
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Infant 0-2
- Child 3-12
- Adolescent 13-17
- Adult 18-64
- Older Adult 65+
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAffiliations
- Corewell Health Taylor Hospital
Locations
- Corewell Health Family Medicine - 15100 Plaza South Dr
- 15100 South Plaza Drive, Taylor, MI 48180
- Get Directions
- phone: 734-287-3700
- fax: 734-287-1859
Experience
Education
- Residency: Garden City Hospital, Family Medicine, 2021
Board Certifications
- Family Medicine/OMT: American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians, 2021
Insurance
- Aetna Better Health
- Aetna/Cofinity
- Align Senior Care MI
- BCBS Medicare Advantage Plus Blue
- BCBSM Traditional
- BCBSM Trust PPO
- Blue Care Network
- Blue Care Network Medicare Advantage
- Blue Cross Complete
- Blue Preferred Plus
- Cigna
- Claritev
- HAP CareSource
- HAP/ASR
- Humana Medicare Advantage
- Longevity Health
- McLaren
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Meridian AmBetter
- Meridian Meridian Complete - East
- Meridian Wellcare
- Molina
- Priority Health
- Railroad Medicare
- Trinity Health Plan of MI
- United Health Care
- United Health Care Community Plan (Medicaid)
- Zing Health
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
337 ratings, 149 reviewsCorewell Health is committed to delivering high-quality and compassionate care. These ratings and reviews are transparent patient feedback collected via survey following a provider care experience that asks patients and families about the care they received.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/22/2026
He listens to all my concerns
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/21/2026
Seen him for many years always can tell he cares about us and very easy to talk to. Outstanding
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/21/2026
Dr.Thorton takes time to listen to our concerns
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/21/2026
Good listener
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/19/2026
Very polite answers any questions and explains anything you want to know
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/19/2026
He is a good doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/14/2026
Again, I keep explaining Dr. Christopher Thornton is the only reason that is the only only reason I come to this facility
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/13/2026
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/12/2026
I love seeing him, he explains everything to where I can understand what he's saying, very friendly, couldn't ask for anything more!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2026
Dr Thornton is a very intelligent doctor that not only helping my quality of life and longevity of life. I also feel he's one above and beyond to accommodate me. Note I drive over 2 hours just to get there. If need be we do phone appointments. He has helped me in lots of ways and I am not just a patient I feel a bond. I am extremely comfortable with talking openly to Dr Thornton. As I get older the doctors seem younger but no matter his age I trust him with my life. I feel it's a brilliant doctor with a nice future in front of him. I feel the doctor's office is very lucky to have him. I feel I'm blessed to have him as a doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/30/2026
I am happy to have found a good primary care physician
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/25/2026
I have been with him since he first started so I enjoy getting to watch him grow in his practice.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/24/2026
He is a wonderful doctor I really like how he listens and helps in any way he can. Great doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/24/2026
Good listener
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/15/2026
Dr Thornton really cares about what you're going through. He is very professional and he put you at ease.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/10/2026
Dr Thornton is very skillful, thorough and clearly well educated. They always work hard to take care of whatever is needed because the people that practice actually care about other people.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/3/2026
He's easy to talk to & very helpful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/1/2026
I was very happy with Dr. Athens until he retired, and Dr. Thornton has been a seamless transition.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/27/2025
Again I drive almost 5 hours round trip every month or every other month to see that after Thornton. He is a great doctor he's keeping me alive and safe I feel and treats me like somebody not just a regular number or patient. As long as he is there I will be there.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/19/2025
I think Doctor Thornton is a great young doctor. I trust his opinions if I say I need something or I’m hurting here or I need this check. He jumps to assist me in any way possible he’s an asset to your practice. I wouldn’t be coming to this particular office if he wasn’t there
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/18/2025
Again, I very much trust and respect Dr. Thornton.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/6/2025
As i said before he has an outstanding personality and caring listening attitude. I like him ❤️
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/5/2025
Best Dr around
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/5/2025
Always very pleasant and accommodating!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/5/2025
Very good young physician keep it up
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/21/2025
I was lucky to find DR. Thornton. He listens and always sees you on time or earlier than your appointment time.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/19/2025
New when I first met him he was going to be a good doctor and I like to
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2025
Knowing that he is a great primary doctor for me and listens to everything I say he doesn't miss anything having him as a primary and listening to my health issues he very well understands and that gives me great pride to have him as my doctor. He doesn't Rush he listens very well and also gives good advice that so many people need these days
