Summary

Dr. Kristen Thornton specializes in geriatric medicine, family medicine, and hospice and palliative medicine, bringing comprehensive care to patients across all stages of life with particular expertise in caring for older adults and those facing serious illness. She earned her medical degree from Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth and completed her residency training at Monroe Community Hospital. With 21 years of clinical experience, Dr. Thornton has developed deep expertise in managing complex medical conditions and providing compassionate end-of-life care.

Dr. Thornton practices at multiple locations including facilities in New York and Rochester, New York, with affiliations at Highland Hospital, Strong Memorial Hospital, and Saint Marys Campus. She treats patients with chronic kidney disease, heart failure, and complex neurological conditions such as quadriplegia. Her practice includes performing electrocardiograms to monitor heart health and offering virtual care consultations for patient convenience. Patients consistently rate Dr. Thornton highly for her care, giving her an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • 4.7
  • 21 years of experience
  • 8 insurance plans accepted
  • Monroe Community Hospital
  • 6 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 5 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Kristen Leigh Thornton has 5 locations

Comprehensive Psychiatric Services

845 3RD AVE FL 6NEW YORK, NY 10022
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

Highland Hospital

1000 South AveRochester, NY 14620

Strong Memorial Hospital

601 Elmwood AveRochester, NY 14642

Saint Marys Campus

55 Genesee StRochester, NY 14611

Strong Memorial Hospital

601 Elmwood Ave Fl 5Rochester, NY 14642

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Dr. Kristen Leigh Thornton, MDDr. Perminder Dhillon, MDDr. Natasha C Mehta, MDDr. Jojo Joseph, MD
Geriatric MedicineGeriatric MedicineGeriatric MedicineAnesthesiology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.7 
3.5 
21 Years of Experience 50 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks French, English
NEW YORK , NYBrooklyn , NYNew York , NYSuffern , NY
Med School: Geisel School Of Medicine At Dartmouth Med School: Lala Lajpat Rai Memorial Medical College Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: Government Medical College Kottayam
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Kristen Leigh Thornton

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CDPHP
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Kristen Leigh Thornton has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Kristen Leigh Thornton has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Medicine
  • Family Planning
  • Hospice & Palliative Medicine
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

21 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Monroe Community Hospital

Medical School

Geisel School Of Medicine At DartmouthGraduated in 2005

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Where is Dr. Kristen Thornton's office located?
Dr. Kristen Thornton's office is located at 845 3RD AVE FL 6, NEW YORK, NY, 10022.
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