Dr. Lisha R. Thornton, MD | Hoover, AL | Internal Medicine

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Dr. Lisha Thornton is an internal medicine physician with 33 years of experience caring for adult patients. She earned her medical degree from the University of Mississippi School of Medicine and has built extensive expertise in managing complex medical conditions throughout her career. Dr. Thornton is fluent in both Russian and English, allowing her to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Thornton practices at multiple UAB locations, including UAB Hospital Birmingham, UAB Highlands, and UAB Women and Infants Center, with additional services in Hoover, Alabama. She specializes in treating high cholesterol in children and teens, hyperlipidemia, and joint pain. Her practice includes comprehensive blood work such as complete blood counts and general blood tests to monitor patient health. Patients consistently rate her highly, giving her an average score of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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4.5

21 Ratings
33 years of experience
speaks Russian, English
University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine
6 written reviews
1 specialty
7 areas of expertise
1 board certification
3 hospital affiliations
3 office locations
Female

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I start seeing Dr Thorton around 2007 ... I am not sure what happened but her service is now horrible. She was my favorite doctor at one time. You expect to see your general physician when you go in ... not schedule an appointment with her and you are passed around to different doctors in the office. I am highly disappointed. I could not even get a response from this doctor for pertinent questions. I am not sure what happened with this doctor's service. She no longer connects with her patients and you will never see her after your initial visit.

April 25th, 2020

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Dr Thornton took all the time we needed. She is very caring and thorough.

September 25th, 2018

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She was quick to see me and very accurate with her diagnosis.

March 30th, 2016

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Dr. Thornton is very compassionate and caring. I hate to get sick, but she takes the "pain" out of a trip to the doctor's office. She is so kind and has a delightful bedside manner. She is thorough and professional and gives excellent care.

January 9th, 2012

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She really takes time with her patients. That is really important when you look at the warehouse effect of doctors.

January 9th, 2012

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What can I say about Dr. Thornton...She is the best Physician anyone can get...very understanding and kind...She is our family physician and she is like family to us...Dr. Thornton is very methodical and she makes sure that no stone is left unturned before arriving at a diagnosis...I think her greatest strength is her ability to identify with the patient's fears, apprehension and inhibitions and to put people at ease...She is the one of the best...a true angel...wish her a long life and lots of healing grace.. :)

April 11th, 2011

Hoover Primary And Specialty Care

501 Emery Dr WHoover, AL 35244

Tel: (205) 989-7254

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

Uab Highlands

1201 11th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205

Tel: (205) 939-4939

Uab Hospital Birmingham

1802 6th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233

Tel: (205) 934-3411


Dr. Lisha Rene Thornton, MD	Dr. Anita Varkey, MD	Dr. Joseph H. Wu, MD	Eric Harker
Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine
		Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.5 (21 Ratings)	5 (2 Ratings)	4.5 (24 Ratings)	3.9 (7 Ratings)
33 Years of Experience	31 Years of Experience	24 Years of Experience	25 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Russian, English	Speaks English	Speaks English, Chinese (Mandarin)	Speaks English
Hoover , AL	Augusta , GA	Birmingham , AL	Lyons , CO
Med School: University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine	Med School: Medical College of Wisconsin	Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine	Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine
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Internal Medicine

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MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Alabama, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Mississippi School Of MedicineGraduated in 1993

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Which hospitals is Dr. Lisha Thornton affiliated with?: Dr. Lisha Thornton is affiliated with Uab Hospital Birmingham, Uab Highlands, and Uab Women And Infants Center.
Where is Dr. Lisha Thornton's office located?: Dr. Lisha Thornton's office is located at 501 Emery Dr W, Hoover, AL, 35244.
What languages does Dr. Lisha Thornton speak?: Dr. Lisha Thornton speaks Russian and English.

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