Dr. Paul Thornton, MD
Pediatric Endocrinology*
40+ years of experience
Dr. Paul Thornton, MD is a pediatric endocrinologist in Fort Worth, TX and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF IRELAND / FACULTY OF MEDICINE in 1984. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as CHI St Joseph Regional Health Care Center and Cook Children's Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
3.4 Star Rating
Based on 28 reviews 3.4 Star Rating (28 reviews)
Practice
1500 Cooper St Fort Worth, TX 76104Telehealth available
At a Glance
- Area of Expertise
- Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
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Dr. Thornton's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Thornton
3.4
28 ratings, 10 with a written review
| 5 star | 57% | 57% |
| 4 star | 0% | 0% |
| 3 star | 7% | 7% |
| 2 star | 0% | 0% |
| 1 star | 36% | 36% |
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Excellent
What went well
- I felt respected
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jen – Sep 06, 2024
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Life Saver
What went well
- I felt respected
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Em Ess – Jul 14, 2023
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Our experience has been great with Dr. Thornton. After months of doctors beating around the bush with our son’s diagnosis, Dr. Thornton is getting to the bottom of it. He is very straightforward, which we appreciate. More doctors need to be, so parents and kids aren’t wasting their time. He is smart and knows what he is talking about. He explained everything to us and was very thorough. We drive up from Austin to see him and we are very lucky to have found him and his staff.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Adrienne S. – Jul 19, 2021
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WOW! I have read some horrible reviews. I personally enjoy having him as a medical professional.
He certainly is a bit different than other doctors per se. He is straight forward...which is exactly what I want in a doctor...and answers my questions/explains very well. My only concern is the timeframe between my son’s appts. But goodness, the more we see him the more and more thrilled I am in being sent to him.
What went well
- Office environment
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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K. Carr in Fort Worth, Tx – Apr 24, 2018
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The pros:
Dr Thornton is smart. He uses his brain rather than following textbook diagnoses and approaches. He knows a lot about nutrition which is something most doctors have no clue about. He is more open minded than most endocrinologists we've seen.
The cons:
He's curt, and can come across very rude.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 11, 2018
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Dr. Thornton was horribly rude and arrogant. He refused to listen and told my daughter her symptoms and the side effects from her thyroid meds were imaginary. He wouldn't even order any labs.
He was so rude that we were both in tears when we left.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Staff friendliness
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
- Long wait times
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Euless – Oct 25, 2017
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I think he is a very smart, competent and extremely experienced Doctor. I would highly recommend him if you want a Doctor that knows what he is doing . He is not a sugar coat kind of Doctor, which I actually prefer. I want to know what the facts are and the best course of action for treating my daughter. I like him so well that I fly my 2 year old in from Puerto Rico every 3 months just to see him. I have the option of flying her to see anyone in the world and I take her to Dr. Thorton.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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JoAnna in Dorado, NO REGION – Feb 10, 2017
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He was obnoxious and refused to listen to concerns. He also appears to be in the pocket of big pharma considering the way he responds to the negative side effects of his pet medications. He also has a horrible rapport with children. I do not recommend.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- 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
4 others found this helpful
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Sadie in Fort Worth, TX – Sep 25, 2016
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Difficult to talk to. Came off as arrogant. Refused to see us because he overscheduled his day and did not tell us until we drove 30 miles and navigated the new check in system.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- Office environment
- 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
3 others found this helpful
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DT in Burleson, TX – Jul 06, 2016
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Rude and mumbled to my wife and daughter that the office visit is a waste of his time once he determines it has nothing to do with my daughter's thyroid as referred to by our primary pediatrician.
What went well
No results
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
4 others found this helpful
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Arnel S in Flower Mound, TX – Mar 15, 2016
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Dr. Paul Thornton, MD is a pediatric endocrinologist in Fort Worth, TX and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF IRELAND / FACULTY OF MEDICINE in 1984. He is affiliated with medical facilities...read morePediatric Endocrinology
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National University Of Ireland / Faculty Of Medicine
Medical School, 1984
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Pediatrics®
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91%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home3% higher than the national average
80%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well2% lower than the national average
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