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Dr. Charles A Thornton MD, Neurologist
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Dr. Charles A Thornton MD

Neurologist | Vascular Neurology

4/5(4)
601 Elmwood Ave Box 278984 Rochester NY, 14642
Rating

4/5

About

Dr. Charles Thornton is a distinguished Neurologist in Rochester, NY. Dr. Thornton specializes in diagnosing, treating, and managing disorders of the brain and nervous system. With expertise in handling complex conditions like epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, and migraines, Dr. Thornton employs advanced techniques and personalized treatment plans to improve patient outcomes. As a neurologist, Dr. Thornton is committed to staying abreast of the latest developments in neurological research and therapies.

Education and Training

Univ Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia 1981

University of Ia Roy J & L Carver Com 1981

Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas 1981

Board Certification

Psychiatry and NeurologyAmerican Board of Psychiatry and NeurologyABPN

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 37 years of experience

Treatments

  • Muscular Dystrophy
  • Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (als)

Professional Memberships

  • Fellow 2005- American Academy of Neurology 
  • Member Scientific Advisory Board, Senator Paul D Wellstone Muscular Dystrophy Cooperative Research Center  2006 
  • Member American Society of Gene Therapy  2008 

Dr. Charles A Thornton MD's Practice location

Practice At 601 Elmwood Ave Box 278984

601 Elmwood Ave Box 278984 -
Rochester, NY 14642
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New patients: 585-275-5178, 585-275-2542, 585-424-6490
Fax: 585-273-1255, 585-227-2550

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Dr. Charles A Thornton MD has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 4 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Neurologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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