Dr. William B. Crafton, MD | Cincinnati, OH | General Surgeon

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Dr. William Crafton treats back pain, back pain during pregnancy, and back pain in children and teens, and performs physical therapy, manual therapy, and strength training. He practices surgery and thoracic surgery and has 44 years of experience. Dr. Crafton is affiliated with The Christ Hospital and sees patients in Cincinnati, Ohio. He earned his medical degree from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Crafton 4.55 out of 5.

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accepting new patients
4.5

31 Ratings
44 years of experience
7 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine
8 written reviews
3 specialties
3 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
3 office locations
Male

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

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Dr. Crafton's Ratings and Reviews

4.5

31 Ratings with 8 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 17 Minutes

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My procedure went perfectly well and Dr. Crafton personally followed up multiple times with me to make sure that I was recovering and doing well.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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July 8th, 2019

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I have worked in health care for 35 years. I would only choose Dr. Crafton to perform my procedures. He has great patient skills and excellent surgical skills. My choice.

January 23rd, 2019

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Great bedside manners experienced, knowledgeable, caring, ninja

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

January 2nd, 2019

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He was professional, nice. I felt like I was in good hands. He is excellent, very particular and caring.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

October 7th, 2018

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Hands down the best general surgeon in the Cincinnati area.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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August 23rd, 2018

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the best

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

December 2nd, 2016

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Dr. Crafton is honestly the best Surgeon around! I have family members who have had other general surgeons operate on them and none of them compare to the work and bedside manner that this doctor has! I wouldn't recommend anyone other than him!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

July 2nd, 2015

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I have had several surgeries all with complications until I found Dr. Crafton. I had no complications following my surgery and he did a great job on my incision and follow-up care. He also operated on my husband with no complications. Excellent doctor! He is worth any of the time you have to wait to see him.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

February 21st, 2014

The Christ Hospital Physicians Surgical Oncology

2123 Auburn Ave Ste 242Cincinnati, OH 45219

Tel: (513) 585-0694

Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

The Christ Hospital

2139 Auburn AveCincinnati, OH 45219

Tel: (513) 585-2000

University Of Cincinnati Medical Center

3188 Bellevue AveCincinnati, OH 45219

Tel: (513) 584-1000


Dr. William Boyd Crafton, MD	Dr. Mauricio Andres Perez, MD	Dr. John Gardiner	Dr. Kathleen Margaret Curry
Surgery	Other	Other	Other
Accepts New Patients
4.5 (31 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
44 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Cincinnati , OH	Blue Ash , OH	Cincinnati , OH	Cincinnati , OH
Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine
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Accepts Medicare
Accepts Medicaid
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Medicare
Medicare - Medicare
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Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)
Other
Thoracic Surgery

Dr. William Boyd Crafton holds an active medical license in the state of Ohio.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Ohio that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine in 1982.

NPI Number

Dr. Crafton's NPI number is 1588731533.

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Where is Dr. William Crafton's office located?: Dr. William Crafton's office is located at 2123 Auburn Ave Ste 242, Cincinnati, OH, 45219.
Which hospitals is Dr. William Crafton affiliated with?: Dr. William Crafton is affiliated with The Christ Hospital.

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