Dr. Matthew Crooks, MD

Dr. Matthew Crooks, MD

Pain ManagementMaleAge 50

Pain Management

Dr. Matthew Crooks, MD is a pain management specialist in Scottsdale, AZ. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Chandler Regional Medical Center and Mercy Gilbert Medical Center. His office accepts new patients.

Office Hours

Monday

8 am
to
4:30 pm

Tuesday

8 am
to
4:30 pm

Wednesday

8 am
to
4:30 pm

Thursday

8 am
to
4:30 pm

Friday

8 am
to
4:30 pm

Saturday

Closed

Sunday

Closed
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9023 E Desert Cove Ave Ste 101
Scottsdale, AZ 85260

Locations

OrthoArizona Pinnacle Pain

OrthoArizona Pinnacle Pain9023 E Desert Cove Ave Ste 101 Scottsdale, AZ 85260
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    • Mon: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
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OrthoArizona Pinnacle Pain655 S Dobson Rd Ste 103 Chandler, AZ 85224
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    • Mon: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
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OrthoArizona Pinnacle Pain

OrthoArizona Pinnacle Pain655 S Dobson Rd Ste 103 Chandler, AZ 85224
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OrthoArizona Pinnacle Pain16838 E Palisades Blvd Unit 152A Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
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    • Mon: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
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OrthoArizona Pinnacle Pain

OrthoArizona Pinnacle Pain3501 N Scottsdale Rd Ste 120 Scottsdale, AZ 85251
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OrthoArizona Pinnacle Pain2155 E Conference Dr Ste 103 Tempe, AZ 85284
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OrthoArizona Pinnacle Pain

OrthoArizona Pinnacle Pain9023 E Desert Cove Ave Ste 101 Scottsdale, AZ 85260
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  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 4:30pm
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At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
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  • Recent ReviewsReviews made in the last 30 days. See reviews

Experience and Background Checks

Experience
Background

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Dr. Crooks' Top Procedures and Conditions

Treatment Frequency
Radiculopathy
very high
very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Crooks treats Radiculopathy more than 100% of his peers

Dr. Crooks treats this condition more than 100% of his peers

Rating Includes other areas of care:

  • Brachial Neuritis
  • Neuritis
  • Neuritis With Brachial Predilection
  • Optic Neuritis
  • Peripheral Neuritis
  • Polyneuritis
  • Radiculitis
  • Ulnar Neuritis
  • Vestibular Neuritis
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Spinal Nerve Block
very high
very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Crooks performs Spinal Nerve Block more than 100% of his peers

Dr. Crooks performs this procedure more than 100% of his peers

Rating Includes other areas of care:

  • Lumbar Medial Branch Block
  • Nerve Root Block
Facet Blocks
very high
very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Crooks performs Facet Blocks more than 100% of his peers

Dr. Crooks performs this procedure more than 100% of his peers

Rating Includes other areas of care:

  • Epidural Block
  • Facet Block
  • Transforaminal Epidural Block

Dr. Crooks' conditions and procedures:

  • Radiculopathy
  • Spinal Nerve Block
  • Facet Blocks
  • All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
  • Arthritis
  • Arthritis of the Spine
  • Autonomic Disorders
  • Back Pain
  • Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
  • Bone Disorders
  • Brachial Plexus Palsy
  • Chronic Neck Pain
  • Chronic Pain
  • Chronic Pelvic Pain
  • Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
  • Degenerative Disc Disease
  • Discogenic Pain
  • Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
  • Failed Back Surgery Syndrome
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Fracture
  • Headache
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Pain
  • Intervertebral Disc Disease
  • Joint Pain
  • Knee Disorders
  • Knee Pain
  • Low Back Pain
  • Migraine
  • Neck Muscle Strain
  • Neck Pain
  • Nerve Pain
  • Osteoarthritis of Hip
  • Osteoarthritis of Spine
  • Pathological Spine Fracture
  • Phantom Limb Pain
  • Pinched Nerve in Back
  • Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
  • Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy
  • Sciatica
  • Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
  • Scoliosis
  • Shoulder Pain
  • Spinal Cord Injury
  • Spinal Stenosis
  • Spine Deformities
  • Spine Disorders
  • Spondylitis
  • Spondylolisthesis
  • Upper Back Pain
  • Arthrography
  • Cervical Epidural Steroid Injection
  • Cervical Facet Joint Injection
  • Cervical Medial Branch Block
  • Chronic Pain Management
  • Epidural Steroid Injections
  • Intercostal Nerve Block
  • Joint Injection
  • Lumbar Epidural Steroid Injection
  • Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
  • Lumbar Medial Branch Block
  • Lumbar Selective Nerve Root Block
  • Medical Branch Block
  • Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
  • Nerve Blocks
  • Nerve Destruction by Neurolytic Agent
  • Pain Management
  • Peripheral Nerve Block
  • Piriformis Injection
  • Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection (PRP)
  • Radiofrequency Nerve Ablation
  • Sacroiliac Joint Injection
  • Somatic Nerve Block
  • Spinal Cord Stimulation
  • Stellate Ganglion Block
  • Stem Cell Therapy
  • Steroid Injection
  • Sympathetic Nerve Block
  • Thoracic Epidural Steroid Injection
  • Thoracic Facet Joint Injection
  • Trigger Point Injection

