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Barbara K. Crutchfield, OD

4.97 out of 5

About

Barbara Crutchfield received her doctoral degree from Indiana University, School of Optometry, Bloomington. She is certified by the National Board of Examiners in Optometry and licensed to practice in the state of Kentucky. She is an active fellow in the American Academy of Optometry and recently received board certification from the American Board of Certification in Medical Optometry.

Personal Statement

Primary eye care isn’t boring; I knew I wanted to help people see from a young age. And I love it, still. It’s my goal to make every patient feel at ease. Making them feel comfortable helps me get to know them and understand what kind of care they need.

Faculty Rank

  • Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology
  • fixes empty view field issue
    Barbara Crutchfield, OD - UK HealthCare

Training & Education

Degree

Indiana University, School of Optometry, Bloomington

Residency

Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Lexington

Certifications and Special Training

National Board of Examiners in Optometry
Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry
American Board of Certification in Medical Optometry

Ratings & Reviews

4.97 out of 5
50 Reviews

The star rating is a calculation based on feedback from our patients using our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Learn more about our survey process. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

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    September 25th 2024
    Dr. Crutchfield was exceptional. Caring and professional's

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    September 24th 2024
    Dr. Crutchfield and her staff were attentive and informative, I would highly recommend!

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    September 24th 2024
    I love Dr. Crutchfield!!!! She is the best.

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    September 24th 2024
    Dr was very good! I liked she listened. She made my visit comfortable and I was in and out in no time

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    September 23rd 2024
    Dr. Crutchfield has a very calm, caring manner.
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      September 23rd 2024
      Dr. C is a consummate professional. I trust her implicitly and recommend her to everyone.
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      September 10th 2024
      Very personable and excellent exam, discussion of upmost very caring provider.
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      September 10th 2024
      I have been a patient of Dr. Crutchfield's for 30 years. No one better!
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      September 4th 2024
      Dr. Crutchfield was most courteous, professional and informative of what she was seeing as she performed her tests and analysis of my eyes/vision.
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      September 3rd 2024
      Dr. Crutchfield is an excellent physician.
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      August 27th 2024
      She has taken care of me for many years and always read my chart before visit, uses info for comparative analysis.
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      August 27th 2024
      I really love Dr. Crutchfield. I will be sad when she leaves/retires down the road.
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      August 22nd 2024
      Excellent dr.!
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      August 21st 2024
      Dr.Crutchfield and staffs care was excellent.
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      August 14th 2024
      I felt comfortable sharing what was going on.
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      August 12th 2024
      Dr. Crutchfield was amazing! She explained the procedure very well answering all questions that I had! No tone time was I confused or lost!! Thank you! 4. She was wonderful. 5. I have!!
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      August 8th 2024
      She worked hard to show me the benefit of wearing glasses again.
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      August 8th 2024
      Great experience.
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      August 7th 2024
      Dr. Crutchfield has been my provider of eye care for over 25 years. She is wonderful and gives excellent care!
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      August 7th 2024
      Dr. Crutchfield will be my eye doctor from here on out.
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      August 6th 2024
      I am very pleased by the quality of care I'm receiving from Dr. Crutchfield.
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      August 6th 2024
      Barb Crutchfield is an excellent provider. Friendly, good listener and intelligent/experienced provider!
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      August 1st 2024
      Dr. Crutchfield is the best! Amazing lady with excellent skill and bedside manner.
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      August 1st 2024
      I have been going to Dr. Crutchfield for over 30 years. She is so smart and knowledgeable. She is such an asset to UK!
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      August 1st 2024
      Dr. Crutchfield is a super lady and doctor and an excellent listener.
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      July 24th 2024
      Dr. Barbara Crutchfield is excellent doctor and patients' friend.
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      July 24th 2024
      Most excellent. First time seeing Dr. Barbara Crutchfield. Would refer anyone to her. Excellent care/skill/knowledge.
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      July 24th 2024
      Very knowledgeable, caring, professional, and overall great MD doing what comes naturally to her.
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      July 23rd 2024
      Dr. Crutchfield is an amazing physician and so easy to discuss issues with. She is efficient and SO knowledgeable.
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      July 23rd 2024
      Dr. Crutchfield always takes the time to answer my questions and makes sure I understand. She is great!
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      July 22nd 2024
      Great care.
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      July 17th 2024
      Best doctor I've ever had in my life.
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      July 16th 2024
      Would love for my son to see her, but her first available new patient is not until Dec. 3, 2024. I realize this is because she is an excellent provider.
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      July 11th 2024
      Dr. Barbara Crutchfield is an incrediblephysician; great expertise, cordial and prompt. My husband and I bothhave had the pleasure of being seen by Dr. Crutchfield for more than 20 yrs.; She is never laste and gives great care.
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      July 11th 2024
      Dr. Crutchfield is great!
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      July 8th 2024
      Dr. Crutchfield was wonderful!
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      July 2nd 2024
      Dr. Crutchfield is really easy going. She includes me in discussion and concern about my eye's comfort and health. I like her a lot!
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      July 2nd 2024
      I always get the best care here and feel they really do listen and want to help!
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      July 2nd 2024
      Always a good experience!
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      July 2nd 2024
      She even drew a picture to help explain!
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      June 27th 2024
      She was awesome as she examine and explained every detail about my health situation.
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      June 27th 2024
      Dr. Crutchfield is WONDERFUL!!
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      June 24th 2024
      I hope this Doctor stays at UK, she was really good !!!!
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      June 24th 2024
      Good experience consistent with my anticipation. Dr. Crutchfield is trustworthy. I am confident in her medical care.
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      June 24th 2024
      Excellent care!
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      June 11th 2024
      LOVE Dr Crutchfield! We go back a long ways now (25yrs) and I appreciate that longevity very much. And she's just a super nice person as well!
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      June 6th 2024
      I am concerned about my cataracts growing and she checks them carefully.
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      June 5th 2024
      Dr. Crutchfield is a consummate professional. She's very approachable, putting me at ease.
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      May 23rd 2024
      First visit to Turfland and will return.
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      May 23rd 2024
      Dr Crutchfield is an excellent provider. The is very knowledgeable and attentive.