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/13/2025
We are glad he's our doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/8/2025
He truly listened and understood what I was talking about and that's what a good Doctor should do I think.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/8/2025
Dr. Thornton always show care and concern about my needs and my Questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/1/2025
Besides a man being a good doctor in my opinion with lot of knowledge you can talk to him and he listens he understands many cares. Your company is very lucky to have him as a doctor. In fact I live
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/30/2025
The best doctor I’ve ever been to in over 50 years!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/30/2025
He is easy to talk to very personable. Very knowledgeable and very informative He cares about you in your needs
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/30/2025
Great Doctor really cares for his patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/20/2025
Doctor Thornton is a great doctor. I will continue to see him and continue to stay with Caldwell as long as he is staying with them also.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/18/2025
He is awesome.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/17/2025
He listens and shows care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/10/2025
Listens to me, puts me at ease. Easy to talk to.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/9/2025
He remembers my health concerns
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/3/2025
Dr Thornton took over my health care needs approximately 3 years ago. When my doctor retired Abe slam. It's very scared. Then I get a younger doctor. And little nervous at first. Until I realized I was in good hands with Dr Thornton. And his knowledge I feel is outstanding. This bedside manner is outstanding. He treats me as a person not just a patient not just a number he treats me like somebody that is important to him also. Basically I think Dr Thornton's great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/2/2025
He listen & made recommendations while also asking me my opinion
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/2/2025
Awesome doctor right there.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/30/2025
He is very understanding and concerned about my health issues as much as I am
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/27/2025
Friendly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/27/2025
He is a really good doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/26/2025
I'm just very satisfied with my provider and the staff in the office and I wouldn't go anywhere else thank you
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2025
He is very knowledgeable and very easy to talk to and he listens to what you are asking
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/14/2025
I like Dr. Thornton because he always listens to my problem and does what is necessary to make it better.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/13/2025
I was very pleased when he answered me on Corewell my chart in a very timely manner. I really appreciayed that and I told him so.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/13/2025
Been seeing him for long time, easy to talk to and friendly. Great Dr.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2025
Very personable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2025
He listened and was genuine, knowledgeable and had my best interest at heart.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/30/2025
Doc Thornton has help me with my manual health issues.im very blessed to have doctor Thornton as my primary care.I trust him 100%.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/29/2025
He is knowledgeable and caring. He likes to explain what needs to happen and looks out for me. I really like the care I am getting from him
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2025
I feel very comfortable with Dr.Thornton. he listens to me and he's just awesome.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2025
Very kind man, easy to talk to
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/27/2025
Makes me feel at ease and makes sure he answers all of my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/23/2025
Real laid back Dr. Addresses your needs 👌🏾
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/22/2025
I'm grateful to have found him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/21/2025
very good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/20/2025
Easy to communicate with and listens to what you have say
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/14/2025
Helped me with all my questions. Gave me the medication I needed
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/11/2025
He listened to my questions, made appropriate recommendations and cared about me as a person, not just a patient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/8/2025
Dr Thornton is a very great dr enjoy talking with him
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/7/2025
Dr. Thornton is very caring and genuine wants to know about how I have been feeling and we go over what is the best treatments for my ailments.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/7/2025
VARY good visit as always enjoy talking felt happy with the staff.feel safe as I put my healthcare in hands of a vary smart younger doctor in lucky to have doc Thornton as my primary doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/6/2025
Makes me feel very comfortable and explains himself very well. Let’s me know what we are doing today. And what’s going on in the future.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/4/2025
Dr Thornton is a very compassionate and a very good listener and always helpful wonderful doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/3/2025
Dr Christopher Thornton is one of the absolute best Osteopathic Dr. That I've found. I can't express enough how pleased I am to have him as my Dr. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND HIM as a Physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/2/2025
He is the best, always asks if there is anything else he could do for me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/30/2025
