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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    Excellent explanations

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    Dr.Crutchfield is very nice and her technician is as well.

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    Very good experience!

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    Very good

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    She was knowledgeable and made good recommendations.
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      Dr Crutchfield is the best!
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      Thorough and friendly
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      Dr. Crutchfield and her staff at TURFLAND ARE AWESOME!!
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      Dr C is always the best
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      Always very professiona,l caring about my condition and treattment. Very detailed also.
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      Good
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      She was amazing. Reviewed my records from Dr. Conklin. Proceeded explaining my options. She was very informative.
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      Dr. Is very professional and friendly.
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      LOVE Dr Crutchfield!
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      *Dr. Crutchfield is excellent. Have been with her for about 20 yrs.
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      As always Barbara was wonderful. Would hate to have to see anyone else. She's the very best!
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      This Dr is one of the best I deal with at UK
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      She's the best
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      Dr Crutchfield (and her staff) is a big reason I don't want to leave the area. Remarkable, caring and sane, I don't think her feet touch the ground.
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      Couldn't be better.
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      Love Dr. Crutchfield!
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      Great experience
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      *Dr. Crutchfield has an excellent bedside manner, clearly is very knowledgeable. Her demeanor is excellent. I felt very comfortable throughout and had complete trust in her.
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      Very much appreciated care I received.
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      Dr. Crutchfield is the very best of the very best.
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      Dr. Crutchfield is a wonderful and caring Doctor. She takes her time to explain things and you never feel rushed and you feel very comfortable.
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      Dr. Crutchfield has always explained everything well and answered any questions I have clearly.
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      Dr Crutchfield is the best.
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      I mistakenly thought appointment was 2:00 instead of 1:00. They were so very kind and willing to fit me in. I am very grateful
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      Dr. Crutchfield is an incredible doctor. I feel my eye care is in the best hands with her.
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      Absolutely will recommend
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      Dr. Crutchfield is excellent in all ways.
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      Good
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      Dr. Crutchfield is the best!
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      I have been a patient of Dr Crutchfield's for over 20 years and even though my annual eye checkups are largely routine and non problematic, she always takes the time to review my eyes thoroughly. She is the only eye care professional that found a Nevis in my eye. She is professional, attentive and caring. I've had two other physicians leave during COVID and I hope you all do your utmost to try to keep her at UK.
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      I love Dr. Crutchfield. She is great and always pleasant.
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      Dr Crutchfield answered all questions and explained everything . I trust her completely.
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      My 3 brothers and sister all thank Dr. Crutchfield for helping me! She's the best! She is VERY thorough, accurate, and caring. I've been seeing Dr. Crutchfield for more than 30 years. She's a gem. Give her whatever support she needs. Bring her a hot lunch everyday. Give her a scribe if she wants one. Give her a driver or the best parking space. Double her salary. Amen!
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      Dr Crutchfield is a great person and a fantastic doctor. I was a little late for my appointment and she had to leave for another engagement so she told me she was going to rush me through. She did exactly the opposite, in fact. She was very kind and careful about my vision help. She had me tested for a retina thingy while in the clinic. She not only explained the rest thoroughly beforehand, she also reviewed the results with me. She pulled up my scans and even Googled a picture of someone far worse than I for comparison. It was a joyful experience despite
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      Dr. Crutchfield is extremely thorough and explained everything. She was very compassionate and extremely helpful for correcting my eye sight.
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      Dr. Crutchfield is the best! She read my chart ahead of time and determined that I didn't need the assistant to dilate my eyes this time. So she took care of the entire exam herself.
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      I think Dr. Crutchfield does a wonderful job and is a great communicator. I always feel she truly cares about me and any concerns I may have.
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      Dr. Crutchfield is always thorough and caring. I would not see anyone else.
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      Dr. Crutchfield is exceptional.
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      Dr. Crutchfield is great - thorough and kind.
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      Compassionate educates me on my care and eye needs and so thorough in her exam. *Dr. Crutchfield is wonderful.
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      Dr. Crutchfield is excellent, worked me into her busy schedule. She is the best.
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      Very thorough and took time to answer questions. Did not (feel) rushed at all. Very pleasant experience.
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      Great visit
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      I have been seeing her for a LONG time. She is superb.