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Dr. Stanley Thornton, MD

Dr. Stanley Thornton, MD

Anesthesiology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Stanley Thornton, MD is an anesthesiologist in Lubbock, TX and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine in 1985. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Covenant Childrens Hospital and Covenant Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 3 reviews 5 Star Rating (3 reviews)

Covenant Medical Center ANS

3615 19th St Lubbock, TX 79410

Make an Appointment

(806) 725-2158

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Thornton is affiliated with Covenant Medical Center Lubbock, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Thornton specializes in the areas of Anesthesiology & Pediatric Anesthesiology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Surgical Care Excellence 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

5.0

3 ratings, 2 with a written review
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What could be improved
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What went well
  • 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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About Me

biography

Dr. Stanley Thornton, MD is an anesthesiologist in Lubbock, TX and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine in 1985. He is affiliated with medical facilities...read more

  • Anesthesiology

  • Obstetric Anesthesiology

  • Pediatric Anesthesiology

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  • Upmc - Presbyterian

    Residency Hospital, 1989

  • Montefiore Hosp-u Hospital Pitts

    Internship Hospital, 1986

  • Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1985

  • Texas Technical University

    Medical School, 1985

  • University Of Texas / Austin Campus

    Undergraduate School, 1980
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Anesthesiology®
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Anesthesiology
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Pediatric Anesthesiology
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Locations

Covenant Medical Center ANS

NorthStar Anesthesia3615 19th St Lubbock, TX 79410
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Covenant Medical Center

Office3615 19th St Lubbock, TX 79410
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Practice

Office3508 22nd Pl Lubbock, TX 79410
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Covenant Childrens Hospital

    4015 22nd Pl
    Lubbock, TX 79410

  • Covenant Medical Center

    3615 19th St
    Lubbock, TX 79410
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback

  • Covenant Medical Center-Lakeside

    4000 24th St
    Lubbock, TX 79410
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards
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