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Dr. Francis Thornton, MD

Dr. Francis Thornton, MD

Diagnostic Radiology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Francis Thornton, MD is a diagnostic radiologist in Virginia Beach, VA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND AT BALTIMORE / PROFESSIONAL SCHOOLS in 1991. He is affiliated with medical facilities Sentara Princess Anne Hospital and Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital.

Practice

2025 Glenn Mitchell Dr Virginia Beach, VA 23456

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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Thornton specializes in the area of Diagnostic Radiology. See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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About Me

biography

Dr. Francis Thornton, MD is a diagnostic radiologist in Virginia Beach, VA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND AT BALTIMORE / PROFESSIONAL SCHOOLS in 1991. He is affiliated with medical...read more
  • Diagnostic Radiology

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  • University Of Maryland At Baltimore / Professional Schools

    Medical School, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Radiology®
Diagnostic Radiology
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Locations

Practice

Sentara Princess Anne Hospital2025 Glenn Mitchell Dr Virginia Beach, VA 23456
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Office1975 Glenn Mitchell Dr Virginia Beach, VA 23456
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Office582 Lynnhaven Pkwy Ste 301 Virginia Beach, VA 23452
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Practice

University Hospital600 Highland Ave Madison, WI 53792
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Sentara Princess Anne Hospital

    2025 Glenn Mitchell Dr
    Virginia Beach, VA 23456
    Recipient of 9
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

    Outstanding Patient Experience 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.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    15% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital

    1060 First Colonial Rd
    Virginia Beach, VA 23454
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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