
Overview
Zachary Crawford, M.D. provides orthopedic spine care to patients in our Brookhaven and Sandy Springs locations. He is a board eligible orthopedic spine surgeon and specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery techniques that allow for less post operative pain and faster recovery times. He performs all spinal surgeries including anterior and posterior cervical decompressions and fusions, cervical disc replacements, cervical laminoplasties, lumbar microdiscectomies and laminectomies, and thoracic and lumbar anterior, lateral and posterior fusions, all through minimally invasive approaches. In addition to spinal conditions, Dr. Crawford treats patients with work injuries, arthritis and degenerative conditions and fractures.Dr. Crawford attended medical school and completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the University of Cincinnati. He then went on to complete an orthopedic spine surgery fellowship at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Crawford has been published in multiple publications and journals and has also presented at orthopedic and spine meetings across the country including AAOS and NASS.Dr. Crawford's philosophy of care is rooted in compassion, honesty, and shared decision-making. He believes in doing the right surgery for the right patient at the right time, which often means starting with conservative, non-surgical options. His mission is to ensure every patient feels heard, cared for, and confident as we work together to restore their quality of life.
His clinical expertise encompasses Diskitis, Spondylolisthesis, Scaphoid Non-Union, and Bone Graft.
Dr. Crawford is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 12 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Crawford is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
1150 Hammond Dr, Ste 520, Atlanta, GA 30328
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Zachary T. Crawford
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Zachary T. Crawford?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Zachary T. Crawford by calling their office at 404-301-8270. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Zachary T. Crawford a top-rated expert for Diskitis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Zachary T. Crawford is classified as an Experienced expert for Diskitis, 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. Zachary T. Crawford specialize in?
While Dr. Zachary T. Crawford is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Diskitis, Spondylolisthesis, and Scaphoid Non-Union. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Zachary T. Crawford participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Zachary T. Crawford has published 12 articles and abstracts on conditions like Diskitis. You can view a list of Dr. Zachary T. Crawford's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Zachary T. Crawford accept my insurance?
Dr. Zachary T. Crawford accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Humana. We recommend calling the office directly at 404-301-8270 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Bone GraftDr. Crawford isExperienced. Learn about Bone Graft.
- DiskitisDr. Crawford isExperienced. Learn about Diskitis.
- Scaphoid Non-UnionDr. Crawford isExperienced. Learn about Scaphoid Non-Union.
- SpondylolisthesisDr. Crawford isExperienced. Learn about Spondylolisthesis.

