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Patient Testimonials
"Dr. Crittendon and the team was amazing from start to finish. The success of the PDA closure procedure was truly the turning point in my twins' care." - Ashley L., mother of patients Luke and Lane
"Dr. Crittendon never gave up on August and provided us with answers to our hundreds of questions. He would come in and check on August multiple times a day. The compassion he showed gave us so much comfort." - Ami P., August's parent
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Education and Training
Medical School
Oregon Health Science University
Year Completed: 2004
Oregon Health Sciences University
Year Completed: 2004
Internship
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
Field of Study: Pediatrics
Year Completed: 2005
Residency
University of Texas Southwestern Medical School - GME
Field of Study: Pediatrics
Year Completed: 2007
Texas Children's Hospital
Field of Study: Pediatric Cardiology
Year Completed: 2010
Fellowship
Baylor College of Medicine
Field of Study: Pediatric Interventional Cardiac Catheterization
Year Completed: 2011
Baylor College of Medicine - Fellowship
Field of Study: Pediatric Cardiology
Year Completed: 2010
Texas Children's Hospital
Field of Study: Pediatric Interventional Catherization
Year Completed: 2011
Certifications
- American Board of Internal Medicine - Pediatric Cardiology
- American Board of Pediatrics
- American Board of Pediatrics - Pediatric Cardiology
- Inc. - Pediatric Cardiology
In the News
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New noninvasive heart surgery saves New Orleans twins. They graduated Kindergarten in May.
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Ochsner Accredited by Adult Congenital Heart Association
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Ochsner Children’s leads the region in pediatric cardiology with a legacy of excellence, lifesaving care and a vision for the future
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Ochsner earns national accreditation for congenital heart program
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Ochsner Health accredited by Adult Congenital Heart Association
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