Dr. Matthew Crooks, MD | Scottsdale, AZ | Pain Medicine

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Dr. Matthew Crooks is a double board-certified, fellowship-trained interventional pain specialist. He has had the distinction of training with leading experts in pain medicine at two of the nation’s top hospitals, with extensive training in acute and chronic pain management, completing residency in Anesthesiology at Johns Hopkins Hospital. While at Johns Hopkins, he had the honor of being selected Chief Resident of the Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine for the 2008-2009 year.Delivering the highest quality patient care has been the primary focus of Dr. Crooks throughout his career in medicine. He believes that the best attribute a physician can have is the ability to listen to their patient, and to understand the importance of the doctor-patient relationship. This relationship is essential in managing chronic pain, restoring function, and getting back to life.Dr. Crooks has been practicing interventional pain medicine in Arizona since 2010, and has been voted a …“Top Doc” in Pain Management by Phoenix physicians in Phoenix Magazine. His clinical interests include spinal injections, radiofrequency ablation and neuromodulation by spinal cord stimulator. He is well versed in interventional and multimodal pain management, and is passionate about improving the lives of his patients by limiting the impact of chronic pain. He is a member in good standing of the Arizona Medical Association, North American Spine Society, American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians, and American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine.In his free time, Dr. Crooks enjoys basketball, tennis, traveling, and especially spending time with his wife and two sons.

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accepting new patients
4.8

151 Ratings
21 years of experience
speaks English
David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA
96 written reviews
2 specialties
4 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
7 office locations
Male

Patients express high satisfaction with Dr. Matthew Crooks, appreciating his attentive listening skills, professional knowledge, and empathetic bedside manner. Many reviews highlight the friendliness and professionalism of the staff, as well as the ease of communication and comfort experienced during visits. However, some patients have encountered issues with communication, particularly regarding administrative processes like prior authorizations, leading to frustration. Despite these concerns, the overall sentiment toward Dr. Crooks and his team is positive, with many patients recommending him for his caring approach and effective treatment plans.

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great physician, listens, analyzes and cures. We are lucky to have such a wonderful provider in the Phoenix area.

September 18th, 2025

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Dr. Crooks is amazing. The staff is great . Always comfortable in their hands . Thank you all.

November 12th, 2024

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Dr. Crooks and hi staff are always so caring and strive to make you feel better. Thank you so much to a great team!

October 1st, 2024

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Dr. Crooks knowledge and his mannerisms were admirable. I am confident of all future procedures with Dr. Crooks.

October 1st, 2024

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Great care from Dr Crooks! Really appreciate all he did for me. Really nice staff. Highly recommended!

August 13th, 2024

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Dr Crooks was great. Took the time to listen to my problems and made a plan for my future health. Would happily recommend him to others

August 12th, 2024

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Amazing, helpful staff. Super friendly. Dr Crooks was easy to talk to and listened attentively. Would definitely recommend their office!

June 25th, 2024

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Dr Crooks is friendly, very knowledgeable and professional. He took the time to answer all of my concerns and he then made recommendations to address them. Everyone at the office is very friendly and helpful.

April 22nd, 2024

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Everyone here was absolutely wonderful !!! These folks TRULY care. I would DEFINITELY recommend.

April 22nd, 2024

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This is a safe environment. The staff and doctors are very personable, empathic. They never forget their patients. God please continue blessing them.

January 24th, 2024

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Dr. Matthew Crooks, MD	Dr. Derek Craig Higgins, DO	Dr. Azmi Nasser, DO	Dr. Diane Lea Pond, MD
Pain Medicine	Pain Medicine	Pain Medicine	Anesthesiology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.8 (151 Ratings)	5 (2 Ratings)	3.5 (14 Ratings)	5 (2 Ratings)
21 Years of Experience	19 Years of Experience	21 Years of Experience	33 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English, Spanish
Scottsdale , AZ	Gilbert , AZ	Phoenix , AZ	Phoenix , AZ
Med School: Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences		Med School: Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific	Med School: STANFORD UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Arizona, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA

Residency

Johns Hopkins University

Medical School

Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & SciencesGraduated in 2005

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