Infectious Disease
Karla Thornton, MD
Interim Executive Director, Project ECHO; Professor of Internal Medicine
Albuquerque, NM
Dr. Karla Thornton, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist who practices in Albuquerque, NM. She is 64 years old and has been practicing for 34 years.
30+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Education & Training
- Undergraduate: University of Texas at Austin (BA, 1987)
- Masters: University of Michigan School of Public Health (MPH Epidemiology)
- Medical Degree: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School (MD, 1992)
- Internship: University of New Mexico (Internal Medicine)
- Residency: University of New Mexico (Internal Medicine)
Peer Recognition
- Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll
Recognition & Leadership
Leadership Roles
- Interim Executive Director, Project ECHO
- Co-Chair, World Health Organization Guidelines Development Group for HCV Treatment (2017-2022)
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Clinical Infectious Disease
Conditions & Treatments
Sepsis & Critical CareHepatitis BHepatitis CAntimicrobial StewardshipHIV/AIDSTuberculosisTravel Medicine
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Gila Regional Medical Center
- Unm Hospital
Experience
30+ years in practice