Summary

Dr. Thornton specializes in musculoskeletal and spine interventions, vertebral compression fractures and bone pain using vertebroplasty. You must have a referral from your primary care physician when making an appointment with Dr. Thornton. Dr. Thornton is also the Chief of Radiology at Progress West HealthCare. Recognized as a "Best Doctor in America" in the 2010 issue of St. Louis Magazine.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 32 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Missouri-Kansas City School Of Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Christopher O Thornton has 2 locations

Mallinckrodt Institute Of Radiology

510 S Kingshighway BlvdSaint Louis, MO 63110
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Missouri Baptist Sullivan Hospital

751 Sappington Bridge RdSullivan, MO 63080

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Accepts New Patients
32 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Saint Louis , MOSaint Louis , MODallas , TXSaint Louis , MO
Med School: University Of Missouri-Kansas City School Of Medicine Med School: LOYOLA UNIVERSITY CHICAGO STRITCH SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Med School: University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Christopher O Thornton

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Christopher O Thornton has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Christopher O Thornton has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • CT Scan
  • MRI
  • PET Scan
  • Ultrasound
  • Vertebroplasty (Kyphoplasty)
  • X-Ray

Certifications, License, & Education

32 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Missouri, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Missouri-Kansas City School Of MedicineGraduated in 1994

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Christopher Thornton's office located?
Dr. Christopher Thornton's office is located at 510 S Kingshighway Blvd, Saint Louis, MO, 63110.
Which hospitals is Dr. Christopher Thornton affiliated with?
Dr. Christopher Thornton is affiliated with Missouri Baptist Medical Center, Missouri Baptist Sullivan Hospital, and Select Specialty Hospital Town And Country.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher Thornton?
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Does Dr. Christopher Thornton accept my insurance?
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Does Dr. Christopher Thornton accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Christopher Thornton has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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