Shelby Crawford, M.D.
Sports Medicine & Musculoskeletal Care (Non-Surgical)
393 Long Rapids Road
Alpena, MI 49707 Directions
4.8 out of 5
438 verified ratings
438 Ratings, 296 Comments
The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy.
AI Overview
Dr. Crawford is consistently described as knowledgeable, thorough, and compassionate. Patients highlight clear explanations, attentive listening, and time spent without feeling rushed. Staff and office interactions are frequently praised as friendly and professional. Several comments note successful diagnostic clarity (x-rays, knee/shoulder assessments) and a positive outcome from a bicep tendon injection. Overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive with repeated recommendations and strong trust in her clinical judgment.
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Sep 3, 2026
Excellent listener, great at talking thru physical issues in language of a non-medical person! Very understanding of pain and shows understanding and explains her suggested paths to ease the pain and deal with it long term.
Sep 3, 2026
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She is a great doctor. She listens extremely well, is prepared with your latest info on the issue when she arrives, explains what she is doing and why. All of these things add such great credibility to her training and care. Go see her, you’ll be glad you did.
Sep 2, 2026
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Very friendly, good listener and had a plan for care.
Aug 29, 2026
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Great experience
Aug 29, 2026
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Excellent and very knowledgeable.
Aug 29, 2026
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I already have shared that she listened like she had all the time in the world, for me. She explained many things, and was intent on defining my pain. We haven't fully solved things but the steriod injection is working AMAZING. I am getting through the day and night pain free!
Aug 29, 2026
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Glad Dr. Crawford is in our community and I no longer have to travel for appointments.
Aug 28, 2026
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Doctor Crawford is the best!!!!! I wish she was my family doctor too
Aug 28, 2026
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My medical needs were met before I left the office. Also had a routine that would work for me and information on the next step if pain returns.
Aug 28, 2026
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I would recommend.
Aug 26, 2026
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I love my dr she is the best dr I have ever had. Because of her I can walk and get around freely. I have lost 60 pds because I can walk around and exercise I feel like I’m 30 again and I’m [AGE]. Thanks Dr Crawford your my hero.
Aug 24, 2026
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She seen me then requested an MRI be done. I did that and now I am being referred to another physician/surgeon.
Aug 22, 2026
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That she listens to you and explains what she plans to do and how you feel about it.
Aug 19, 2026
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She was very thorough, listened to my concerns & shared her diagnosis. Very impressed with her bedside manner
Aug 18, 2026
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Friendly doctor and staff who took time with us to explain everything regarding our options.
Aug 17, 2026
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It took 5 days to get an appointment with her for an acute knee problem, but they were able to squeeze me in. Dr Crawford spent a great a bit of time going over the xrays that I had received in the ER. She explained options and came to a solution for short term as well as giving me some options for the future to prevent injury. I think her and her staff were very professional and would return to see them in the future
Aug 16, 2026
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Dr. Is knowledgeable and courteous. Short wait for appointment
Aug 13, 2026
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Dr. Crawford is amazing — and so knowledgeable. I would highly recommend her.
Aug 13, 2026
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Very professional and very friendly and was on top of what she was doing
Aug 11, 2026
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Dr Crawford and her staff seem to really listen to what was going on with my body and helped me to get better. She requested follow up procedures to help me get back to walking normally and I could not be more grateful to her and her staff for all the care she took. I would highly recommend her to any one.
Aug 8, 2026
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I have had nothing but good experiences with Dr. Crawford. She always explains procedures and options thoroughly. She seems to never be in a rush, listens well and answers all my questions. I highly recommend Dr. Crawford.
Aug 3, 2026
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Very through with listening & history. Also asked what i thought.
Aug 3, 2026
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Absolutely great. Performed the procedure I needed without any delay. Very professional.
Jul 31, 2026
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Dr. Crawford spent the necessary time to evaluate, explain and answer questions. She called the next day to follow up and answer any concerns. Her care exceeded expectations. She explained situation in easy to understand language.
Jul 31, 2026
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excellent
Jul 31, 2026
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Absolutely ! Shelby was outstanding with her knowledge and care of my injury ! Her bedside manner / attentive care and friendly demeanor was fabulously refreshing in the current Medical World 🌎 All Doctors could learn from her example !!!!!
Jul 30, 2026
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Very pleased with the outcome of my appointment.
Jul 29, 2026
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A wonderful doctor and very compassionate person.
Jul 29, 2026
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She listened and treated my injury and pain/swelling more than just a psychological symptom. She was very knowledgeable and open to awnser any questions I had. If I could I'd thank her again.
Jul 27, 2026
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Yes. Very good care
Jul 24, 2026
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She was very professional and knowledgeable about my concerns. I really liked her and Beyer was also great.
Jul 24, 2026
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It was my first visit and I was very pleased with it. She explained everything so that I could understand it and listened to me about my problems.
Jul 23, 2026
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Excellent, would highly recommend
Jul 22, 2026
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She takes whatever time is needed to explain everything going on...ask for my input and overall totally cares as far as what I'm there for
Jul 22, 2026
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Dr Crawford was very kind and did a thorough examination of my knee. She explained my xrays and gave me a detailed description of my injury. Her plan for my recovery was very detailed as well.
Jul 18, 2026
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And I was very satisfied with my visit and the answers I got
Jul 18, 2026
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Very caring, spent more time than I thought others would have, made sure I was comfortable with knowing my condition and very thorough in prepping for shoulder injection.
Jul 13, 2026
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Doctor Crawford, is absolutely amazing. She listens to you. She’s kind she’s caring. She answers all your questions and listens to you. She is extremely professional. She is very Knowledgeable. Doctor Crawford is the absolute best.
Jul 13, 2026
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Dr Shelby and her staff are very courteous and professional. It was a pleasure meeting them.
Jul 12, 2026
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Awesome provider. Very attentive listens well
Jul 11, 2026
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Bring your patience. She runs late and front desk person is not friendly. Dr. Crawford’s support nurse is wonderful. It is difficult to be happy when you arrive early for your appointment as directed and they keep you waiting, completely uninformed, for nearly an hour. I realize people get behind, but courteous communication is important.
Jul 11, 2026
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She is very professional and caring! She explained every step ! Would highly recommend Shelby Crawford to anyone!
Jul 11, 2026
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Both the doctor and her staff were exceptionally helpful and informative. This was one of my best clinical appointment events.
Jul 11, 2026
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I would definitely recommend Dr. Shelby Crawford..😉
Jul 9, 2026
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She is a very good Doctor for injuries.
Jul 4, 2026
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She explains everything so I can understand
Jul 3, 2026
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Shelby is a very good Dr. There are times when things happen, it's very hard to get in to see her within 3 to 4 weeks. Even if your a regular patient of hers.
Jul 1, 2026
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I liked the Doctor. Easy to talk too.
Jun 29, 2026
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I highly recommend. All of the staff are courteous and professional.
Jun 29, 2026
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Dr Crawford is very good at her job. I didn’t even feel the needle pokes!