Summary

Dr. John Thornton is a cardiovascular disease specialist with additional training in 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 in medicine, Dr. Thornton brings extensive clinical experience to his practice. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Thornton practices at multiple locations in Augusta, Georgia, and is affiliated with Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center. He treats patients with complex heart conditions, including coronary artery disease and coronary artery disease specifically affecting women. His expertise extends to caring for patients with cirrhosis as well. 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 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 2.2
  • 53 years of experience
  • 6 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • United States Army Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 16 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. John William Thornton has 3 locations

Augusta University Medical Center

1120 15th StAugusta, GA 30912

Augusta University Cardiac Surgery

1003 Chafee AveAugusta, GA 30904
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

AU Medical Center

1120 15th St Ba 8412Augusta, GA 30912

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Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseAnesthesiologyCritical Care Medicine
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2.2 
53 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Hindi
Augusta , GAWinter Park , FLAugusta , GABaltimore , MD
Med School: UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHAPEL HILL SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Med School: New York Medical College Med School: Medical College Of Georgia At Augusta University Med School: The Brody School Of Medicine At East Carolina University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John William Thornton

  • Aetna
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. John William Thornton has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John William Thornton has the following 16 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Hypertension
  • Internal Medicine
  • Stroke
  • Sudden Cardiac Death
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

53 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

United States Army Medical Center

Medical School

UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHAPEL HILL SCHOOL OF MEDICINEGraduated in 1974
University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of MedicineGraduated in 1973

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Dr. John Thornton is affiliated with Wellstar Mcg Health Medical Center.
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