Internal Medicine
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location_on Locations (3)
school Education
Medical School
- Universidad Central del Este, 1980
Internship
- NYU Lutheran Medical Center-Brooklyn, 1980 - 1981
Residency
- NYU Lutheran Medical Center-Brooklyn, 1982 - 1983
Board Certifications
- Internal Medicine
star Reviews
The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions from our nationally recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their views and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of St. Luke's University Health Network.
“Good”
July 24, 2025
“Very good appointment”
July 20, 2025
“I would recommend the entire group - especially my doctor.”
July 20, 2025
“Dr T is the best.”
July 17, 2025
“All good”
July 17, 2025
“Good”
July 13, 2025
“Good”
July 13, 2025
“I love Dr. Thorkildsen. He takes his time, listens to you, and doesn't rush through your appointment. Dr. Thorkildsen makes you feel like you are his only concern. I always feel like I was truly heard and my needs were met and my questions were answered.”
July 4, 2025
“Bruce G Thorkildsen, MD and St. Luke's has the best people!”
July 4, 2025
“When I cannot see my usual provider I have had good experiences with other providers here.”
June 18, 2025
“One of the earlier questions asked if someone from this office contacted me with the results of my bloodwork. Because My Chart is very easy to use, I have the opportunity to access my bloodwork within a few hours of the blood being taken. Dr. T. Is well aware that I review my bloodwork on line, so no additional pre-visit, is necessary.”
June 15, 2025
“My experience has always been very good with Dr. Thorkildsen. I have never waited past my appointment time. I never feel rushed. The office doesn't have to call with lab results because I always have an appointment to go over them. Everyone has always been pleasant. I love coming to this office!”
June 13, 2025
“Good experience”
June 13, 2025
“All good, no complaints.”
June 12, 2025
“Everything went well and all my questions were answered”
June 10, 2025
“Very happy with visit. No complaints.”
June 8, 2025
“Dr.Bruce Thorkildsen is excellent and wish more doctors were upfront and honest like him :)”
June 7, 2025
“Good experience”
June 7, 2025
“Dr. Thorkildsen is the best physician I have had. Also enjoy that G. is still there. She is very caring also.”
May 20, 2025
“Everyone is very friendly”
May 19, 2025
“Very satisfied with the care and courtesy.”
May 16, 2025
“Dr Thorkeldson is wonderful. Very good at explaining things. Listens to you and follows up on any concerns. Hope he practices for many years..”
April 28, 2025
“All good!”
April 22, 2025
“Decided that this provider would be my PCP”
April 21, 2025
“I like Dr. Torkelson because he listens to me and is honest with me, and is very knowledgeable about his profession!”
April 21, 2025
“Good visit”
April 20, 2025
“Bruce, Gail and the Staff there are Awesome.Very Cordial, Knowledgeable, Great CS.Love this Place! Nice New Office too!”
April 17, 2025
“Dr. Thorkildsen is the best PCP....(Name) is OUTSTANDING.”
April 14, 2025
“Please with office visit”
April 11, 2025
“Always excellent service from Dr T.Listens and explains what is needed. Understands my situation and clearly goes over things with me. I like him very much. Great nurses too.”
April 7, 2025
“Dr thorkildsen is really good& listens to u & explains everything we have been going to him for over 20 years”
April 7, 2025
“Dr. Thorkildsen is 5/5 stars.”
April 4, 2025
“Very good visit.”
March 31, 2025
“We love Bruce G Thorkildsen, MD and all St Luke's and their providers.”
March 23, 2025
“Very good”
March 15, 2025
“Always punctual, courteous, & open to discussion...”
March 14, 2025
“We had additional discussions about my wishes re end-of-life treatment. Also, we discussed what were not likely to become significant problems and what might be. Positive suggestions were given to prevent the occurrence of additional problems.”
March 4, 2025
“I always have a great experience in this office and all the St Lukes office's”
March 2, 2025
“St Lukes is the best. Always treated professionally. Highly recommend.”