Dr. Crooks' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Crooks

4.7

Based on 165 ratings

5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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5%
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What could be improved
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I loved his helpful and friendly demeanor. He explained the procedure in great detail. Overall, great experience.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Mike S. – Sep 28, 2023
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He is very caring and listens to the patient
The access to water bottles is wonderful. I had to wait longer than expected but with a smart phone there is always something to do.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Susan Yoder – Sep 21, 2023
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By far the best pain management doc
Spends time reviewing diagnostic testing offering treatment options. Front office and nursing staff are always kind. Office is efficiently run.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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FireChicRN – Sep 19, 2023
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Great first visit!
My appointment was on time and the staff was friendly. Dr. Crooks was immediately engaging, gathering the information he needed in a compassionate manner. He listened well and thought carefully about his diagnosis and recommended course of action. I am looking forward to the next step.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Luanne Coltman – Sep 19, 2023
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Dr. Crooks spent time with me and explained my issue and treatment options.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 14, 2023
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Medical bills
Extremely frustrated dealing with my medical bills. It doesn’t show where I made any payments towards my debt. I had to send a copy of a bank statement to show I made a few payments. Also, when I had my first two nerve blocks I did it awake completely knowing that only Dr. Crooks was in the room along with his younger medical assistants. Later, I received a bill from Pacific Sonoran Anesthesia LLC saying I owe them money. I called there billing department and told them that this doctor was never in my room as I chose not to get knocked out. Dr. Crooks staff told me to mark the box on the office forms under general anesthesia when I turned in the form leaving it blank. I told her that I wasn’t getting knocked out so that’s why I didn’t mark it. She told me that I still needed to mark it because that was there office policy. I said you better not bill my insurance for this she said they wouldn’t. What a complete hoax they did billed my insurance twice! What a scam!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Nov 17, 2022
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Run away from this place
This is undoubtedly the worst practice I have ever seen. They cancel appointments without letting you know. No one there seems to have any idea what they are doing. It's on Dr. Crooks - you should know what is going on under your nose. Finding another doc, nothing is worth dealing with these people.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
6 people found this helpful
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Jun 02, 2022
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Great Doctor great staff
I have been treated successfully by Doctor Crooks since January. He is conversational, a good listener and best of all a solution provider. His staff at the office and the surgical center are friendly, professional and an all around great group.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Kerry Klinger – May 20, 2022
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Deplorable support staff
I was scheduled to have 3 hylaronic acid gel shots to my knee every other week. After week I had an appointed with PA who told me that I had cancelled my 2 upcoming injection appointments. This was not true. Then office manager blamed me for for not keeping an appointment that I actually had kept. They were rude and accusatory. I have no idea what was happening, and why my 2 scheduled Appointments had been cancelled without notice or explination. Also, this is the only medical office I have visited in Scottsdale or Connected that Doesn’t Require patients to wear masks or proof of vaccination. Nor do do they take COVID Seriously. I had to wait in a room over one(1) hour for my first pain injection. Staff person was rude and defensive when I asked for an explanation as to this delay. No apology No Regard for me, the patient.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
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Jan 29, 2022
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Dr Crook staff is terrible and unfortunately that’s a reflection on him as well. My first visit while waiting for my appointment I witness a lady become upset on the way she was being treated was a sign I regret ignoring. I feel his practice treat people wrong and you are just another patient. I would not recommend this doctor at all.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
5 people found this helpful
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Oct 25, 2021
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I’m thrilled with the quality of care received with Dr. Crooks, Jessica Byrd, FNP and entire staff. Everyone truly listens and takes time to help you with your pain management. Highly recommend pain management services with Pinnacle Pain and Spine!!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Eileen Swanner – Sep 16, 2021
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Always a pleasure when I visit. Everyone has a positive attitude.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Jim Giordano – Sep 09, 2021
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Office staff met me with a smile. Processed the additional paperwork and got me to the exam room on time. Dr. Crooks and his support personnel treated me well and talked me through the procedure. Dr. Crooks was quick and efficient. I highly recommend Dr. Crooks and his team for any pain related issues.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Kevin Lair – Sep 09, 2021
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Everyone I have encountered with his staff and facilities he uses, has been personable and professional. I’ve been trying to avoid a neck surgery and so far it has worked well with the injections. The best part, is they have not prescribed me any pain pills or other medications. We are looking at moving out of state, but for pain management purposes, I would come back here for treatments.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dave – Sep 06, 2021
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The staff is kind, explains things and I felt safe. I did bring a concern up to one of my nurses and I am hoping it was addressed. I’m really hoping that this gets me in the right direction to healing. Chronic pain is an awful thing to deal with mentally besides the physically. And if I’m stuck like this forever than at least I have a good team to work with. Thank you.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Sara – Sep 03, 2021
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I'm a long time patient five plus years. Dr Crooks is a caring person. He and his staff will go out of there way to help you anyway they can.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Larry Larson – Aug 27, 2021
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Very impressed with knowing what to treat. I am very happy. Great staff
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Marlys McFarland – Aug 26, 2021
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The entire team works flawlessly in collaboration with kindness and caring.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sara Feathers – Aug 20, 2021
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Ok visit. No pain from shot sight. Bad headache all night and today so far. Would it be ok to take TylanolLois
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
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Lois Zuckerman – Aug 18, 2021
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The office was organized, professional and friendly.Dr Crooks was very attentive to my needs and set up a plan of care.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 04, 2021
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Care Philosophy

