David Thornton, MD

Honestly, probably the best primary care experience I've had. Dr. Thornton is attentive, explains things very well, asked my opinion on things, I never felt rushed and felt very heard and seen.

I felt like the reason I made appt for was quickly overlooked and more focused on my weight I left visit confused

Beyond expectation

I have told many of my friends about my doctor and how very happy I am.

Dr. Thornton did a good job of making my input feel valued. He took the time to listen and is very knowledgeable of my concerns. I highly recommend.

Excellent Doctor

This was my first Medicare Yearly Wellness visit with Dr. Thornton. He listened, was very thorough and made useful suggestions.

I have recommended Dr Thornton to two others.

I have recommended Dr Thornton to several people.

Very impressive sharp doctor!

I highly recommend Dr Thornton

Dr. Thornton is very good with testing, explanations, and recommendations. His style is not for everyone

Dr Thornton is professional, competent, and personable

Dr. Thornton takes the time to listen, explain, and provide his recommendations. In my opinion, it does not get better than this. Dr. Thornton was able to take the time to call the pharmacy during our appointment to see if they were able to meet my requests. I have never received this level of care prior to seeing Dr. Thornton and cannot be any happier!

I have already asked my husband to switch to Dr. Thornton, to be his primary doctor.

Could have been more focused in responses as at times responses were scattered.

Dr. Thornton is the most genuine physician I've seen in a long time He really listens to his patients and I felt like he had time for me -he was not rushed. This is why I did not mind waiting. I realized he listens to everyone.

I am so grateful for the way Dr. Thornton immediately made me feel that I could share all my concerns with him honestly and that he'd respond with respect and genuine concern. Im so grateful to have a physician who is not only competent but caring, communicates well and inspires to work together to improve the quality of my overall mental as well as physical health.

My wife and I absolutely love Dr Thornton! He has changed the trajectory of our health in a short time! We are much healthier today than we were when we first started seeing him.

Dr. Thornton listened to my concerns very well and he made sure I was involved in every aspect of my appointment.

Dr Thornton is an outstanding Doctor. He shows great interest in my health and care!

Excellent

In seven decades, this doctor is the best I have met. His breadth of knowledge is astounding.

Dr Thornton is great, very impressed with my initial intake and look forward to having my physical in a few months

Dr. Thornton is an incredible provider. Research-based, attentive to questions, reassuring about progress, and amazingly kind. I feel so lucky to be a part of his practice.

Dr. Thornton is incredible!

I am absolutely thrilled to have Dr. Thornton as my new doctor! Wow! SO Happy !!!

Dr. Thornton is very patient focused and engaging.

I am very grateful for Dr. Thornton. I feel like he genuinely cares about me and my well-being. I feel he is able to see the long picture regarding my health and recommend what's best for today, tomorrow, and down the road. I am grateful for his expertise and compassion.

Dr. Thornton is the best doctor I have ever seen in my fifty years. Dr. Thornton is a one in a million doctor. Northern Arizona Healthcare should work to keep Dr. Thornton. His bedside manor second to none. His knowledge base and ability to explain my health is also second to none!

My interactions with the doctor are always positive, and I appreciate his ability to respond quickly to my needs and requests.

Good

Great

I was pleased with this doctor explaining every concern.

I refer my friends to Dr Thornton

Dr. Thornton was excellent! In all ways!

Dr. Thornton came highly recommended. He was prompt, professional and extremely knowledgeable and he is so comfortable to talk to. He took the time to really dive deep, hear and listen to my concerns and provide direct and honest guidance as to how to proceed. Dr. Thornton and his team made this appointment a wonderful experience. His ability to break things down in a fashion that was clear yet precisely what I needed to hear and after feeling discouraged and misled from other providers here in town. Left with tears of joy and an incredibly heavy weight lifted off my shoulders.

Really good

Very positive experience

Doctor Thornton was awesome! By far the best doctor I've ever been to. He made the experience enjoyable, and his level of understanding and knowledge is unparalleled.

Dr. Thornton was excellent.

My husband and I really like Dr. Thornton.

Appreciate the explanations about my health concerns.

I consider doctor Thornton, to be one of the finest doctors I've ever had the pleasure to be associated with. He listens patiently, he recommends thoughtfully and without a doubt, he is the most knowledgeable position I've ever had the pleasure of knowing.

I recommend Doctor David Thornton to everyone! I have never recommended a doctor before he is the first and in my mind The best

I don't know who is doing the questioning but do you have any idea how good Dr Thornton is??? I wish all my docs could take lessons on how to treat there patients from Dr T

I'd recommend others for Dr. Thornton.

Dr. Thornton was very pleasant and listened well to my concerns . He thoroughly went over his proposed treatment plan for my health . I'm very grateful to have him as my primary physician !

