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Dr. James Thornton

Plastic Surgeon

Surgeon Dallas, TX University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School

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Overview

Level

Staff

Function

Healthcare

Tenure

33 years at University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School

Gender

Male

Connections

501

Position in HealthTal Database

22,604 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Surgeon specialty. James Thornton is one of them.
1,189 Surgeons are based in TX (out of 101,236 total healthcare contacts in that state).
241 contacts at University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School are tracked in HealthTal.
Typical Surgeon compensation in TX: $365,000 – $768,000 (median $533,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
Top employers of Surgeons in TX: Houston Methodist (20), Us Army (17), Baylor Scott & White Health (16).
5% of Surgeons in TX hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
75% of Surgeons in TX have verified education credentials on file.

Data refreshed July 2026.

Public records & verifications

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Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
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Education

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical School

1989

The University of Texas at Dallas

Bachelor of Science - BS

1983

Austin College

Univeristy of Texas at Dallas

Bachelor of Science - BS

Skills

Plastic Surgery Board Certified Surgery Medical Education Reconstructive Surgery Medicine Aerospace Medicine Hospitals Navy Skin Cancer Military Experience Military Microsurgery Military Medicine Facial Trauma Family Medicine Security Clearance Healthcare Clinical Research Crossfit Plastic Surgeon Internal Medicine Emergency Medicine Private Pilot Aesthetics Healthcare Management Patient Safety Treatment Dermal Fillers Disaster Medicine Fillers Skydiving Halo Soft Tissue Skin Aerospace Mohs Surgery Clinical Trials General Surgery Dermatology

About University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School

Industry

Hospitals & Physicians Clinics

Employees

5000+

Revenue

$1B+

Website

utsouthwestern.edu

Office Location

Dallas, TX

Professional Overview

Dr. James Thornton is a Plastic Surgeon, currently affiliated with University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School, based in Dallas, TX. As a surgeon, Dr. Thornton contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Dallas, TX. They have been with University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School for 33 years. Dr. Thornton holds academic credentials, including Bachelor of Science - BS and BA, from The University of Texas Southwestern Medical School and The University of Texas at Dallas. Core competencies include Plastic Surgery, Board Certified, Surgery, Medical Education, Reconstructive Surgery. University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 5000+ employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit surgeon professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to surgeon specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Dallas, TX healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. James Thornton located?

Dr. James Thornton is based in Dallas, TX. They are currently affiliated with University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School.

What is Dr. James Thornton's specialty?

Dr. James Thornton specializes in Surgeon. Their current role is Plastic Surgeon.

Where does Dr. James Thornton currently work?

Dr. James Thornton currently works at University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School. They have been there for 33 years.

What is Dr. James Thornton's educational background?

Dr. James Thornton attended The University of Texas Southwestern Medical School and The University of Texas at Dallas.

How do I contact Dr. James Thornton for recruiting?

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How do I recruit a Surgeon?

Recruiting surgeons typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for surgeons across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.

What is the average salary for a Surgeon in TX?

Surgeons in TX typically earn $365,000 to $768,000 annually, with a median of $533,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.