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Dr. Robert Cranston, MD

Dr. Robert Cranston, MD

Neurology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Robert Cranston, MD is a neurologist in Urbana, IL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 1982. He is affiliated with medical facilities Carle Foundation Hospital and Crawford Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 10 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (10 reviews)

Practice

611 W Park St Urbana, IL 61801
(217) 383-3440

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Cranston is affiliated with Carle Foundation Hospital Urbana, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for neurology.

Dr. Cranston is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Cranston specializes in the areas of Neurology & Neurology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Stroke Care Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Cranston's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cranston

4.9

10 ratings, 2 with a written review
5 Star
90%
90%
4 Star
10%
10%
3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
0%
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What went well
  • 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
4 people found this helpful
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Jenelle Dorner in Bloomington, Indiana – Mar 31, 2018
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What went well
  • 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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Tdh in Danville, IL – Dec 29, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Patient-centered, collaborative, compassionate, quality care

biography

Besides medical school, residency, and neurology fellowship, and two masters degrees, I am also an ICF ACC-certified executive coach, and medical ethicist. I completed a one-year Ethics Fellowship at University of Chicago in 2003, and chaired...read more

  • Neurology

  • Medical Ethics

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

  • Masters Of Healthcare Administration University Of Texas, Dallas

    2013

  • Master Of Arts, Bioethics, Trinity International University, Magna Cum Laude

    2002

  • University Of Minnesota

    Fellowship Hospital, 1991

  • University Of Arizona College Of Medicine – Phoenix

    Residency Hospital, 1990

  • University Of California, San Francisco, Fresno Medical Education Program

    Internship Hospital, 1983

  • University Of Illinois College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1982

  • Greenville University, Ba Biology Cum Laude

    Undergraduate School, 1977
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
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Neurology
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
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Neurology
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Dr. Cranston is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Carle Foundation Hospital611 W Park St Urbana, IL 61801
    1

    Practice

    Carle602 W University Ave Urbana, IL 61801
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Crawford Memorial Hospital

      1000 N Allen St
      Robinson, IL 62454

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

      90%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      88%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      6% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Carle Foundation Hospital

      611 W Park St
      Urbana, IL 61801
      Recipient of 29
      hospital awards

      Stroke Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

      Superior clinical outcomes in the care and treatment of stroke

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in the care and treatment of stroke

      View all awards

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

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      74%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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