March 1, 2025
“All went very well and the receptionist and The assistance to doctor T. We're very pleasant and nice to be around and friendly and welcoming. So nice to get good news and was very satisfied with treatment when the bad news comes that is when everybody gets a little more emotional.”
February 23, 2025
“On time, no wait, excellent experience. Everyone in office pleasant and professional.”
February 23, 2025
“I love Dr. T and the entire staff”
February 17, 2025
“Best doctor always a good visit”
February 14, 2025
“Dr T is very good, patient, experienced, kind. The nurse or PA is very good and nice. The staff person out front is very good. I rarely give high marks to SLUHN staff.”
February 13, 2025
“All Good, professional, caring, positive people”
February 10, 2025
“Keep it up with your good service Bruce G Thorkildsen, MD”
February 3, 2025
“I have only been to Dr. Thorkildsen, MD two times in which I received the diagnosis of dementia. He has been kind, informative, patient in this new change in my life. His guidance of steps needing to be taken have been very helpful.”
January 26, 2025
“Dr. Thorkildsen is the BEST!”
January 22, 2025
“Doctor Bruce G Thorkildsen, MD is and has been very professional and understanding when I visit him.”
January 16, 2025
“I have been going to Dr. Thorkildsen for around 20 years. He is an excellent physician, always concerned about my health and always takes time to answer any concerns I have.”
January 16, 2025
“We love Dr. Bruce G Thorkildsen, MD”
January 16, 2025
“Doctor Thorkildsen has been the epitome of what a good , caring doctor should be. He is always concerned about my health and my questions about my general well being. I cannot say enough about my care at his hands. It's a joy to know him!”
January 11, 2025
“Very pleased with care and treatment provided by Bruce G Thorkildsen, MD . Thank you.”
January 3, 2025
“All good”
December 26, 2024
“No complaints. I've been going to Dr. Thorkelson 20 years or more, and I have always been satisfied with him and his staff.”
December 19, 2024
“At my appointment with Dr. Thorkildsen, I have never had to wait past my appointment time. He never rushes through my appointment and addresses all of my concerns.”
December 17, 2024
“Nothing unusual occurred, my visits are generally a monitor of past conditions. Everything at the moment seems fine. Doctor Thorkildsen is my physician and he was largely responsible for saving my life almost 8 years ago. Thanks doctor T for everything.”
December 14, 2024
“Dr. Bruce did an Excellent Job! I would give him an 11 not a 10! Thank you for your expertise! Appreciate it ( NAME)”
December 13, 2024
“Good experience with Bruce G Thorkildsen, MD ”
December 10, 2024
“Dr.Thorkildsen has shown care, and is willing to explain every detail of my inquiries regarding my health,”
December 7, 2024
“Visit went well and provider Bruce G Thorkildsen, MD was very professional”
December 3, 2024
“Dr. Thorkildsen, MD is a great physician!”
December 2, 2024
“This visit Bruce G Thorkildsen, MD with went well.”
November 28, 2024
“Only good with Bruce G Thorkildsen, MD”
November 20, 2024
“Bruce G Thorkildsen, MD is the best doctor I ever had”
November 15, 2024
“Dr Thorkildsen always shows compassion and is always kind and professional”
November 15, 2024
“Excellent service as always with Bruce G Thorkildsen, MD”
November 9, 2024
“I always have a pleasant experience during my visits. I go every four weeks and I've never had a bad experience. Bruce G Thorkildsen, MD and the entire staff is extremely helpful and very respectful.”
November 7, 2024
“Dr. Thorkildsen is a wonderful provider. Always there to help.”
October 7, 2024
“DrBruce G Thorkildsen, MD is excellent”
September 27, 2024
“All services with the doctor and his staff are excellent at Bruce G Thorkildsen, MD office”
September 24, 2024
“Perfect with Bruce G Thorkildsen, MD”
September 22, 2024
“I have nothing but praise for Dr. Thorkildsen and the treatment that I have received from him and his assistant. They are always concerned about my general health and specific problems. Definitely an asset to the medical profession.”
September 16, 2024
5.0 RATING
“Good visit”
July 24, 2025