J. Stuart Crutchfield, M.D., FACS

Biography

Dr. J. Stuart Crutchfield, M.D., FACS is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. He specializes in brain, spinal, and peripheral nerve surgery.

“My goal as a neurosurgeon is to treat patients with compassion and care. I endeavor to be very precise and meticulous in my examinations and surgeries. I realize that there is not just a physical side to ailments but that there is also an emotional and spiritual side as well. I view patients as my friends. Finally, I consider it an honor to be a neurosurgeon and to have the awesome responsibility to care for people.”

Degrees and Education

Awards and Appointments

• Dean’s Distinguished List for Academic Achievement (1980–1984)
• Phi Beta Kappa, Baylor University
• Alpha Omega Alpha, Baylor College of Medicine
• Hospital Memberships:
  • Mother Frances Hospital
  • East Texas Medical Center
  • Tyler Rehabilitation Hospital

Professional Memberships

• American Medical Association
• American Association of Neurological Surgeons
• American Board of Neurological Surgery
• American College of Surgeons
• Congress of Neurological Surgeons
• Texas Medical Association
• Smith County Medical Society
• Licensed in the state of Texas

Papers and Presentations

Dr. J. Stuart Crutchfield has authored several publications, editorials, and professional presentations.