Dr. DEBORAH THORNE, PA | DPC Provider | DPC Directory
Physician Assistant
About
Deborah Thorne, DMSc, MS, B.Ex.Sc., PA, CIPP – Doctor of Medical Science, Master of Science in PA Medicine, Bachelor of Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Board Certified PA, Certified Integrative Psychiatry and Psychedelic Medicine Practitioner. Dr. Deb has been in healthcare since 1989, promoting healthy living through education and awareness. She earned a bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology and Exercise Science in Canada, followed by TCM Acupuncture certification, and owned a community wellness clinic serving First Nation communities, the Canadian Armed Forces, and regional health authorities. After moving to Guadalajara, Mexico for medical training and later completing her Physician Associate studies in New York, she gained experience in orthopedics, sports medicine, pain management, physical medicine, rehabilitation, ER, and urgent care. In 2019 she founded Medicina del Sol Direct Primary Care to provide accessible, affordable, patient‑centered care without insurance, emphasizing a Direct Primary Care model that prioritizes long‑term relationships, preventive health, and integrative therapies.
Education
Board Certification & Credentials
Degree: Physician Assistant
Specialty: Physician Assistant
Board Certified: Board Certified PA
Designations: CIPP
Years in Practice: 37+ years
Licensing
NPI Number: 1164978540 Active
Primary License: New Mexico (NM) - PA2019-0070
International Experience
Clinical and research work in Canada, Mexico, and Guatemala, including community wellness clinics, acupuncture training, and simulation training with traditional midwives in Guatemala.
DPC Experience
Started DPC: 2019