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Specialist
4715 24th Place
Suite A
Meridian, MS
39305
Top reviews
Dr. Thornton is amazing! He really listens to my concerns and takes the time to answer all my questions, which makes me feel so much more comfortable about the procedure I’m planning to do. He’s kind, patient, and genuinely cares,Show more which is so reassuring. Meridian is lucky to have him, and I can’t recommend him enough!
Dr Thornton is by far the BEST !! He always treats me like family . I look forward to going there . All of his staff are so caring , kind,& sweet very professional also . I always have had nothing but good experiences there .
Lee Thornton, MD, FACS, is a board-certified plastic surgeon who specializes in oculoplastic and hand surgery. A highly skilled surgeon, Dr. Thornton brings more than 30 years of experience to Meridian Plastic Surgery, the skin care clinic, and the surgery center, all in Meridian, Mississippi. His areas of expertise include eyelid surgery, tear duct surgery, and facial reconstructive surgery.
Born and raised in Meridian, Dr. Thornton grew up in a medical family. After graduating with honors from the University of Mississippi in Oxford, Mississippi, Dr. Thornton worked as a laboratory instructor at Millsaps College Department of Biology in Jackson, Mississippi, before enrolling in medical school at Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana.
During his time at Tulane, Dr. Thornton earned his Doctor of Medicine as well as his Master of Science in Public Health and Tropical Medicine, graduating at the top of his class. He then moved to Denver, Colorado, to start a community medicine internship at the University of Colorado Hospital in Aurora. Following his internship, Dr. Thornton gained acceptance into a highly competitive general surgery residency at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, Texas.
Dr. Thornton completed five years of surgical training before earning a coveted plastic surgery training position at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. Finally, he pursued an additional cosmetic and oculoplastic surgery fellowship at Paces Plastic Surgery Center in Atlanta.
Since finishing his training and earning his board certification from the American Board of Plastic Surgery, Dr. Thornton has served on the International Committee for the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), become a fellow of the American College of Surgeons (ACS), and was even selected to be one of the Medical Advisory Board Members for the Plastic Surgery Channel.
Dr. Thornton and his wife, Michelle, returned to Meridian in 1998 to launch Meridian Plastic Surgery. When he isn’t working, he enjoys spending time with Michelle and their four children, collecting guitars, and golfing.
Breast Surgery
Liposuction
CoolSculpting
Injectables
Hair Restoration
Skin Rejuvenation
Mommy Makeover
Facelift
Blepharoplasty
Laser Procedures
Tattoo Removal
Hand Surgery
Laser Vaginal Therapy
Location
Meridian Plastic Surgery
4715 24th Place
Suite A
Meridian, MS, 39305
More About Dr. Lee Thornton, MD
Practice
Meridian Plastic Surgery
Specialties
NPI Number
1043318280
Provider's Gender
Male
Reviews
Dr Thornton and all of his staff are wonderful and so professional. Dr Thornton has always made me feel comfortable with my procedures and has always been friendly and takes his time with you during my office visits..I would definitely recommend him to everyone.
Awesome. Dr Thornton is your Dr. if you need surgery. He explains every aspect of the procedure. What to expect. He has been blessed with hands from God. Great staff. AlwZys a five star.
I have been going to Dr. Thornton for years. He is a very good Dr., has done several surgeries & his expertise is wonderful. It’s so nice when you go there everyone is so pleasant & helpful. I highly recommend Dr. Thornton.
Dr Thornton is by far the BEST !! He always treats me like family . I look forward to going there . All of his staff are so caring , kind,& sweet very professional also . I always have had nothing but good experiences there .
Five Stars!!!
too behind schedule
Minimal wait time Profesional Answered all questions I would highly recommend Dr. Thornton
Excellent care from entrance to exit
No significant waiting time. Dr. Thornton do spent as much time as necessary to discuss options for treatment. I didn’t feel like he was rushing to get to another appointment.
As he removed places on my skin he explained what to look for and what kinds of things weren't an issue. Felt like he took good care of me.
Everything went well and everyone was very nice.
Everything is good and done in the most professional manner.
Very professional and excellent work!
Very positive visit to Dr Thornton. He was professional, friendly and impressed me as being very knowledgeable. I intend to see him for my future needs.
No waiting.
Friendly staff. Got me in and out quickly. Great job!
Excellent in care and concern for the patient as well as in his Quality of care.
As always Dr Thorton makes you feel at home, explains your issues, and how they will be fixed Meridian is blessed to have such a talented surgeon.
Staff was very respectful, responsive, and attentive! They explained every detail throughly and made my procedure smooth and comfortable!
Pleasant and informative.
Very prompt and very professional. I love this Clinic.
Wonderful people and wonderful doctors and wonderful establishment
Friendly, polite staff
Dr.Thornton is a smart kind and nice man. I trust him completely.He does great work and the women who work with him are warm and friendly!
Always thorough, friendly, respectful
Was very professional in put me at ease.
Dr. Thornton is amazing! He really listens to my concerns and takes the time to answer all my questions, which makes me feel so much more comfortable about the procedure I’m planning to do. He’s kind, patient, and genuinely cares, which is so reassuring. Meridian is lucky to have him, and I can’t recommend him enough!
Fast professional service. A+
My sweet Dr. Thornton, a genuine gentleman. He listens and cares about his patients. I feel he put me priority and done a fantastic job on my procedure.
Great service and the best surgeon.
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