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Dr. Grace Crittenden, MD

Dr. Grace Crittenden, MD

Internal Medicine*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Grace Crittenden, MD is an internist in San Luis Obispo, CA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Hawaii at Manoa John A. Burns School of Medicine in 1976. She is affiliated with French Hospital Medical Center. She is not accepting new patients.

2.9 Star Rating
Based on 28 reviews 2.9 Star Rating (28 reviews)

Practice

1250 Peach St Ste B San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

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Dr. Crittenden's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Crittenden

2.9
28 ratings, 13 with a written review
5 star
43%
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4 star
4%
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3 star
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2 star
7%
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1 star
46%
46%

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My appointment with her was very disappointing. She seemed disinterested and yawned throughout our entire encounter. She did not provide adequate feedback to my inquiries and acted like she didn’t even want to be there. I never went back.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Nov 10, 2021
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I have told many people how much I love Dr. Crittenden. She is the most caring doctor I've ever had. She answers all my questions and asks if there are any other conditions that I want to tell her about. As of June 30, 2021, she will be retired but after many interviews, she has chosen another female doctor to replace her and has made appointments for all her patients to meet her. Of course, we can stay or find another doctor on our own. However, after 20 years or so of being a patient of Dr. Crittenden, I look forward to meeting her choice. My only disappointment is that I wanted to stay with Dr. C. as long as I live! May she have a wonderful retirement!!!
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Eunice Alderman – Jun 26, 2021
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My mom has been treated TERRIBLE by this so called doctor but because she does not have many other options up here in San Luis Obispo she has no choice . It is very common to have her wait over an hour past her appointment . She is 87 years old and this treatment is UN-ACCEPTABLE . Kevin A. Lee
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Kevin Lee – Dec 12, 2020
Kevin, we certainly apologize for the experience... Read More
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Explains things well. Gives as much time as a person needs to understand his/her physical problem,etc
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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The Rev. Faye Hogan+ – May 20, 2020
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Always excellent! The wait to get in at your appt. time can be long, but you understand why when it's your turn. Thoughtful, caring, listens well and you never feel rushed.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Sharon in Pismo Beach, CA – Feb 26, 2019
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Several days after having lab work done I called Dr. Crittenden's office to request a copy of my lab results. I was asked if I could hold and responded yes. The call was placed between 2:00 & 3:00 in the afternoon. I HELD for 9 minutes. I was frustrated by the amount of time I was kept on hold.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jean Webb – Sep 05, 2018
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first appointment and really impressed , caring a nd listens
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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John Peschong in slo – Apr 06, 2017
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I find Dr. Crittenden to be very personal and caring. She gave me her cellphone number during a difficult health time. She is amazing! I would recommend her to anyone.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Sandra White in Los Osos, CA – Apr 04, 2017
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She was a scattered quack. She asked me what kind of medication I wanted to take????what??
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Mel in Arroyo Grande, CA – Mar 22, 2017
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Sad to say you are better off going to a Veterinarian if you go to this doctor. Animals get better care and empathy. Dr. C. is probably a nice person outside of her profession, but has little patience and too much power when it comes to playing with people's mental and physical well being. I am under the care of specialists who can not prescribe me the medication I have been on for years because Dr. C. refuseses to fill them at my exspense. I am looking for another doctor. You can have her.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
4 others found this helpful
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me in Atascadero, CA – Dec 03, 2016
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I wont be going back to this physician. She came in the room disorganized and seeming distracted. She sat with me telling me to stop taking vitamins and all supplements because the "Average American diet" is enough. We talked briefly about my PMDD...her response, "Eventually you will get used to it" and "Why not just take a few days off work every month." I understand everyone practices medicine differently but this was just crazy.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 others found this helpful
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Susie in San Luis Obispo, CA – Oct 04, 2016
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Dr. Crittenden has been my physical for years. I find her extraordinarily caring, helpful, professional and informative.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
8 others found this helpful
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Pandora in Los Osos, CA – Feb 10, 2016
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She is very caring and thorough, and takes plenty of time to answer questions and explain things.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
7 others found this helpful
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Vera in San Luis Obispo – Feb 02, 2016
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  • Internal Medicine

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  • Baylor College Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 1982
  • University Of Hawaii At Manoa John A. Burns School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1976
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

James W. Lawler M.D. A Prof Corp1250 Peach St Ste B San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
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Practice

Marian Regional Medical Center1400 E Church St Santa Maria, CA 93454
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • French Hospital Medical Center

    1911 Johnson Ave
    San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

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