Summary

Dr. Kristina Thornburg is a surgeon who specializes in general surgery with extensive training in osteopathic medicine. She earned her medical degree from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency training at Geisinger Medical Center in 2014. With 17 years of experience in surgical practice, Dr. Thornburg brings comprehensive expertise to patient care. She is fluent in English.

Dr. Thornburg practices at Geisinger St. Luke's General Surgery in Pottsville, Pennsylvania, and maintains hospital privileges at Lehigh Valley Hospital Schuylkill East Norwegian Street. Her surgical expertise includes treating ventral hernias and breast cancer, including metastatic or recurrent cases. She performs various diagnostic procedures such as mammograms and specialized breast imaging studies. Patients consistently rate her care highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 17 years of experience
  • 34 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Geisinger Medical Center
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Geisinger St. Luke’s General Surgery - Pottsville

2650 Woodglen Road Suite 300Pottsville, PA 17901
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 - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Med School: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Kristina M Thornburg

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth Caritas
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • Capital Blue Cross - Medicare
  • Cenpatico
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Prominence Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UPMC Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Kristina M Thornburg has the following specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

17 Years Experience

Kristina M Thornburg holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Geisinger Medical Center in 2014 and Geisinger Medical Center in 2010.

Medical School

Graduated from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2009.

NPI Number

Kristina M Thornburg's NPI number is 1033351069.

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Kristina Thornburg speaks English.
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Where is Kristina Thornburg's office located?
Kristina Thornburg's office is located at 2650 Woodglen Road Suite 300, Pottsville, PA, 17901.
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