Neurology
John Crawford, MD
Medical Director of Neurology and Co-Medical Director of the CHOC Neuroscience Institute; Professor, Pediatrics, UCSD
Dr. John R. Crawford is a pediatric neurologist and neuro-oncologist specializing in child neurology, with a focus on treating pediatric brain cancers including brain cancer and hypothalamus cancer, epilepsy, headaches including migraines, encephalopathies, myelomeningocele, myotonic dystrophy, narcolepsy, and other neurological conditions such as meningocele, myoclonus, and myopathies. He serves primarily pediatric patient populations, including those with complex, treatment-resistant cases req
25+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)
- Neuro-Oncology (United Council for Neurological Subspecialties)
Education & Training
- University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School — M.D., 2001
- Children's National Medical Center — Residency, Child Neurology
- LAC-USC Medical Center — Residency
- Children's National Hospital — Fellowship, Neuro-Oncology, 2006-2009
Peer Recognition
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2022-2026 (5 years)
2023
2020
Recognition & Leadership
Leadership Roles
- Medical Director of Neurology and Co-Medical Director of the CHOC Neuroscience Institute
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- UCI Health
- Children's Health Orange County (CHOC)
- Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego
Languages
English, Spanish
Experience
25+ years in practice