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Caroline Thornton, MD

4.9

319 ratings

Medical doctor (MD)

Dermatology

(board certified)

Medical Group

Sharp Rees-Stealy

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Sharp Rees-Stealy Rancho Bernardo

858-521-2393
Fax: 858-521-2017

16899 W. Bernardo Drive
Floor 3
San Diego, CA 92127-1603

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  1. Sharp Rees-Stealy Rancho Bernardo

    16899 W. Bernardo Drive
    Floor 3
    San Diego, CA 92127-1603
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    858-521-2393
    Fax: 858-521-2017

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About Caroline Thornton, MD

In practice since: 1996
Gender: Female
Languages: English, Spanish

Education

University of California, San Francisco: Fellowship
University of California, San Diego: Medical School
University of California, San Diego: Residency
Mayo Clinic: Internship

NPI

1245341882

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Insurance plans accepted

Caroline Thornton, MD, accepts 36 health insurance plans.

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Ratings and reviews

4.9

319 ratings

Patient ratings

Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition

4.9

Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries

4.9

Provider included you in decisions

4.9

Likelihood of your recommending this care provider to others

4.9

Provider discussed treatment options

4.9

Patient reviews

Verified Patient

January 29, 2025

5.0

Dr. Thornton is very professional & easy to relate to.

Verified Patient

January 21, 2025

5.0

Dr. Caroline Thorton is efficient, focused, and pleasant.

Verified Patient

January 20, 2025

5.0

Great advice!

Verified Patient

January 18, 2025

5.0

Thorough, efficient, patient, caring, friendly

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