Kristina M. Thornburg
Expertise in
3
conditions
Expertise in
3
conditions

Overview

Kristina Thornburg, DO, is a board-certified general surgeon. She provides care for people who need a wide range of surgical procedures, including minimally invasive hernia repair, treatment for breast cancer and breast cysts, and the removal of colon cancer. She also provides treatment for a variety of conditions including gallbladder disease, skin lesions, lipomas, diverticulitis and diverticulosis.|Dr. Thornburg has a clinical interest in robotic hernia surgery and ultrasound-guided breast biopsy.|Board-certified in general surgery, Dr. Thornburg earned her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed a general surgery residency at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center in Wilkes-Barre, where she served as chief resident.|A native of Schuylkill County, Dr. Thornburg is dedicated to understanding and addressing the unique needs of her community.|In 2016 and 2018, Dr. Thornburg received the Geisinger Top Patient Experience Clinician Award in recognition of her commitment to providing excellent care for her patients.|She is an active member of several organizations, including the American College of Osteopathic Surgeons, American Society of Breast Surgeons, Pennsylvania Medical Society and American Osteopathic Association.|In her spare time, Dr. Thornburg enjoys spending time with her family and friends.

Dr. Thornburg is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Ogilvie Syndrome, Cellulitis, Paget Disease of the Breast, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Dr. Thornburg is currently accepting new patients.

Graduate Institution

Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine, 2009 - Doctor Of Osteopathic Medicine, 2009

Residency

Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, 2014

Specialties

General Surgery

Licenses

Surgery in PA

Hospital Affiliations

Geisinger St. Luke's Hospital
Geisinger Medical Center
St Luke's Hospital - Carbon Campus
Schuylkill Medical Center - South Jackson Street
St Lukes Hospital Bethlehem

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Capital Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Geisinger
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Moda Health
  • EPO
  • PPO
PA Health and Wellness
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
UPMC
  • EPO
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Geisinger St Lukes Medical Office Building Orwigsburg - General Surgery
1165 Centre Turnpike, Suite RT61, Orwigsburg, PA 17961

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Kristina M. Thornburg

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Is Dr. Kristina M. Thornburg a top-rated expert for Ogilvie Syndrome?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kristina M. Thornburg is classified as an Distinguished expert for Ogilvie Syndrome, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Kristina M. Thornburg specialize in?

While Dr. Kristina M. Thornburg is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Ogilvie Syndrome, Cellulitis, and Paget Disease of the Breast. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.

Does Dr. Kristina M. Thornburg participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Kristina M. Thornburg has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Ogilvie Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Kristina M. Thornburg's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Kristina M. Thornburg accept my insurance?

Dr. Kristina M. Thornburg accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 570-968-1300 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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