Charles E. Crutchfield III, MD

I've been a patient of Crutchfield Dermatology since 2012. After an elective surgery in 2013, I returned to Dr. Crutchfield to evaluate scar tissue build up and excessive itching. After several treatments the scar tissue is completely gone and no more aggravating itching. I have referred several friends to Crutchfield Dermatology and now I go to the MediSpa. My experience as a patient and customer has been one of the best and I cannot say enough about the professionalism of his staff, even when they are behind schedule! It means nothing to me to wait. Thank you Dr. Crutchfield for the other physician referrals. I hope to get the same great service.

I went to Dr. Crutchfield because I had acne all my life, the deep kind. I tried every thing they offered on TV and drug store nothing worked. Dr. Crutchfield was my final stop if he didn't work I would just live with it. I was prescribed accutane and after 9months on it I was acne free. The appointments are a lot, but so worth it.

I have been living with Hidradenitis Suppurativa for 11 years and had been given different diagnoses and told there was no cure. After just 3 visit to Dr. Crutchfield I have been clear of any outbreaks for a month! I am so happy to have found a doctor that has such a great understanding of Hidradenitis Suppurativa and a treatment plan that works!

I came to see Dr. Crutchfield with adult acne concerns. I am amazed how quickly his treatment worked! I am so happy with the results! I also came in with psoriasis concerns on my hands and shins. Again, his treatment was almost unbelievable! I have dealt with this issue for years! And, before my follow-up appointment it was completely gone - Dr. Crutchfield is an exceptional dermatologist!

I had problems with my skin for several years. I tried different treatments and different doctors and the result was always the same frustration and little, if any, clearing of skin problems. Within weeks of seeing Dr. Crutchfield, I started seeing the progress of my skin clearing. This was the best result I've seen and Dr. Crutchfield did it. Thank you!

Dear Dr. Crutchfield,
Thank you for the opportunity to participate in the Platelet Rich Plasma treatments through your teaching the University of Minnesota Medical School Dermatology Residents a few weeks ago. It was a very generous of you! I felt comfortable and confident with the dermatology residents as you instructed them and I am very pleased with the results.
I am grateful for your special care for my family. Kelsey, Shane, Breckyn and I agree that we always receive exceptional care at every appointment from you and your staff.
Thank you!

Results! - Minneapolis, MN

To give treatment to my face

I was worried about the lines forming around my eyes and on my forehead and botox made all the difference in the world! I'm so glad I did it! I'm hooked!

I had my first Pixel procedure done on my full face and 1/2 neck 6 days ago. I've noticed immediate results in skin blotchiness, as well as some improvement on acne scars. It's still pretty early to comment on myself but I'm very happy so far with what I see. It was pretty uncomfortable to have done, it feels like being snapped with a rubber band except with a burning sensation as well. But the procedure only took about 10-15 minutes so I was able to handle it.

Afterwards its as though I had a bad sunburn but that began to fade about an hour later and was totally gone within 3 days. Minor flaking then occured and now on day 6 my skin is smoother and I just can't wait for my 2nd treatment in about 4 weeks.

Would love to hear from more people that have had the procedure and I will update my progress after my upcoming treatment.



Updated on Jun 28, 2008:

I had my 2nd treatment and the pain wasnt nearly as bad, maybe because I had it done before and knew what to expect.  Either way it was easy.  They set the setting done at 50% higher than the first time.  Same results with the 3 days of spotty redness followed by peeling and flaking.  Its been 3 weeks since my 2nd treatment and again I see improvements.  Scars are filling in and skin blotchiness has lessened.  Cant wait for my 3rd treatment.  I did not have 1/2 my neck done this time so it cost me $995.  for my entire face.  They did one pass over my entire face and then the Dr. did "stacking" which means they allow the laser to hit three times in the same spot before moving along to another spot.  After each treatment I used a antioxidant refoliator lotion for 5 days, it replenishes nutrients to help the skin protect itself after laser, microdermabrasion or peels.  It really helps the healing. 



Updated on Aug 28, 2008:

I just had my 4th treatment with the Pixel laser done.  It was set at 1800 which is pretty high and more painful than before, nothing i couldnt handle tho.  I was much redder after this treatment but I like that cause it means something intense was done.  Time will tell my improvements, I dont go back to my Dr for 4 months so that the new collagen can come in.  Ill continue to update....



Updated on Nov 30, 2008:

Had my 5th and i believe final treatment and OMG it hurt like h*ll this time,  i had to have them stop at least 5 times while doing my face from eyebrows to neck.   They did 5x1900 this time,  very high setting and it burned for hours after, not like before where within about an hour the burning stopped.  I was as red as a tomato, swollen and in pain.  Once the burning stopped after approx 3 hours its hard to even remember the pain.  I was pink up to about 4 days after the treatment.  This time i used aquaphor starting on the 3rd day and it helped a ton with the peeling.  Its now day 6 post treatment and my skin looks great, like brand new, im very happy and i go back in 4 months to possibly have a filler used on two deep scars i have.  But my shallow scars are SO much better im very pleased with my results so far, and it only gets better with time.



Updated on Dec 4, 2008:

Im only adding this because i have to in order to change my overall rating and pain experience. ok anyways the Pixel rocks check it out people you wont be sorry.  An added benefit of having it done for scarring is it also greatly lessens wrinkles so now i have like no wrinkles around my eyes, i am 41yrs old and having a minor little wrinkle at the corner of my eye is all i have now :-)