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Dr. Dennis Crandall, MD

Dr. Dennis Crandall, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Dennis Crandall, MD is an orthopedic spine surgeon in Tempe, AZ and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine in 1988. He is affiliated with HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 45 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (45 reviews)

Practice

1255 W Rio Salado Pkwy Ste 107 Tempe, AZ 85281
Telehealth available

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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Crandall specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. See reviews
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Dr. Crandall's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Crandall

4.3
45 ratings, 24 with a written review
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Dr Crandall is nothing but a hatchet man for workers comp may God help his soul for the things that he does to people who are in need of care but he does nothing but look out for the bottom line for the insurance companies and workers comp he's a lying charlatan
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Apr 04, 2025
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Follow up spinal surgery
I had my 6 month visit after my last spinal surgery which added 9 more levels to my 6 levels previously fused. I am not having any pain and because he pulled my spin back I am no long walking hunched over.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Steven Hohol – Apr 01, 2023
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SAD
I have severe back problems which are well documented by multiple MRI's. I had to stop working and this "so called doctor" reported back to the Work Comp Insurance Company (ACIP) I had no problems. If you are looking for a competent doctor, I'd look elsewhere. This doctor has no interest in making an objective medical opinion. I'm sure him remaining in the Work Comp Treating network is dependent on him siding with the insurance company. VERY SAD.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Dec 30, 2022
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As always, courteous, friendly and professional. Took the time to answer all my questions.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Larry – Feb 18, 2022
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He is always so nice and explains everything so you can understand. I would recommend to everybody.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Karen Craig – Sep 25, 2021
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After years of conservative efforts to treat my spinal stenosis, nothing really worked and my condition was worsening. However, I had closed my mind against any open back surgery. But after consultation with Dr.. Crandall I felt totally confident that it was what I will do.. He explained everything so thoroughly and with such warmth and compassion that I was totally at ease and looking forward to hiss successful treatment. He is truly a fine clinician and a very nice person.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Brenda Hargrave – Sep 19, 2021
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My visit was a follow-up with Dr. Crandall. All was professional as usual.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 14, 2021
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Concise. Conservative. Straightforward.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
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May 25, 2021
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Dr Crandall took the time to review with me and explained it in very easy to understand English. He also did testing of my back and right leg and recommended one more test to be sure of what was going on with my numbness, cramps and associated pain. Test to be done by an outside MRI company on February 25, 2021. After MRI done I will make an appointment with Dr Crandall to review results.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Martin J Dewald – Feb 20, 2021
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He takes the time to listen even though he has a busy schedule.i had been around a lots of Doctors my entire life.Dr. Crandall has been the only doctor that had listen and try to help my painful condition, always felt he was honest and genuine concern about my condition.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Walter Cubias – Oct 14, 2020
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went smooth, no long wait, very friendly. luv dennis crandall took me out of pain, and gave me a majority of my movement back!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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dana morris – Jun 23, 2020
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Very caring, warm-hearted doctor. He inspires trust.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Pauline Reyes – Jun 09, 2020
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Would definitely recommend Dr Crandall have been a patient for 15 years very knowledgeable and spends time as needed explaining procedures and treatment.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Kate Vidger – Jun 09, 2020
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Back surgery successful. Thanks again, Dr. Crandall. Visit was very positive, always kind and helpful. Great surgeon ! Great Man !
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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C. Webb Crockett – May 27, 2020
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Dr. Crandall is an amazing doctor and surgeon who is always very personable during visits. I highly recommend him!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Linda Beckman – May 27, 2020
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Dr. Crandall is a good Spine Doctor and cares about his patients. He was up front about my spine and concern about my thoughts and I will continue to see him. I recommend Dr. Crandall to anyone who has back problems, give Dr. Crandall a chance what do you got to lose.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Conrad Estudillo – May 22, 2020
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He’s a good diagnostician, smart and good bedside manner.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 22, 2020
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I found Dr Crandall 10 years ago. He was strongly recommended to me by an orthopedic surgeon from Tucson. I have ongoing degenerative disc disease and my first surgery was 23 years ago in Indiana. In the last 10 years Dr Crandall has fused my cervical and my lumbar areas. The latest was 3 months ago when he fused all of my lumbar. He is an exceptional surgeon and I would have no one else operating on my spine! I sincerely hope that he will always be available (not retire) as long as I need him! He is the best...
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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AZ – Jul 12, 2019
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Thank You Very much
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Rick in Yuma, AZ – Sep 08, 2018
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I would trust no else with my spine but Dr. Crandall
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 21, 2018
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About Me

biography

Dr. Dennis Crandall, MD is an orthopedic spine surgeon in Tempe, AZ and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine in 1988. He is affiliated with HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
  • Orthopedic Spine Surgery

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  • Arizona State University

    Undergraduate School
  • University Of Maryland Med Systems

    Fellowship Hospital, 1994
  • Saint Louis University

    Residency Hospital, 1993
  • Saint Louis University School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 1993
  • Saint Louis University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1988
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Sonoran Physical Therapy1255 W Rio Salado Pkwy Ste 107 Tempe, AZ 85281
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  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 3:00pm
    • Tue: closed
    • Wed: closed
    • Thu: 8:00am - 3:00pm
    • Fri: closed
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Practice

Sonora Quest Laboratories LLC1432 S Dobson Rd Ste 201 Mesa, AZ 85202
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Practice

Office2610 N 3rd St Ste B Phoenix, AZ 85004
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center

    9003 E Shea Blvd
    Scottsdale, AZ 85260
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

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