Barbara K. Crutchfield, OD

4.96 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

4.96 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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    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 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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      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.
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      May 21st 2024
      Good
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      May 16th 2024
      Barbara is excellent.
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      May 16th 2024
      Dr. Crutchfield has always been an excellent physician; she is an asset to UK Healthcare and should be recognized as such.
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      May 15th 2024
      Very informative and polite with the whole process. From start to finish.
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      April 25th 2024
      Dr C was very friendly, knowledgeable and professional
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      April 24th 2024
      Barbara is an excellent doctor!
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      April 22nd 2024
      I've gone to Dr. Crutchfield for many years, and she has always been pleasant, clear to explain my situation, and careful to make sure all my questions have been answered. I am fortunate to have her as my eye care specialist.
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      April 17th 2024
      I've seen Crutchfoled for many years and her professionalism is unquestionable
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      April 16th 2024
      All visits I have had have been excellent
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      April 11th 2024
      Excellent
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      April 9th 2024
      Dr. Crutchfield and her team are awesome!
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      April 9th 2024
      Dr. Crutchfield is very thorough, explains things very well, and I never get the feeling that I am being rushed out.
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      April 4th 2024
      Dr was professional and provided the information I needed to assist my issues!!!
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      March 26th 2024
      Dr. Crutchfield is the BEST.
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      March 25th 2024
      Dr. Barbara Crutchfield was extraordinary. She listened to my concerns and did not rush me. She explained the testing as I expressed anxiety over the subjectiveness of the eye sight testing where views are compared and rated. When I sense pressure to rush through testing, I doubt myself and question the veracity of the testing. Dr. Crutchfield took the time to explain astigmatism to me as the reason I was seeing shadows on the letters at times. I had been fearful that my eyes were failing. She steadily gave me feedback that helped me understand the process. She examined my old old glasses and the newest and explained to me why I was seeing better with the older glasses (over 6+ years old glasses). She assured me that the blurry vision I have been experiencing was not me going blind. It was likely the Xiidra. It actually is an irritant and distorts my vision. She directed me to discard Xiidra and use Restasis to treat my dry eyes. She also addressed my use of a full-face CPAP mask with foam (ResMed F20) and we discussed that as a further irritant and cause of uncomfortable eye symptoms. She patiently tested my eyesight. I felt relaxed and confident unlike recent experiences. I could see without fuzzy shadows! I was candid and not anxious about the process. I trusted the process since she was guiding me and giving me feedback from whatever Information her equipment was relaying to her. This was a wonderful experience as I trusted the process and felt validated as a person who was seeking a solution. Why was my vision blurry? Why was I having serious difficulty reading and even seeing out into the field as my grandson played baseball? Why were my eyes tearing when I wore the new glasses, even after mindfully working to adjust to them? When did I have an ongoing dull headache when wearing the new glasses though my eyes seemed to relaxin in my old old glasses? Dr. Crutchfield observed and tested. I am so very grateful! I learned a great deal as I worked with her during the eye exam. I understand better what is happening to me with my vision. I am better informed now and more confident regarding my health. I was scared. I am not now. Thank you!
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      March 25th 2024
      This doctor was very good. She explained things well and answered all my questions
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      March 19th 2024
      Dr. Crutchfield is very thorough and gave me great explanations and advice. I've had great care over the years.
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      March 14th 2024
      No problems or need to discuss them with technician