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Dr. Nicholas Crosby, MD

Dr. Nicholas Crosby, MD

Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Nicholas Crosby, MD is a hand and upper extremity surgery specialist in Indianapolis, IN and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Crosby has extensive experience in Hand & Wrist Surgery and Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery. He graduated from Wake Forest University in 2008. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Franciscan Health Lafayette East and Ascension St. Vincent Hospital-Indianapolis. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 67 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (67 reviews)

Indiana Hand to Shoulder Center

8501 Harcourt Rd Indianapolis, IN 46260
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Crosby is affiliated with Franciscan Health Lafayette East Lafayette, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for orthopedic surgery.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Crosby specializes in the areas of Hand Surgery & 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.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Crosby's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Crosby

4.9
67 ratings, 49 with a written review
5 star
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3 star
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Outstanding
Dr. Crosby is very thorough and has great knowledge. He does his best to provide the most effective services for your condition.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Apr 24, 2025
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Straight to the point
I love his honestly and felt he knew my concern immediately as a new patient. After 4 opinions because no one felt comfortable operating on me, he is willing to try. I’m 34 with a long life ahead (God willing). Being in chronic elbow pain due to a deformity is discouraging. I don’t want to live off medication. I’d like to try other options first. Thank you for not wasting my time and having a honest conversation of expectations and taking a chance on me.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Iesha – Mar 18, 2025
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Hand Dr
Dr Crosby is an amazing physician. He has the expertise and still cares about patients
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 29, 2025
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The Best
Dr. Crosby is the best! Tells me what’s going to happen, what the recovery will take, and stays on top of things post surgery. World Class!!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Thankful – Dec 17, 2024
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Dr Crosby is very professional and good about explaining what needs to be done.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Dec 17, 2024
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Surgery consultation
He reviewed all my options and pros and cons. Very efficient and professional
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Oct 08, 2024
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Bart
Very professional group. Great patient care and explained everything in detail. Dr. Crosby was super, the information that he supplied was perfect.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Bart – Aug 30, 2024
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He explained the surgery and my recovery thoroughly.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Jul 17, 2024
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Thumb release
I have had an initial cortisone shot and a follow up 2 months later. Crosby and staff have always been welcoming and let me know my options and where things stand with my care.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Thumbs up – May 27, 2024
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My experience
I had heard great things, but my initial experience felt a bit rushed and left me with a tremendous amount of anxiety. I will be seeing this doctor for follow up appointments so more to come.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
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May 09, 2024
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Dr Crosby and his entire staff was down to Earth and friendly. Dr. Crosby knew exactly what was wrong with in 2 minutes and I was immediately sent upstairs to get a brace. The woman who fitted me for the brace had a lot of knowledge on her craft it was a smooth experience!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Mar 09, 2024
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Shoulder Visit
Went over all my electives. Staff was knowledgeable and friendly
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Mike saylor – Feb 10, 2024
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Highly recommend
Staff is great. Wait time was tolerable. Dr Crosby is so nice. One stopped shop, they cast in office!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Ashley – Feb 06, 2024
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First time patient
Friendly staff. Didn’t have to wait long even after getting checkin and in not long of a wait in the room befor seeing the doctor!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Dec 16, 2023
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Dr Crosby is so nice and very caring, he always seems to really care about me.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Oct 10, 2023
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Punctual and thorough
Dr. Crosby and his PA Kathleen were extremely thorough. They answered all of my questions and gave me great guidance! When it’s time for surgery, I will definitely be back!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Marcie Douglass – Oct 03, 2023
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Was a very nice and caring person. Did a very through job of evaluating my wrist. Explained everything in simple language.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Aug 10, 2023
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Dr. Crosby listened and explained himself very well
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 10, 2023
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I appreciate that Dr. Crosby is very direct and also listens to the patient's views and questions.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 08, 2023
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Great Experience
Very friendly and knowledgeable staff. Dr was very polite and explained everything very well.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 13, 2023
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About Me

care philosophy

Indiana Hand to Shoulder Center was founded with the vision of delivering the highest quality patient care, providing the most respected postgraduate upper extremity training, and maintaining a work environment that provides satisfaction, pride,...read more
  • Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Hamot Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2013
  • Indiana Hand Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2013
  • Hamot Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 2009
  • Wake Forest University

    Medical School, 2008
  • University Of Utah

    Undergraduate School, 2003
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Hand Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Indiana Hand to Shoulder Center

Indiana Hand to Shoulder Center8501 Harcourt Rd Indianapolis, IN 46260
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

IU Health Arnett Physicians Family Medicine

Iu Health Arnett Hospital5165 McCarty Ln Lafayette, IN 47905
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Practice

Hand Surgery Associates of Indiana Inc.8820 S Meridian St Ste 235 Indianapolis, IN 46217
3

Practice

IU Health Arnett , IN5177 McCarty Ln Lafayette, IN 47905
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Franciscan Health Lafayette East

    1701 S Creasy Ln
    Lafayette, IN 47905
    Recipient of 19
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Ascension St. Vincent Hospital-Indianapolis

    2001 W 86th St
    Indianapolis, IN 46260
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Indiana University Health Arnett Hospital

    5165 McCarty Ln
    Lafayette, IN 47905
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

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

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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