Very knowledgeable!

Dr Thornton is great

Doc was exactly who I was looking for. He's progressive and understands the concerns of this generation. Couldn't be happier after years of doctors out of touch with how I like to approach my health and longevity.

Dr Thornton has a very positive attitude and is a pleasure to work with.

He was attentive to Behavioral Health Diagnoses, and discussed medications for each.

A+

This was the best doctor visit i've ever had in my life. Dr. Thornton was intelligent. He quickly and clearly explained things so that I could make good decisions about how to manage my health in a really excellent way.

Dr Thornton is an excellent doctor, so thorough, explains everything clearly, listens to me and suggests solutions that can be done.I am very impressed with this doctor.

Dr. Thornton is the best i've ever had in my 64 years.

Recommending to friends

He's excellent

My sister needs to go to him.

I have referred 3 other family members.

I felt like I was the top priority and not being dismissed because of time metrics. It was the best dr visit I have ever experienced

He is amazing at what he does.

Dr Thornton was really incredible. His questions about lifestyle, exercise, food consumption and type / quality, sleep, and so on was really refreshing - and our dialogue about expanded bloodwork and the various options and what we would learn from them was great! I have already recommended him to others.

He was good.

Had a very good experience. I was put at ease concerning my condition. Very good explanation and a lot of great information.

Excellent visit

Dr. Thornton remains an incredible provider. His ability to problem-solve all situations is beyond measure. He never gives up. I am so lucky to have him as my provider.

Dr. Thornton listens to my concerns thoroughly, he takes the time to explain recommendations, and personalizes treatment in a way that makes me feel empowered, informed and supported. I look forward to my visits with him, and I am so grateful!

Dr Thornton was absolutely amazing.

Overall outstanding physician.

Dr Thornton was the best primary care appointment I've ever had. He was personable, listened to me, explained things throughly- including a drawing . He recommended books to read to help empower me in my own health care. He is proactive with running a variety of tests and blood panels to establish a true baseline of where my health is currently. He focus on prevention vs waiting until I am sick needing treatment was beyond refreshing. This is true health care.not just prescribing medications and treating symptoms . I truly felt like he cares about my health and wants to educate me on what I can do to enhance it along with offering up thoughts of supplements, exercise, medication, etc. I can only hope that more doctors are able to be as forward thinking and shifting our health care to more prevention than reaction.

Dr Thornton is wonderful. He listens, offers insights, and really focuses on what's going on.

Dr. Thornton listens.

I have already been recommending this provider to family since my visit. I've never been so well cared for by a PCP. He was very thorough. Explained everything exceptionally well and believe this is the perfect PCP for me. He represents the very best medicine has to offer.

First time with Dr Thornton. Very impressed with him. Excellent experience, takes his time explaining and listings to what you are saying. I hope he's here to stay.

I've already recommended Dr. Thornton to multiple other friends that have gone to see him.

Dr Thornton really respected my holistic approach and took the time to really explain things for me and meet me where I was at with my holistic approach to medical treatment. He was very informed in alternatives and took the time to do product research for me.

Very informative and polite

Dr Thornton was great. We really appreciate his time

Spent 45 minutes with me. Excellent.

Excellent

Dr. Thornton is an excellent match to my health needs and maintaining an active lifestyle

This was an on-boarding meeting with Dr. Thornton. I really enjoyed talking to the doctor and feel like he is focused on my health and wellbeing.

Best Doctor I've had for years

I was really nervous about meeting a new primary care physician but that was quickly ended with the first handshake. I recall Dr. Thornton to be very pleasant to discuss my situation to and was greatly impressed with his knowledge and insight. I am very much at ease trusting my care to him so far.

Good Visit

My visit w Dr Thornton was excellent!!! He listened to what I said and explained everything he told me very succinctly. He has a great"bed side manner".

Dr. Thornton listened and shared with great balance leaving me motivated to achieve my health goals.

Dr. Thornton was probably the best doctor I have ever seen in my entire life. I give him a 10 out of 10 stars.

Very happy with Dr Thornton! Excellent interview and discussion on my issues.

I had my first visit with Dr. David Thornton and was very impressed. He took the time to answer all my questions in detail, even drawing a diagram to make things clearer. I never felt rushed. he made me feel like my health was his priority. We discussed blood work, and he carefully explained the different tests and what mattered most for me. Dr. Thornton is knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely focused on optimizing health. I'm glad to have him as my primary care doctor.

He's the best I've ever had in Arizona.

My experiences with Dr. Thornton are the most positive interactions I've ever had with a medical professional.

Great doctor. I hope NAH can keep him.

Seemed more interested in bragging about himself?

I will be recommending Dr. Thornton to everyone. Amazing Doc and we are so fortunate to have him at NAH! Truly focused on wellness and education!

