
Overview
William Crawford, MD, is a foot and ankle specialist practicing at Texas Orthopaedic Associates, which has state-of-the-art offices near the Presbyterian Hospital campus in Dallas and clinics in Plano, Weatherford, Keller, and Fort Worth, Texas. Dr. Crawford was raised in Fort Worth and graduated Phi Beta Kappa from The University of Texas at Austin, where he received a bachelor’s degree in Plan II honors curriculum and biology in 2006. He went on to graduate from The University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas in 2010. Following medical school, Dr. Crawford completed his residency training in orthopaedic surgery at John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth, followed by fellowship training in foot and ankle/lower extremity trauma at the Florida Orthopaedic Institute in Tampa, Florida. He is board-certified in orthopaedic surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Dr. Crawford is the director of the foot and ankle rotation at the John Peter Smith Orthopaedic Surgical residency program. He is also a team physician for Texas Christian University and a consultant for the XFL. Dr. Crawford places a high priority on providing compassionate surgical and non-surgical treatments, with a focus on the foot and ankle. His comprehensive approach to foot and ankle care includes minimally-invasive surgeries, arthroscopy, ligament reconstruction, fracture care, post-traumatic reconstruction, and deformity correction to promote optimal healing, function, and mobility. When not caring for his patients, Dr. Crawford enjoys spending time with his family, playing guitar and tennis, and following all things sports related. He is a member of the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society and a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. He speaks fluent Spanish.
Dr. Crawford is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Achilles Tendon Rupture, Metatarsalgia, and Plantar Fasciitis.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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5900 Altamesa Blvd, Fort Worth, TX 76132
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. William S. Crawford
How do I make an appointment with Dr. William S. Crawford?
You can book an appointment with Dr. William S. Crawford by calling their office at 817-854-9969. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. William S. Crawford a top-rated expert for Tendinitis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. William S. Crawford is classified as an Advanced expert for Tendinitis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. William S. Crawford specialize in?
While Dr. William S. Crawford is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Tendinitis, Achilles Tendon Rupture, and Metatarsalgia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. William S. Crawford participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. William S. Crawford has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Tendinitis. You can view a list of Dr. William S. Crawford's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. William S. Crawford accept my insurance?
Dr. William S. Crawford accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 817-854-9969 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Achilles Tendon RuptureDr. Crawford isAdvanced. Learn about Achilles Tendon Rupture.
- MetatarsalgiaDr. Crawford isAdvanced. Learn about Metatarsalgia.
- Osgood-Schlatter DiseaseDr. Crawford isAdvanced. Learn about Osgood-Schlatter Disease.
- Osteochondritis DissecansDr. Crawford isAdvanced. Learn about Osteochondritis Dissecans.
- Plantar FasciitisDr. Crawford isAdvanced. Learn about Plantar Fasciitis.
- TendinitisDr. Crawford isAdvanced. Learn about Tendinitis.
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- Acute PainDr. Crawford isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pain.
- BunionsDr. Crawford isExperienced. Learn about Bunions.
- BursitisDr. Crawford isExperienced. Learn about Bursitis.
- CHST3-Related Skeletal DysplasiaDr. Crawford isExperienced. Learn about CHST3-Related Skeletal Dysplasia.
- Claw FootDr. Crawford isExperienced. Learn about Claw Foot.
- ClubfootDr. Crawford isExperienced. Learn about Clubfoot.

