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James Thornton, M.D.

Professor of Plastic Surgery

Patient Care

Bio

A lifelong passion for medicine brought Dr. Thornton to UT Southwestern in 1985, where he built a career defined by dedication to patients and teaching residents responsibility and care. Balancing personal hardships with resilience, his life reflects perseverance, precision, and a relentless pursuit of joy – from reconstructing noses to skydiving at 40,000 feet.

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Dr. Thornton sitting in a chair, wearing blue scrubs

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Surgical scissors in a black and white photo

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Dr. Thornton in the operating room, wearing a mask and operating eyewear

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Dr. Thornton sitting down, speaking in an interview

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Dr. Thornton shaking hands with a man as he accepts an award

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A rack full of medical white coats

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Unscripted

UTSW Unscripted is a compelling mini docuseries that highlights the authentic, unvarnished stories of UT Southwestern’s physicians and researchers. Each episode offers an intimate look at their personal and professional journeys, illustrating the passion and purpose that led these people to UTSW.