I absolutely love seeing Dr. Thornton. He takes healthcare back to the basics and tries to get to the root of the problem rather than masking a problem with medications. I love his holistic approach to medicine and the time he takes with his patients. He teaches the patient and also listens.

Dr. Thornton is a very empathetic and caring physician.

Dr. Thornton is able to talk to me about specific issues and chronic issues, but also really emphasizes overall health and what I can do proactively to stay healthy and avoid illness and age-related issues. Really appreciate his approach--very refreshing after years of just minimal attention to overall health

I have recommended many family and friends to Dr Thornton. Everyone loves him. Hopefully he is just the beginning of the wave of physicians of the future. He is so present and just going through the motions to get through the day. He uses his mind and listens. He is continually learning. He's amazing!

Thorough with checking through my various ongoing conditions and providing guidance on treatments.

I am familiar with Dr. Thornton as my partner goes to him and I am impressed with his professionalism, knowledge and healthcare that is forward thinking regarding exercise and it's benefits. He is enthusiastic and cares about the patients well being.

Positive experience

Exceptional Care and Compassionate TeamDr. Thornton is truly one of the best physicians I've ever encountered. His communication skills are outstanding-he takes the time to listen, explains things clearly, and most importantly, communicates with respect and empathy. He never talks down to patients; instead, he considers each person's background and level of understanding, making sure his explanations are both appropriate and easy to grasp. It's clear that he genuinely cares and wants his patients to feel empowered in their care.The follow-through from the office has also been excellent. I never feel like I'm left hanging or unsure of what's next, which is a rare and much-appreciated quality in healthcare today. I also want to give a special shout-out to his amazing medical assistant, who is kind, efficient, and makes every visit smoother.I'm grateful to be under the care of such a thoughtful and professional team. Highly recommended!

Good

Dr. Thornton is knowledgeable, communicative, clear, and kind.

Reviewed lab work and discussed health status for good post-operative recovery.

My Dr. Was AWESOME

Dr. Thornton is the best doctor I've had in my 30+ years living in Flagstaff

Very impressed with dr Thornton

I have already recommended Dr. Thornton

Dr Thornton was very cordial and showed concern all through the visit.

He was amazing

Amazing

He is the most kind, wonderful Dr. Shows interest in my health. I hope he is here for ever.

Energetic, optimistic.

I can't say enough about how patient-centered Dr. Thorton is! I always feel like I'm an active participant in my care and decisions regarding it. Dr. Thornton ROCKS!!

Dr. Thornton thoroughly went over my health concerns and discussed the treatment plan and explained the treatment and results I could expect. He did followup visits to ensure my condition was healed.

Yes Doctor David Thornton handled himself very professionally and so did his assistant and people at the front check-in desk.

Dr Thorton went out of his way to Be sure my levels of Potassium was under control ! Checking all my required medications! Dr Thorton is very thorough.

Dr. Thornton is beyond measure. Enthusiastic, encouraging, and so helpful in explaining our course of action. He helps me stay motivated in making the changes I need to make to improve my health.

Excellent experience

Very satisfied

He was very hurried, spoke in a fast tone, but was thorough. He provided treatment options and listened to my concerns. Thinking he was running behind seeing patients

Dr. Thornton knows what he's doing! I have already referred him to more than 10 people.

Dr Thornton was Very caring and informative and thorough. Best primary care physician I have seen in 10 years or more.

Dr. Thornton and his assistant were both professionial and friendly. Dr. Thornton was thorough in his explanations, provided outstanding information regarding my issues, is very knowledgeable, and expresses concern for my issues. Additionally, he provides good ideas for how I can maintain and improve my health through exercise, diet and other methods.

DR THORNTON is at the top of his game and it doesn't take a genius to figure that out!!! I FINALLY feel like I have someone on my side who genuinely cares and has the level of expertise to help me manage this condition and as he mentioned "get healed" of this disease!!! For the first time in 7 looooong years I have hope!! Im not fighting this alone anymore and I cannot tell you how much comfort this brings not only me but my family as well I just wish there was something I could do to show that man how much I appreciate what he is doing for my family and I !!!! I've been to, around 20 -25 "drs" and not a single one of them took me seriously and not a single one offered to take the extra time out of their busy life to help me learn why this has been happening or help me fix the problem instead of being satisfied with just treating the symptoms !!!!!

Dr. Thornton is absolutely fabulous. I've never had such a great doc!

The Dr was very good

Dr. Thornton thinks outside the box. We like that.

Can't say how thrilled I am to have found Dr. Thornton. Friends of mine who were already patients of Dr. Thornton recommended him to me since they knew I valued preventative healthcare. I work in the health and wellness field and appreciate his thoroughness of care and his consistent support of my personal health goals. I feel we are partners on my health journey, and I highly value that personalized professional relationship. Please make sure he stays with NAH a LONG time!

