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Dr. John Crawford, MD

Dr. John Crawford, MD

Pediatrics*
30+ years of experience

Dr. John Crawford, MD is a pediatrician in Knoxville, TN and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine in 1993. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Parkwest Medical Center and Starr Regional Medical Center Athens. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.4 Star Rating
Based on 33 reviews 3.4 Star Rating (33 reviews)

Practice

1422 Old Weisgarber Rd Knoxville, TN 37909
Telehealth available

Care Philosophy

"I seek to take care of patients the way that I would want my family taken care of. Good outcomes are everyone's top priority, but patient and parent satisfaction is also highly important. My sense of satisfaction de..."

- Dr. John Crawford, MD

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Crawford specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Crawford's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Crawford

3.4
33 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 star
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3 star
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Horrible experience!!
My son was having bilateral foot pain and always walked on his toes he seen Dr Crawford and he did x-rays and casted my son that day It took 2 guys to cast my sons feet one of them bent his feet into position while the other one wrapped my son was screaming in pain the whole time at 5 am he was still screaming begging God to help him took my son back 2 weeks later he said the cast didn't do any good and was going to recast him I told him no if it didn't help he wasn't going back through the pain he said to bring him back when he was 9 and they would do a tendon release July 9th 2021 my son had a release when he was out of his cast 2 weeks pain was still bad Dr C told me kids don't have pain like that after this surgery and that I was in denial of my son being a growing boy it's now Nov 5 2022 my son can barley walk he sees a pain specialist pt and ot he has a misfiring nervous system causing chronic pain He also put in my son's chart he rated his pain 0/10 at visits that's a lie!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
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
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Amber Crabtree – Nov 05, 2022
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Good bedside manor and knowledgeable but don't plan on being seen on time or within the hour of your appointment. Takes time once you see the doctor but seems to overbook and leaves you waiting in the waiting room for hours. My time is valuable also.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
3 others found this helpful
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May 12, 2020
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Would not go back to this doctor. Told me PT & shoe orthotics was a waste of time & money. Explained that both have helped with my sons foot pain. My sons hip has started to hurt & doctor says there is nothing wrong with him and the pain is not real. Told me to tell my son to suck it up because he is perfectly normal.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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Jan 17, 2020
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Dr.Crawford done a tendon repair on my right ankle several years back Couldn’t have asked for a better doctor. He listened to every concern I had leading up to the moments before surgery and explained everything in detailed. Several days after my surgery I had an allergic reaction to my cast called doctor Crawford and he got me in without troubles. (Wasn’t his fault I didn’t know I was allergic to plaster) The surgery site healed up very nice. We’re 5 years later now and doing CrossFit so far so good thanks to him! I highly recommend doctor Crawford to anyone.
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
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Aug 11, 2019
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My 16 year old daughter began having some back pain in January 2019. It became gradually worse over the next few months. She was referred to Dr. Crawford who diagnosed her with Radiculopathy based on only one x-ray. He also referred her to a physical therapist and said she was to complete 12 weeks of physical therapy. After only 4 or 5 visits, the PT she was seeing told her she believed it was something more serious. After another visit or 2 the PT's said they felt something bulging from her back and that therapy was making it worse. They also said they didn't want to touch her anymore out of fear of doing more damage. We called Dr. Crawford twice and told him this. He ignored us and told us to continue with PT. I then made an appointment with him to discuss her worsening condition. At this point she could not get in and out of bed, could barely walk and had a hard time just riding in a car. At that visit he began complaining about the physical therapists as he was walking in the door.
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
7 others found this helpful
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Aug 08, 2019
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Dr Crawford is an amazing doctor. My daughter had a triplane fracture. That needed surgery and he did very well explaining to her what he was going to have to do. So she wouldn't be so scared. I would highly recommend him to anybody else.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 28, 2019
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Dr. Crawford is a wonderful human being and an excellent Orthopedic Surgeon with impeccable bed side manners, attentive, caring, and a good listener. I cannot say enough about his good qualities, I was fortunate to have him put me back together after sustaining multiple femur fractures, along with fracturing my left elbow. Thank you John Crawford.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Mihceal Thomas in Knoxville, TN – Jul 24, 2016
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Dr. Crawford is an outstanding physician in his field and takes incredible care of his patients. He was patient and willing to answer all of our questions, as well as our child's concerns. He has given our son his life back and we will forever be indebted to him for this. His staff is always friendly and helpful and he is thorough on follow up and recovery. I would not take my child to anyone else.
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
4 others found this helpful
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Knoxville, TN – May 07, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

I seek to take care of patients the way that I would want my family taken care of. Good outcomes are everyone's top priority, but patient and parent satisfaction is also highly important. My sense of satisfaction depends on the patient being satisfied. In addition to technical expertise, I place value on good communication.
  • Pediatrics

  • Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Duke University Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2001
  • William Beaumont Army Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1994
  • Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1993
  • United States Military Academy

    Undergraduate School, 1988
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Orthotennessee PC1422 Old Weisgarber Rd Knoxville, TN 37909
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Practice

Orthotennessee PC260 Fort Sanders West Blvd Knoxville, TN 37922
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Practice

Orthotennessee PC7750 Dannaher Dr Powell, TN 37849
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Office256 Fort Sanders West Blvd Ste 200 Knoxville, TN 37922
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Parkwest Medical Center

    9352 Park West Blvd
    Knoxville, TN 37923
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Starr Regional Medical Center Athens

    1114 W Madison Ave
    Athens, TN 37303
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023)

    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.

    85%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    9% higher than the national average

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    View all patient feedback
  • Blount Memorial Hospital

    907 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy
    Maryville, TN 37804

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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