About
Michael Crawford, MD has practiced internal medicine in Oklahoma City for decades, building a reputation grounded in thorough, relationship-driven care. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry with Distinction from the University of Oklahoma in 1979, then received his Doctorate of Medicine from the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine in 1983. He completed both his internship and residency in Internal Medicine at Oklahoma University Health Sciences Center, earning the Stewart Wolf Society Award for Outstanding Teaching Resident in 1986.
Dr. Crawford holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine and maintains hospital affiliation with Mercy Health Center. He served as Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of Oklahoma from 1987 to 1996, and chaired the General Internal Medicine department at Oklahoma City Clinic from 1991 to 1995. Oklahoma Magazine recognized him among the Best Doctors in Oklahoma each year from 2002 through 2009, and he earned Best Doctors in America distinction in both 2011-2012 and 2017. He is a member of the American College of Physicians, the American Medical Association, the Oklahoma State Medical Association, and the Stewart Wolf Society. Dr. Crawford treats type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, hypertension, vasculitis, and a range of complex chronic diseases. He prioritizes finding the root cause of each patient's concerns, and he stays reachable by phone day and night, including evenings and weekends.
Education & Training
Medical School
University of Oklahoma College of Medicine, Doctorate of Medicine, 1983
Residency
Internal Medicine, Oklahoma University Health Sciences Center, 1984-1986
Certifications
Conditions Treated
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Crawford specializes in internal medicine and treats type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, hypertension, vasculitis, and complex chronic diseases. He also focuses on preventive care to catch health issues before they progress. His approach emphasizes finding root causes rather than addressing symptoms alone.
Yes, Dr. Crawford holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He has maintained this certification throughout his career in Oklahoma City internal medicine.
Dr. Crawford earned his medical degree from the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine in 1983. He completed his internship and residency in Internal Medicine at Oklahoma University Health Sciences Center, where faculty recognized him with the Stewart Wolf Society Award for Outstanding Teaching Resident in 1986.
Dr. Crawford centers his practice on direct communication with every patient. He conducts extended office visits and makes himself reachable by phone and email, including evenings and weekends. He reviews labs thoroughly before each appointment and works with patients to develop individualized treatment plans.
Yes, Dr. Crawford sees every patient directly at each office visit. The practice does not route patients to nurse practitioners or physician assistants.
Dr. Crawford has earned several honors throughout his career. Oklahoma Magazine named him among the Best Doctors in Oklahoma each year from 2002 to 2009. He also received Best Doctors in America recognition in 2011-2012 and again in 2017. He previously served as Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of Oklahoma.
Dr. Crawford maintains affiliation with Mercy Health Center in Oklahoma City. This affiliation supports continuity of care when patients require hospital-level services.
Dr. Crawford holds membership in the American College of Physicians, the American Medical Association, the Oklahoma State Medical Association, the Oklahoma County Medical Society, and the Stewart Wolf Society.
Doctor profile last updated March 26, 2026