Dr. James P. Crutcher Jr, M.D. earned his medical degree at University of Washington School of Medicine, and completed his residency at University of Washington Department of Orthopedics and Sports Medicine. He then finished his fellowship at Institute for Bone and Joint Disorders, Phoenix, AZ. He is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and is Fellow at American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
Dr. James P. Crutcher Jr, M.D. earned his medical degree at University of Washington School of Medicine, and completed his residency at University of Washington Department of Orthopedics and Sports Medicine. He then finished his fellowship at Institute for Bone and Joint Disorders, Phoenix, AZ. He is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and is Fellow at American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
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Dr. Crutcher is the best. He has cared for my health for years and I have only good things to say.
Feb-2025
This is my second knee replacement. The first in 2011 and this second in 2025. Wonderful care each time. Can’t say enough good things about his care and consideration.
Feb-2025
Compassionate bedside manner. Genuinely listens to his patients and wants to help them. Highly recommended.
Feb-2025
He was patient and answered all my questions. I really appreciated his willingness to explain the procedure. His demeanor instilled confidence in me. I am looking at both hips and one knee replacement so my confidence is importantly.
Feb-2025
Great appointment and very positive outcome after one year full knee replacement! 💪🏻👏
Feb-2025
Awesome - everything was good - now ready for surgery thank you
Feb-2025
I feel safe in their hands
Feb-2025
Willing to listen, knowledgeable, experienced and compassionate!
Thank you!
Feb-2025
Jim is super knowledgeable, experienced and efficient.A+
Jan-2025
Remembered me from earlier visit before Covid. Had reviewed my history, checked X-rays with me and discussed need for surgery, pros and cons. Answered questions-and treated me as part of the decision making and active participant in this procedure - which is what all health care providers should do.
Dr. James P. Crutcher Jr, M.D. is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon who specializes in hip and knee replacement surgery. Dr. Crutcher earned his medical degree at University of Washington School of Medicine, and completed his residency at University of Washington Department of Orthopedics and Sports Medicine. He then finished his fellowship at Institute for Bone and Joint Disorders, Phoenix, AZ. He is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and is Fellow at American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
He has advanced training in surgery for arthritis of the hip and knee, including degenerative, traumatic, and congenital conditions. Dr. Crutcher performs over 450 hip and knee replacements per year, including partial knee replacement and outpatient joint replacement surgery in selected patients. In his practice, he uses advanced surgical techniques, and a personalized approach for every patient, in order to restore their quality of life and activity goals. Dr. Crutcher was instrumental in bringing robotic-arm assisted joint replacement surgery to Seattle in 2010 and continues to work on advancing this technology, including teaching other surgeons nationally and internationally.
Dr. Crutcher was Chief of the Department of Orthopedics at Swedish Medical Center from 2004-2008. During his tenure as chief, he led the development of the Swedish Orthopedic Institute, the largest dedicated orthopedic facility in the Northwest. He currently serves as the Medical Director of the Swedish Orthopedic Institute. Dr. Crutcher is a native of Seattle who enjoys outdoor recreation in the Northwest, especially cycling, skiing, and hiking. He also enjoys music, travel, sports, and sharing all of these activities with his family.
Special Surgical Interests and Extensive Training Dr. Crutcher specializes in: Minimally invasive hip and knee replacement surgery, Robotic-arm assisted hip and knee replacement surgery, revision hip and knee replacement, and knee arthroscopy.
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Dr. Crutcher is the best. He has cared for my health for years and I have only good things to say.
This is my second knee replacement. The first in 2011 and this second in 2025. Wonderful care each time. Can’t say enough good things about his care and consideration.
Compassionate bedside manner. Genuinely listens to his patients and wants to help them. Highly recommended.
He was patient and answered all my questions. I really appreciated his willingness to explain the procedure. His demeanor instilled confidence in me. I am looking at both hips and one knee replacement so my confidence is importantly.
Great appointment and very positive outcome after one year full knee replacement! 💪🏻👏
Awesome - everything was good - now ready for surgery thank you
I feel safe in their hands
Willing to listen, knowledgeable, experienced and compassionate! Thank you!
Jim is super knowledgeable, experienced and efficient.A+
Remembered me from earlier visit before Covid. Had reviewed my history, checked X-rays with me and discussed need for surgery, pros and cons. Answered questions-and treated me as part of the decision making and active participant in this procedure - which is what all health care providers should do.