Dr. John D. Crabtree

About the Doctor

Dr. John D. Crabtree is a general surgeon in Tullahoma, Tennessee, with more than 21 years of experience. He received his medical degree from East Tennessee State University/Quillen College of Medicine and completed surgical residencies at the University of Tennessee College of Medicine at Chattanooga and Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. Dr. Crabtree is highly recommended by patients, earning a perfect 5/5 rating based on 21 reviews and receiving the Patients’ Top Choice award along with five patient awards. He is known for making time for patients, listening attentively, and providing excellent follow-up care with a friendly, caring attitude. He accepts new patients and has expertise in mastectomy, colonoscopy, upper GI endoscopy, groin hernia surgery, and gallbladder removal.

• Education: East Tennessee State University/Quillen College of Medicine

• Experience: 21+ years in general surgery

• Specialties: General surgery

• Current practice: Lincoln Medical Group

• Accepts new patients: Yes

• Unique skills: Expertise in colonoscopy, upper GI endoscopy, hernia repair, gallbladder removal, and mastectomy

• Patient strengths: Excellent follow-up, time spent with patients, positive attitude

Education & Training

Medical School – East Tennessee State University/Quillen College of Medicine

Residency –

• University of Tennessee College of Medicine at Chattanooga, Surgery (1991–1996)

• Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center at Lubbock, Surgery (1996–1998

Medical Conditions Treated

• Gallstones and gallbladder disease

• Hernias (inguinal, umbilical, ventral, incisional)

• Colon polyps and colorectal cancer

• Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)

• Hiatal hernia

• Breast lumps and breast cancer

• Appendicitis

• Diverticulitis

• Thyroid and parathyroid disorders

• Skin and soft tissue tumors (lipomas, cysts, abscesses)

• Benign and malignant abdominal masses

• Peptic ulcer disease

Medical Procedures Performed

• Colonoscopy (diagnostic and therapeutic polypectomy)

• Upper GI endoscopy (esophagogastroduodenoscopy, EGD)

• Mastectomy (partial or total)

• Inguinal/groin hernia repair (open or laparoscopic)

• Laparoscopic and open cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal)

• Appendectomy

• Colectomy (partial or total)

• Hernia repair (ventral, incisional, umbilical)

• Excision of breast lesions (lumpectomy)

• Thyroidectomy and parathyroidectomy

• Hemorrhoid surgery

• Incision and drainage of abscesses

• Skin and soft tissue mass excision

Services Offered

Dr. Crabtree provides comprehensive general surgical care for a wide range of conditions affecting the abdomen, breast, endocrine system, and digestive tract. His practice emphasizes thorough preoperative evaluation, patient education, and compassionate postoperative follow-up. He performs both open and minimally invasive laparoscopic procedures, including gallbladder removal, hernia repair, and colon surgery. He also offers endoscopic services such as colonoscopy and upper GI endoscopy for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. Patients consistently praise his attentive listening, clear communication, and excellent bedside manner, as well as the responsiveness of his follow-up care.

Services include:

• Gastrointestinal surgery: Laparoscopic/open cholecystectomy, appendectomy, colectomy, diverticulitis surgery

• Hernia repair: Inguinal (groin), umbilical, ventral, and incisional hernia repair using both open and laparoscopic techniques

• Breast surgery: Mastectomy, lumpectomy, breast biopsy, surgical management of benign and malignant breast disease

• Endoscopic procedures: Screening and diagnostic colonoscopy with polypectomy; upper GI endoscopy (EGD) for reflux, ulcers, or bleeding

• Endocrine surgery: Thyroidectomy for nodules or cancer; parathyroidectomy for hyperparathyroidism

• Minor surgical procedures: Skin and soft tissue excisions, abscess drainage, hemorrhoid treatment

• Postoperative care: Comprehensive follow-up, wound management, and coordination with primary care providers

Accepted Insurances

• Aetna (EPO, HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)

• Cigna (PPO)

• Elevance (EPO, HMO, Medicaid, Medicare, POS, PPO)

• Humana (Medicare, PPO)

• United Healthcare (Medicaid)

Practice Locations

Address: 1750 Cedar Ln, Ste 100, Tullahoma, TN, 37388
Phone: (931) 455-7779

Hospital Affiliations

• Tullahoma Surgery Center – Tullahoma, Tennessee