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Dr. Charles Craton received his bachelor’s degree in biochemistry from the University of Georgia. Dr. Craton received his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia. He completed his internal medicine residency with the Mercer University School of Medicine at the Medical Center of Central Georgia.
Dr. Craton is board certified in internal medicine and currently is in practice with Wellstar Medical Group - Douglasville Medical Center.
Specialties
Internal Medicine
Education & Training
Medical College of Georgia
Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine
Hospital Affiliations
Wellstar Douglas Hospital
Languages spoken
English
Common Treatments, Conditions, and Procedures
Annual Physical
Hypertension
Sleep Apnea
Sleep Problems
Weight Loss
Patient Reviews
Overall patient rating
4.8
4.8
Based on 682 patient ratings
I'd recommend this provider to family and friends
4.90
I'd recommend this practice to family and friends
4.90
Listened to me carefully
4.85
Shared the right amount of information
4.77
Earned my trust
4.77
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Patient Reviews
5
I have had Dr. Charles Craton as my primary care physician for the last 8 years. There's no better. He's knowledgeable, caring and communicates throughly and clearly with his patients. I have referred him to my friends and neighbors many times.
May 12, 2024
5
Great doctor and great staff The only thing I dislike is the wellstar telephone system which the greeting is too long
May 11, 2024
5
I have been a patient of Dr Craton's for several years and have always been totally satisfied with the level of care I have received. I would have no problem recommending him and the practice to family and friends.
May 5, 2024
5
I have been seeing Dr. Craton for over 20 years. He always listens and always gives me good advice.
May 3, 2024
5
Dr Craton is a fantastic doctor, would highly recommend to my family & friends
May 2, 2024
5
Dr Craton is in my opinion everything I hoped a doctor would be. I am very satisfied. He is fully involved when he is with me. Every visit he comes in and listens attentively. He is positive and upbeat. He is informed and engaged. I couldn't ask for more. I am fully confident in him as my doctor.
May 2, 2024
5
Everything i experienced today went smoothly until I went to the lab. Staff are friendly and courteous however, the waiting area is too small and right by the office entrance. The check in desk is not permanently manned so your wait time is controlled by the time someone from the lab comes and takes your information from the sign in sheet. Also it appears this department is short staffed. Maybe take a look at this process to see if improvements can be made.
May 2, 2024
5
There is now a recent parking issue. Myself and about 8 other cars had to park on the street because no spaces available! I was very worried my car would be towed. I was told it's because the hospital visitors and employees are using these spaces! This is definitely a huge pain if I have to deal with this every time I come to this medical office. Why suddenly is there a parking issue? I've been coming to this space for over 20+yrs
May 2, 2024
5
Love Dr Craton and his Staff.
April 25, 2024
5
Very professional.
April 20, 2024
5
Dr. Craton and his staff are always professional, courteous, and caring.
April 19, 2024
5
I hate getting older but I am so glad I have Dr Craton and his staff to help me navigate my health plan.
April 19, 2024
5
I have a great doctor and his staff are very professional and nice.
April 19, 2024
5
Dr Craton has been my Dr for many many years. He is a very professional , caring physician and listens to what concerns I may have. He is the best?
April 18, 2024
5
Dr Craton is wonderful and I appreciate his good care.
April 19, 2024
5
Dr. Craton and his staff are always so helpful. Dr. Craton never minds spending a little extra time going over stuff with you if you have questions about your health. I really appreciate him. I'm a long-term patient of WellSTAR. Thank you.
April 13, 2024
5
I appreciate what Dr Craton does for me.
April 8, 2024
5
Dr. Craton is very knowledgeable and was very helpful.
April 7, 2024
5
Dr. Craton always listens to everything I say.
April 8, 2024
5
a ten (10) out of ten (10). What else could I say!!!!!
April 3, 2024
5
The lab, where you get blood done took awhile. Other than that everything was good.
April 3, 2024
5
Dr. Craton and staff are always wonderful, great job!
March 30, 2024
5
Something needs to be done about the parking. I fortunately got the last space but was in the back of the building. I originally thought I would have to leave and skip my appointment. Others from the hospital must be using this parking lot. Also the wait time to get blood work. There has been a change in the last few years. I've had to leave and come back because of the long wait and another time because they left for lunch just as I finished my Dr. appt. Only 1 person was drawing blood today. Seemed to be a lot of confusion in the lab.
March 28, 2024
5
The receptionist was extremely helpful.
March 27, 2024
5
Dr. Craton is intelligent and well informed. He makes you feel very comfortable and addresses every concern with care.
March 24, 2024
5
Dr Craton and his staff are excellent.
March 24, 2024
5
Dr. Craton is an excellent doctor and I am very lucky to have him as my primary care physician. Thank you!
March 21, 2024
5
Consistently on time.
March 20, 2024
5
Glad to see that after several years, you finally put signs up showing the doctors names.
March 20, 2024
4
The staff is excellent in person but not necessarily over the phone.