Dr.is a bit of a fast talker. Almost felt rushed.

Really like this Dr

No doubt about it, Dr. Thornton ROCKS!

Dr. Thornton is wicked smart and very knowledgeable. I appreciate that he has a wide breadth of knowledge such as nutrition, exercise, and overall health. Not just a medication push.

I felt totally heard, understood and cared for by the doctor. He is very knowledgable and helpful.

Dr Thornton was extremely knowledgeable, passionate about our health and helping us meet our needs. He was inspirational!! He is by far the best dr we have ever dealt with. We are looking forward to future visits and improving our health with his help. An all around great dr and interesting man. Blessings on him and all he has to offer.

Dr David was wonderful kind and caring

Took lots of time and explained options thoroughly!

Excellent provider!

I appreciate that Dr. Thornton took time to talk to me. He had read a medical history letter that I provided through the portal.

Dr Thornton is an amazing doc. Great follow up and response time. His whole team works together.

I am so happy to find Dr. Thornton since being diagnosed with diabetes a few months ago. He listens, oberves and explains well, yet he challenges his patience to do things to maximize their health and longevity. I really appreciate his preventative approach to medicine and his interest in physical fitness, nutrition, longevity and overall health. I also value the way he is up to date on research, thoroughly looks deeply into a person's whole health and how he takes some non-conventional approaches that yield great results. I've struggled finding a doctor I trust in Flagstaff, but NAH and Dr. Thornton have been blessings as I navigate my next 50 years.

All has been grand.

My first vurtual..Dr. Thornton always makes me feel comfortable and cared about

Dr.Thornton was the best doctor I have seen in over 50 years. Kind caring and compassionate.spent time with me.

Dr. Thornton is very through. I had to wait a few minutes to see him but it is worth the wait. I appreciate him taking the necessary time to ensure he hears my concerns and addresses them as a partnership not just telling me this what you need to do.

Dr. Thornton is fantastic. Very professional and makes you feel like family and at ease. It's like talking to a close friend. Covered all concerns and options on treatment or care in the future. You simply do not find this kind of professional in this day and age. A diamond in the rough.

Dr. Thorton is the best doctor that I have had in years.

Best doctor that I have had in last 20 years!

Dr. Thornton ROCKS! Best doctor ever! I really felt like he was really invested in my health and care. One of the very best doctors I have ever worked with!

This doctor is a plus 10

All persons that I encountered helped me feel cared for.

Loved this guy

I am very impressed with my doctor. His explanations are very comprehensive. He listens very well to my concerns, and he encourages me to live a health lifestyle. What a GREAT doctor.

I was impressed by the amount of time the provider spent with me and his friendly, easy manner. This is the kind of care I want...a true partner in my healthcare.

Dr. THORNTON Explains everything so quickly & so well. I left knowing a lot more !

Dr Thornton is FANTASTIC!

Thornton is the best. Takes time with you, listens and offers great suggestions. So personable. Excellent bedside manner. My favorite doc thus far.

I've been in the medical field for 35 years and Dr Thornton is the best primary care physician I've ever had. I've never met someone who I feel truly cares about my health goals as well has my health concerns. I leave an appointment with Dr Thornton feeling enthusiastic about reaching my health goals to be the best version of myself. His explanations of what my lab results mean and how I can make improvements is truly amazing. He is an outstanding physician and should be cherished by your organization.

Amazing -

Dr. Thornton is wonderful

The whole visit was very good

Gave me hope for better medical outcomes.

Dr. Thornton is a great doc glad he is my doc he is knowledgeable, kind, thorough.

Answered every question and was very thorough. Didn't rush through anything.

Dr. Thornton was very thorough and is a good listener

I was impressed that the Dr. Was concerned for the reason I had fallen and took time to address the issues that I was dealing with.

Dr Thornton is great

Dr Thornton is extremely thorough, He is very relevant on current treatment For my conditions. He takes Extremely thorough notes and reviews them with you on the next appointment I think that is excellent

Excellent

Dr is wonderful

David Thornton is the best, by far, primary care giver I've ever had. Thoroughly reviewed my file prior to meeting with me, absolutely invested in and committed to my best health. Thank you!

Dr. Thornton went above and beyond to address my concerns, offer insights, and provide treatment. Finding a new primary care provider can be stressful and he made the whole process effortless. I couldn't be happier.

I like Dr. Thornton's treatment protocol for diabetes and his beliefs on medicine mirror mine. He is diligent and encouraging.

I am recommending 2 more family members see Dr. Thorton.

Dr. Thornton was great. He was so nice and explained everything very well. Super personable and a kind doctor.

Excellent care

Communication has been very good between provider and myself.

Great doctor