Delivering the highest quality patient care has been the primary focus of Dr. Crooks throughout his career in medicine. He believes that the best attribute...Read more

Biography

Matthew Crooks, MD, is a double board-certified, fellowship-trained interventional pain specialist and also serves as the Medical Director of Pinnacle Pain.

Specialties

  • Pain Management
  • Headache Management
  • Interventional Pain Medicine

Board Certifications

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American Board of Anesthesiology®
Anesthesiology
Pain Medicine

UCLA Medical Center (Los Angeles)

Fellowship Hospital

Rosalind Franklin University

Medical School

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    Please call the office to learn more. (480) 407-6400

    What is the best way to schedule an appointment with Dr. Matthew Crooks, MD?

    New patients may call (480) 605-3170 to make an appointment.

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    Dr. Matthew Crooks, MD accepts various insurance plans. You can easily check if your insurance provider is accepted by using the Healthgrades insurance check. We recommend verifying your insurance coverage before scheduling an appointment to ensure a seamless experience.

    Does Dr. Matthew Crooks, MD accept new patients?

    New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Matthew Crooks, MD on Healthgrades. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Crooks' profile.

    What is Dr. Matthew Crooks, MD's office address?

    Dr. Crooks' office is located at 9023 E Desert Cove Ave Ste 101, Scottsdale, AZ 85260. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

    Affiliated Hospitals

    Dr. Crooks is affiliated with the following hospitals. Select a hospital below to learn more.

    Learn more about how Healthgrades measuresHospital Quality.

    Mercy Gilbert Medical Center

    Gilbert, AZ

    75% Patients that would definitely recommend, 5% higher than the national average

    8 Awards Received

    Award Highlight: America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2022)

    St. Joseph's Hospital And Medical Center

    Phoenix, AZ

    74% Patients that would definitely recommend, 4% higher than the national average

    16 Awards Received

    Chandler Regional Medical Center

    Chandler, AZ

    71% Patients that would definitely recommend, 1% higher than the national average

    15 Awards Received