March 18, 2024
5
I have had Dr. Charles Craton as my primary care physician for the last 8 years. There's no better. He's knowledgeable, caring and communicates throughly and clearly with his patients. I have referred him to my friends and neighbors many times.
May 12, 2024
5
Great doctor and great staff The only thing I dislike is the wellstar telephone system which the greeting is too long
May 11, 2024
5
I have been a patient of Dr Craton's for several years and have always been totally satisfied with the level of care I have received. I would have no problem recommending him and the practice to family and friends.
May 5, 2024
5
I have been seeing Dr. Craton for over 20 years. He always listens and always gives me good advice.
May 3, 2024
5
Dr Craton is a fantastic doctor, would highly recommend to my family & friends
May 2, 2024
5
Dr Craton is in my opinion everything I hoped a doctor would be. I am very satisfied. He is fully involved when he is with me. Every visit he comes in and listens attentively. He is positive and upbeat. He is informed and engaged. I couldn't ask for more. I am fully confident in him as my doctor.
May 2, 2024
5
Everything i experienced today went smoothly until I went to the lab. Staff are friendly and courteous however, the waiting area is too small and right by the office entrance. The check in desk is not permanently manned so your wait time is controlled by the time someone from the lab comes and takes your information from the sign in sheet. Also it appears this department is short staffed. Maybe take a look at this process to see if improvements can be made.
May 2, 2024
5
There is now a recent parking issue. Myself and about 8 other cars had to park on the street because no spaces available! I was very worried my car would be towed. I was told it's because the hospital visitors and employees are using these spaces! This is definitely a huge pain if I have to deal with this every time I come to this medical office. Why suddenly is there a parking issue? I've been coming to this space for over 20+yrs
May 2, 2024
5
Love Dr Craton and his Staff.
April 25, 2024
5
Very professional.
April 20, 2024
5
Dr. Craton and his staff are always professional, courteous, and caring.
April 19, 2024
5
I hate getting older but I am so glad I have Dr Craton and his staff to help me navigate my health plan.
April 19, 2024
5
I have a great doctor and his staff are very professional and nice.
April 19, 2024
5
Dr Craton has been my Dr for many many years. He is a very professional , caring physician and listens to what concerns I may have. He is the best?
April 18, 2024
5
Dr Craton is wonderful and I appreciate his good care.
April 19, 2024
5
Dr. Craton and his staff are always so helpful. Dr. Craton never minds spending a little extra time going over stuff with you if you have questions about your health. I really appreciate him. I'm a long-term patient of WellSTAR. Thank you.
April 13, 2024
5
I appreciate what Dr Craton does for me.
April 8, 2024
5
Dr. Craton is very knowledgeable and was very helpful.
April 7, 2024
5
Dr. Craton always listens to everything I say.
April 8, 2024
5
a ten (10) out of ten (10). What else could I say!!!!!
April 3, 2024
5
The lab, where you get blood done took awhile. Other than that everything was good.
April 3, 2024
5
Dr. Craton and staff are always wonderful, great job!
March 30, 2024
5
Something needs to be done about the parking. I fortunately got the last space but was in the back of the building. I originally thought I would have to leave and skip my appointment. Others from the hospital must be using this parking lot. Also the wait time to get blood work. There has been a change in the last few years. I've had to leave and come back because of the long wait and another time because they left for lunch just as I finished my Dr. appt. Only 1 person was drawing blood today. Seemed to be a lot of confusion in the lab.
March 28, 2024
5
The receptionist was extremely helpful.
March 27, 2024
5
Dr. Craton is intelligent and well informed. He makes you feel very comfortable and addresses every concern with care.
March 24, 2024
5
Dr Craton and his staff are excellent.
March 24, 2024
5
Dr. Craton is an excellent doctor and I am very lucky to have him as my primary care physician. Thank you!
March 21, 2024
5
Consistently on time.
March 20, 2024
5
Glad to see that after several years, you finally put signs up showing the doctors names.
March 20, 2024
4
The staff is excellent in person but not necessarily over the phone.
March 18, 2024
4
The staff is excellent in person but not necessarily over the phone.
March 18, 2024
5
I have had Dr. Charles Craton as my primary care physician for the last 8 years. There's no better. He's knowledgeable, caring and communicates throughly and clearly with his patients. I have referred him to my friends and neighbors many times.
May 12, 2024
5
Great doctor and great staff The only thing I dislike is the wellstar telephone system which the greeting is too long
May 11, 2024
5
I have been a patient of Dr Craton's for several years and have always been totally satisfied with the level of care I have received. I would have no problem recommending him and the practice to family and friends.
May 5, 2024
5
I have been seeing Dr. Craton for over 20 years. He always listens and always gives me good advice.
May 3, 2024
5
Dr Craton is a fantastic doctor, would highly recommend to my family & friends
May 2, 2024
5
Dr Craton is in my opinion everything I hoped a doctor would be. I am very satisfied. He is fully involved when he is with me. Every visit he comes in and listens attentively. He is positive and upbeat. He is informed and engaged. I couldn't ask for more. I am fully confident in him as my doctor.