Good listener
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2025
High praise for his approach to patients and concern for their needs. He was knowledgeable about my specific health concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/23/2025
Always concerned about how I am feeling,and how he can help!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/21/2025
Great I would not go to anyone else for my care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/18/2025
He’s the best. Pays attention to you. Listens well and offers honest feedback
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/16/2025
Kind and thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/12/2025
Listened very well and explained himself very clearly and didn't judge me on how I asked questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/11/2025
Dr. Thornton listened carefully, asked appropriate question, gave his professional opinion, and allowed me to make an informed decision. He takes very good care of his patients. I would recommend him to loved ones.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/7/2025
He is a very concerned Dr and wants to make you feel better / comfortable. ❤️
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/2/2025
I'm 54 years old and never really liked any of my doctor's since my pediatrician Dr. David Krevsky but since being referred to Dr. Christopher Thornton, I've been trying to be a better person, loose weight & take better care of myself.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/28/2025
He listens to me more then my old Doctor did.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/24/2025
Doctor Thornton is the only reason that I come to this particular Caldwell facility. The only reason is Doctor Thornton is a great doctor. My doctor retired a few years ago and he took their place very dedicated. Doctor cares about his patience. He’s an asset to your Caldwell if it wasn’t for him, I wouldn’t be going to this particular facility.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/21/2025
Dr always great, we could talk sports for hours if he had the time. Best Dr. I have seen in my time.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/21/2025
took the time to answer my questions i did not feel rushed in any way. very happy with Dr Thornton
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/19/2025
He is very easy to talk to. As an older woman, this is very important.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/19/2025
Are there enough kind words to say about Dr. Thornton? He is an excellent Physician who knows how to use all of his training and experience for the benefit of his patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/19/2025
He's an Amazing Man
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/19/2025
He is a good doctor and he listens to me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/6/2025
Dr Thornton is great. I am blessed to have him. Not only is he knowledgeable understanding very nice guy. Very good doctor. Very lucky to have doctor Thornton.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/6/2025
Dr.Thornton was very experienced about what he do about the job I would recommend his service for anyone
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/4/2025
Very professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/4/2025
Friendly, talks to you in a way that you understand, very good at answering questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/4/2025
He listens and that's very important to me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/4/2025
Always very nice
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/30/2025
Always kind
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/29/2025
He was Great 👍
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/29/2025
Dr Thornton is always very concerned how I'm doing. And makes me feel comfortable. I think he's a awesome Doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/29/2025
He is evolving into a great physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/29/2025
He's a good doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/26/2025
I would have no other doctor he’s understanding mine problem
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/24/2025
Easy to talk to.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/22/2025
He listens to what I have to say.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/16/2025
Dr. Thornton is an excellent provider, couldn't ask for anyone better.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/16/2025
Has my best interests covered Nice guy, we can laugh
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2025
Christopher help me understand things and was very nice and is treating me very good. I trust him 100%
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/10/2025
As I deal with a lot of injuries from a previous motorcycle accident. My primary doctor of 20 years Doctor slaim retired and Dr Thornton has been a blessing. Is I feel when I put my head health into another person's hands. It was a scary change one doctor Thornton became my new doctor. ABOUT 3 YEARS LATER I AM VERY HAPPY. TRUTHFULLY AFTER OUR FIRST APPOINTMENT I WAS VERY AT EASE. VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE AND I AM PERCENT HAPPY I DRIVE 2 HOURS ONE WAY TO SEE DR THORNTON PRETTY MUCH 12 TIMES A YEAR.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/7/2025
Very caring
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/5/2025
This easy to talk to and listens to what you’re saying. Makes you feel like you’re important and he cares about you as a person.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/2/2025
Always feel good when I leave the clinic
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/28/2025
He is kind and considerate of my needs!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/27/2025
Love him
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/24/2025
Doctor thornton is outstanding.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/24/2025
Explains things, understandably and educational ways I can understand
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/17/2025
