Evan H. Crain, MD | Newark, CE | Orthopedic Surgery

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Evan H. Crain, M.D.

Board-Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon

Dr. Crain was a Top Doc from 2008 - 2018.His special interests are Knee and Shoulder Surgery, Sports Medicine, Arthroscopic Surgery, Upper extremity/Hand, Knee Replacement, and Fractures.

In the late 1990s he was Team physician for several sports organizations, including the Wilmington Rugby Club, the Delaware Smash tennis team and the Delaware Diamondbacks. He has been in private practice since 1995 and with First State Orthopaedics since 2000.

Certification

Diplomate, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Fellow, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Diplomate, National Board of Medical Examiners

Hospital Affiliations

Christiana Care Health System
St. Francis Hospital
First State Surgicenter

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Always pleasant will to make things better with out hurting you. Always looking ahead to provide the best care, giving alternatives to help with any issues. My original surgery was great with a speedy recovery

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First State Orthopaedics - An OrthoDeleware Company

4051 Ogletown-Stanton Rd.Newark, CE 19713

Mon7:00 am - 5:30 pm

Tue7:00 am - 5:30 pm

Wed7:00 am - 5:30 pm

Thu7:00 am - 5:30 pm

Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm

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First State Orthopaedics - An OrthoDeleware Company

1401 Foulk RdWilmington, DE 19803

Mon7:00 am - 5:30 pm

Tue7:00 am - 5:30 pm

Wed7:00 am - 5:30 pm

Thu7:00 am - 5:30 pm

Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm

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accepting new patients
4.7

290 Ratings
22 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
San Diego Sports Medicine Fellowship / University of California San Diego
257 written reviews
1 award
6 specialties
8 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Evan H. Crain's Ratings and Reviews

4.7

290 Ratings with 257 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 16 Minutes

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Had a good bedside manner: (222) Did WellNeeds Improvement (11)
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Provided follow-up after the visit: (180) Did WellNeeds Improvement (11)
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Dr. Crain is extremely knowledgeable. Explains test results in length and provides the best solutions.

June 2nd, 2026

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Great visit. Speedy and extremely thorough. Dr. Crane provided the best nonsugical alternative to my knee issues. 100^ satisfied with Dt. Crane and everyone on staff.

June 2nd, 2026

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Excellent visit. The doctor explained everything clearly enough for me to understand. He explained in clear details of the plan moving forward. He was very pleasant and professional.

June 2nd, 2026

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Excellent Doctor. Very personable

May 28th, 2026

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Always pleasant will to make things better with out hurting you. Always looking ahead to provide the best care, giving alternatives to help with any issues. My original surgery was great with a speedy recovery

May 28th, 2026

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Dr. Crane is fantastic. Got my shoulder back up and running in five months. Excellent postoperative care and rehab rehabilitation program. Highly recommended in my opinion he is simply the best.

May 19th, 2026

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Dr. Crain is always helpful always with a smile and very knowledgeable about the knee.. Love to visit his office. Everyone is great. He is top-notch.

May 14th, 2026

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Dr. Crain is excellent. Always enjoy visit and he is extremely knowledgeable. JRB

May 12th, 2026

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Very helpful, good listener, clear explanations.

May 7th, 2026

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Scheduling to see Dr. Crain was very easy and he provided information to make further decisions for care. He listened to my questions and concerned and I didn’t feel rushed. Entire staff was excellent! Thank you!

May 7th, 2026

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EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

San Diego Sports Medicine Fellowship / University of California San Diego

Residency

University of Maryland & Shock Trauma center

University of Maryland Medical System

R. Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center

Medical School

New York University School Of Medicine

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