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Primary Care Foxcroft

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Whether you need an annual checkup for yourself or your child, relief for a cough that just won't go away, or help managing your care for a chronic disease, the providers at Novant Health Primary Care Foxcroft are here for you. With board certifications in family medicine, our physicians and nurse practitioners are highly qualified to care for patients of all ages with a wide variety of ailments. And, our office staff makes sure you receive remarkable care every time we see you.



Dorton, Peter John, MD

Affiliated with Novant Health
4.86 out of 5 | 411 reviews
Family Medicine
Novant Health Primary Care Foxcroft
(704) 316-3136
Ratings
4.86
Overall rating
4.44
Administration and Staff
4.63
Medically Informed Visit
4.75
Bedside Manner
4.81
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Comments
Patient Comments 112 reviews
March 25, 2023
Dr. Peter Dorton is a very special physician. His communication skills are brilliant. My comfort level with him exceeded my expectations, and he showed sincere interest in my wellbeing. I believe that I found my personal care physician. Impressive patient experience.
-Patient in Charlotte, North Carolina

March 19, 2023
Doctor Dorton is the best
-Patient in WEST PALM BEACH, Florida

March 11, 2023
Great Doc!
-Patient in Charlotte, North Carolina

March 11, 2023
Exceptional care
-Patient in MONROE, North Carolina

March 04, 2023
Dr. Dorton was thorough, patient, and kind. I appreciate the time that he took and the suggestions he made. Thank you!
-Patient in CHARLOTTE, North Carolina



Appointments
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Practice locations
Novant Health Primary Care Foxcroft
(704) 316-3136


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Education


Medical School:
The Brody School Of Medicine at ECU University
(1996)

Internship:
AnMed Health Program (Anderson) 1997

Residency:
AnMed Health Program (Anderson) 1999

Board Certifications:
Family Medicine


Learn More
A native of North Carolina, Dr. Peter Dorton is happy to be practicing close to home. He likes the variety that family medicine offers and enjoys helping people with acute problems, as well as management of chronic conditions and has a special fondness for adolescent medicine. While helping patients feel better is important to Dr. Dorton, he would rather help them stay well. He has a passion for motivating patients with the knowledge and resources to promote optimal health, happiness and healing, when necessary. When he is not working, Dr. Dorton enjoys spending time with his wife, Dr. Chasse Bailey-Dorton. Together they have three children and are an active family and participate in all kinds of sports and outdoor activities.

Gender: Male




Location

Hours

Monday to Friday
7 a.m. to 5 p.m.