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Dr. Kim Thornton, MD

Dr. Kim Thornton, MD

Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Kim Thornton, MD is a reproductive & infertility endocrinologist in Waltham, MA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Case Western Reserve University in 1985. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Riverside Methodist Hospital and Milford Regional Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.6 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 2.6 Star Rating (17 reviews)

Practice

130 Second Ave Waltham, MA 02451
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(781) 434-6500

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Thornton is affiliated with Newton-Wellesley Hospital Newton, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Thornton's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Thornton

2.6
17 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
24%
24%
4 star
18%
18%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
12%
12%
1 star
47%
47%

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Lacks compassion, empathy and basic understanding
She may have the medical experience and be qualified for her position but she lacks compassion, empathy and basic understanding. I do not recommend her.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Anonymous – Sep 14, 2024
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I have a miracle child.
After many miscarriages going through Fallon and totally wasting my time with them I went to Dr. Thornton 13 years ago and now am blessed with my son. Can’t thank her enough. She got to the bottom of all my medical issues and explained them in great detail and took lots of time to explain things to me. Dr. Thornton if your reading this thank you. You have blessed me and my life is now complete.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Justine – May 16, 2022
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I didn't feel like just another number with Dr. Thornton, but I did feel like she wasn't prepared for our meeting,and then abruptly sent us to speak with her nurse. I thought her nurse Sonia was nice during our initial meeting, but since dealing with her on the phone over the summer, I felt like she treat us as just a number. Eventually Dr. Thornton told us we should to IVF with my one opened tube, so fingers crossed we get good news soon! I do recommend Dr. Thornton overall for infertility!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 other person found this helpful
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MA – Nov 30, 2017
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My wife and I felt like just another referral in her office. The meeting felt unprepared and superficial, it was also an oven in her office to the point that her med student was falling asleep. My wife was furious, like our case didn’t matter to them. She describes it as she felt that they were bored by our situation and didn’t care about our story. Then the meeting abruptly and awkwardly ended with her passing us to her nurse for next steps...in our heads we thought we haven’t even decided.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
Fitchburg, MA – Oct 24, 2017
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While Dr. Thornton may be very qualified in her field, I did not feel supported by her or her team. The 3 times I was supposed to talk to her on the phone with my questions, she called 1-3 hours after our scheduled time. I understand that things come up, but someone should have called to update me. Whenever I talk to her or her team I feel rushed off the phone. I don't feel as though they have my best interest in mind. This whole process is already so stressful, I wish I felt more supported.
What went well
  • Office environment
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
Aug 13, 2017
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I would not recommend this doctor at all. Infertility is such a sensitive issue, and she showed no sensitivity toward my challenges. Upon leaving her office she cavalierly instructed me to "call the office to discuss IVF options" once determining my tubes are blocked. I felt like just a uterus. Each time I saw her she made me feel like she was meeting me for the first time. Bypass her, and find someone else.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Massachusetts – Feb 14, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Kim Thornton, MD is a reproductive & infertility endocrinologist in Waltham, MA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Case Western Reserve University in 1985. She is affiliated with medical facilities...read more

  • Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility

  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • Case Western Reserve University

    Medical School, 1985
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Locations

Practice

Unavail130 Second Ave Waltham, MA 02451
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Practice

Office399 Albany Shaker Rd Loudonville, NY 12211
2

Practice

Office100 Mlk Jr Blvd Ste 300 Worcester, MA 01608
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Office2 Medical Center Dr Ste 301 Springfield, MA 01107
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Newton-Wellesley Hospital

    2014 Washington St
    Newton, MA 02462
    Recipient of 15
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Riverside Methodist Hospital

    3535 Olentangy River Rd
    Columbus, OH 43214
    Recipient of 31
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
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  • Milford Regional Medical Center

    14 Prospect St
    Milford, MA 01757
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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