscles, and connective tissues. They completed their medical education at Stanford University School of Medicine and continued their training there for residency. Dr. Thorburn is fluent in Spanish and Chinese, allowing them to communicate effectively with a diverse patient population.

Dr. Thorburn practices at Sequoia Hospital and sees patients at the Palo Alto Center in Palo Alto, California. They treat conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and back pain in both pregnant women and younger patients including children and teens. Their approach to care includes physical therapy, manual therapy, and strength training to help patients manage their conditions and improve mobility. Patients have given Dr. Thorburn an average rating of 3.9 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

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

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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RheumatologyRheumatologyRheumatologyRheumatology
Accepts New Patients
3.9 
9 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Chinese
Palo Alto , CASanta Clara , CAPalo Alto , CAStanford , CA
Med School: Stanford University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School Med School: Kasturba Medical College Manipal Med School: Universidad De Chile Facultad De Medicina
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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

Stanford University School Of Medicine

Medical School

Stanford University School Of Medicine

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.
What languages does Dr Christine Thorburn speak?
Dr Christine Thorburn speaks Spanish and Chinese.
Is Dr Christine Thorburn accepting new patients?
Dr Christine Thorburn is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr Christine Thorburn's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
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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