Dr Thornton is very easy going and easy to talk too. He’s always asks how I’m doing, checks if I need anything, offers recommendations, and asks if I need to address anything else before I leave. You can’t find many physicians like that.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/14/2025
Dr Thornton is a compassionate and caring young man he makes sure that I have everything that I need when I go to my appointments and I like a doctor who cares about his/her patients
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/12/2025
Wonderful bed side manners
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/12/2025
They listen to me and answered all my questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/12/2025
I'm 100% impressed with doctor Thornton and staff.vary smart helping me get through a lot of physical issues
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/12/2025
Very curtios
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/12/2025
Puts me at ease. Listens to me. Explains everything
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/8/2025
Dr Thorton always provides excellent care couldn’t ask for a better doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/7/2025
From the Labs from the hospital to his office. Just a great experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/5/2025
Happy I chose my primary Dr Thornton.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/5/2025
Dr thrornton. Has been the best Dr. I've ever had personally, he listens to you and talks to you about the care plan.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/4/2025
They took away my fear, of what’s scary about the reason I was there
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/28/2025
Good care from the doc and staff I’ve written you a long dissertation on some of the things that are horribly wrong with health care and dispensation and management of said care. Please read it carefully if you live long enough you too will become a senior. I hope you find it a useful tool. I had the privilege of having had the very best health care in the world. I’m concerned for the generations coming up behind me. Thank you for this opportunity to express my concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/23/2025
Dr Thornton explains things well and also ask my opinion about what I think
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/19/2025
Technically is a 52-year-old man who had a primary doctor over for over 20 years Doctor slang as he retired I was nervous. I was suggested a few names and I picked one and it was 100% perfect pic. Dr Thornton listens understands takes time to explain things goes out of his way to answer questions goes out of his way to make me feel comfortable. Goes out of his way to make sure I am on the proper medication and we have regular blood work testing. Basically I'm putting my life in the hands of Dr Thornton. And from personal conversations I assume Dr Thornton is younger. With a great deal of knowledgement and a very professional doctor that actually listens cares and remembers little things that we talk about that is not always relevant to medical situations. We do not spend time talking like to good old friends but he gives me plenty of time to explain talk about my physical needs any preventive measurements needed. And has a few minutes to treat me like just a normal person not just a number so to say. Somebody if you saw out at the grocery store who would say hi and talk to you for a couple of minutes. Not ignore you and walk the other way.he is very professional and has the perfect balance of doing his job saving my life. Keeping me healthy. With a little bit of time to make me feel I am not just patient number 27 of the week so to say
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/19/2025
Very professional
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/9/2025
Professional & respectful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/7/2025
He is a good Doctor, he listens.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/4/2025
He agrees with my sports teams
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/2/2025
They were all very good the dr and the staff
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/1/2025
Understands me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/23/2025
Dr Thorne is an amazing knowledgeable experienced professional and I love having him for my doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/20/2025
Dr. Thornton listens to what I have to say and cares about his patients
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/19/2025
The atmosphere gives an impression of Professionalism and Calmness that encourages a secure feeling of the care that will be given.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/18/2025
Providers being my doctors office the staff my primary doctor Thornton. I don't think you could do much better than they're doing now. I have difficulty at times doing the e check in. But the staff always helps. I don't think this much more that can be done to make it a better experience. Kind of odd but I actually look forward to seeing my doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/15/2025
I feel safe there!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/13/2025
Awesome
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/15/2025
I’m very pleased with the dr and staff
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/15/2025
As I've been through a major motorcycle accident. My primary doctor before Dr Thornton was a 20 year relationship so to say. Has she retired if you suggested doctor Thornton. I was very nervous because I have a lot of health issues to deal with. Did not trust anybody else. ABOUT 3 YEARS AGO DOCTOR APPOINTMENT TOOK OVER MY HEALTHCARE AND ATHENS CLINIC. I WILL CONTINUE TO SEE THE DOCTOR THORIN AS LONG AS POSSIBLE
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2025
I was glad Dr Thorsten called me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/12/2025
Dr Thornton is the best doctor I've had in a while. I used to see the Slaims but when they retired I found Dr Thornton
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/11/2025
He really cares about his patients
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/10/2025
They are all very good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2025
Video Visit was unsuccessful but the doctor talked to me anyway. We'll get the tech worked out. Tina helps me.