Theodore William Crofford, MD
A member of Texas Health Physicians Group
Theodore William Crofford, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
Joint Replacement
Ste 300
Fort Worth, TX 76132-4266
About Me
Specialties
Orthopaedic Surgery
Joint Replacement
Hospital Affiliations
Texas Health Southwest
Gender
M
Languages
Spanish
English
Education
University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine - Fellowship - 1992
John Peter Smith Hospital Program - Residency - 1991
John Peter Smith Hospital-Transitional Program - Internship - 1987
St Paul Training Programs - Closed (AMA Profile can verify) - Internship - 1986
University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston - Medical Education - 1985
Bio
Board-Certified Orthopedic SurgeonFellowship-Trained in Adult Hip and Knee Reconstruction SurgerySpecialties: Arthritis and other Hip and Knee Conditions, Total Hip and Knee Replacement, Direct Anterior Hip Arthroplasty, Hip Arthroscopy
Theodore Crofford, M.D., is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon fellowship-trained in adult reconstructive surgery of the hip and knee. He holds a bachelor’s degree in chemistry from Valparaiso University in Valparaiso, Ind. He received his medical degree from The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston before completing his internship and orthopedic residency training at John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth.
Dr. Crofford went on to complete his fellowship training at the University of Pittsburg Medical Center in Pennsylvania in adult reconstructive surgery.
Dr. Crofford manages most problems of the hip and knee in adults. He particularly has extensive experience in hip arthroscopy and the direct anterior approach to hip replacement. He has been one of the early participants in the new technology of the robotic assisted hip and knee replacement. He is also an advocate of the quad sparing and “gap” balancing method of knee arthroplasty.
He has been a practicing orthopedic surgeon in North Texas since 1992 and joined Texas Hip and Knee Center in 2001.
Dr. Crofford is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, American Association of Hip & Knee Surgeons and Texas Orthopedic Association.
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4.8 out of 5 (111 Ratings, 31 Comments)
Mar 2026Courteous, friendly staffMar 2026Very helpful and good experienceMar 2026Thank you for such good courteous careMar 2026Great provider and staffMar 2026Dr Nalajala is very kind, very compassionate and he truly cares. His nurse is the same as he is kind, caring, compassionate.Mar 2026Dr Crofford has excellent bedside manners, empathy, and obviously excellent surgical skills from the conversations I have had with several of his patients during my therapy or sitting in the waiting area. Dr Crofford is loved by those of us lucky enough to be under his care.Mar 2026Teamwork.Mar 2026Excellent care given.Mar 2026Excellent care!Mar 2026Overall experience was outstanding.Mar 2026My visit was very good. From scheduling, checking in, wait time, and medical staff my experience was great.Mar 2026Very customer focused throughout the visit by all staff.Mar 2026Very engaged and consulted with surgeon throughout. Complete explanation of options and concerns. Highly recommend!Mar 2026Everything was really goodFeb 2026Very well coordinated staffFeb 2026The doctor and staff are 2nd to noneFeb 2026I have every confidence in Dr Crofford and his staff going into my final knee replacement procedure.Feb 2026Everyone was very professional.Feb 2026The entire staff from check-in to treatment was engaged and discussed in detail treatment options and timelines. They also found a slot for an earlier surgery date following a cancellation.Dec 2025Nurses and technicians were very professional and friendly.Dec 2025All parts of this department have been very friendly and helpful!Dec 2025Staff was friendly. My appointment was on time. Explained everything that would happen.Dec 2025I like Dr. Crofford. [...]Dec 2025Dr Crofford is an excellent surgeon and has lovely bedside manners to go with!Dec 2025Dr Crofford is great. Simple enough.Dec 2025Everything was so goodDec 2025It was very good experience.Dec 2025Both I as a patient and my wife (a nurse) were VERY impressed with Dr Crofford and his staff. The facility is clean and welcoming, the staff are courteous and answer all questions. Dr Crofford is fantastic. My friends, family and PT staff were all amazed at my progress - I cannot recommend Dr Crofford and his staff highly enough.Dec 2025The 2 radiologist I saw were quick, efficient, and polite. No wasted time.Dec 2025[…] was extremely informative and sincere. Dr Crofford listened and gave me details I needed to make an informed decision regarding my situation. I know I've come to the right place.Dec 2025None!! Service is always good