May 2, 2024
5
Everything i experienced today went smoothly until I went to the lab. Staff are friendly and courteous however, the waiting area is too small and right by the office entrance. The check in desk is not permanently manned so your wait time is controlled by the time someone from the lab comes and takes your information from the sign in sheet. Also it appears this department is short staffed. Maybe take a look at this process to see if improvements can be made.
May 2, 2024
5
There is now a recent parking issue. Myself and about 8 other cars had to park on the street because no spaces available! I was very worried my car would be towed. I was told it's because the hospital visitors and employees are using these spaces! This is definitely a huge pain if I have to deal with this every time I come to this medical office. Why suddenly is there a parking issue? I've been coming to this space for over 20+yrs
May 2, 2024
5
Love Dr Craton and his Staff.
April 25, 2024
5
Very professional.
April 20, 2024
5
Dr. Craton and his staff are always professional, courteous, and caring.
April 19, 2024
5
I hate getting older but I am so glad I have Dr Craton and his staff to help me navigate my health plan.
April 19, 2024
5
I have a great doctor and his staff are very professional and nice.
April 19, 2024
5
Dr Craton has been my Dr for many many years. He is a very professional , caring physician and listens to what concerns I may have. He is the best?
April 18, 2024
5
Dr Craton is wonderful and I appreciate his good care.
April 19, 2024
5
Dr. Craton and his staff are always so helpful. Dr. Craton never minds spending a little extra time going over stuff with you if you have questions about your health. I really appreciate him. I'm a long-term patient of WellSTAR. Thank you.
April 13, 2024
5
I appreciate what Dr Craton does for me.
April 8, 2024
5
Dr. Craton is very knowledgeable and was very helpful.
April 7, 2024
5
Dr. Craton always listens to everything I say.
April 8, 2024
5
a ten (10) out of ten (10). What else could I say!!!!!
April 3, 2024
5
The lab, where you get blood done took awhile. Other than that everything was good.
April 3, 2024
5
Dr. Craton and staff are always wonderful, great job!
March 30, 2024
5
Something needs to be done about the parking. I fortunately got the last space but was in the back of the building. I originally thought I would have to leave and skip my appointment. Others from the hospital must be using this parking lot. Also the wait time to get blood work. There has been a change in the last few years. I've had to leave and come back because of the long wait and another time because they left for lunch just as I finished my Dr. appt. Only 1 person was drawing blood today. Seemed to be a lot of confusion in the lab.
March 28, 2024
5
The receptionist was extremely helpful.
March 27, 2024
5
Dr. Craton is intelligent and well informed. He makes you feel very comfortable and addresses every concern with care.
March 24, 2024
5
Dr Craton and his staff are excellent.
March 24, 2024
5
Dr. Craton is an excellent doctor and I am very lucky to have him as my primary care physician. Thank you!
March 21, 2024
5
Consistently on time.
March 20, 2024
5
Glad to see that after several years, you finally put signs up showing the doctors names.
March 20, 2024
5
I have had Dr. Charles Craton as my primary care physician for the last 8 years. There's no better. He's knowledgeable, caring and communicates throughly and clearly with his patients. I have referred him to my friends and neighbors many times.
May 12, 2024
5
Great doctor and great staff The only thing I dislike is the wellstar telephone system which the greeting is too long
May 11, 2024
5
I have been a patient of Dr Craton's for several years and have always been totally satisfied with the level of care I have received. I would have no problem recommending him and the practice to family and friends.
May 5, 2024
5
I have been seeing Dr. Craton for over 20 years. He always listens and always gives me good advice.
May 3, 2024
5
Everything i experienced today went smoothly until I went to the lab. Staff are friendly and courteous however, the waiting area is too small and right by the office entrance. The check in desk is not permanently manned so your wait time is controlled by the time someone from the lab comes and takes your information from the sign in sheet. Also it appears this department is short staffed. Maybe take a look at this process to see if improvements can be made.
May 2, 2024
5
Dr Craton is a fantastic doctor, would highly recommend to my family & friends
May 2, 2024
5
There is now a recent parking issue. Myself and about 8 other cars had to park on the street because no spaces available! I was very worried my car would be towed. I was told it's because the hospital visitors and employees are using these spaces! This is definitely a huge pain if I have to deal with this every time I come to this medical office. Why suddenly is there a parking issue? I've been coming to this space for over 20+yrs
May 2, 2024
5
Dr Craton is in my opinion everything I hoped a doctor would be. I am very satisfied. He is fully involved when he is with me. Every visit he comes in and listens attentively. He is positive and upbeat. He is informed and engaged. I couldn't ask for more. I am fully confident in him as my doctor.
May 2, 2024
5
Love Dr Craton and his Staff.
April 25, 2024
5
Very professional.
April 20, 2024
5
Dr. Craton and his staff are always professional, courteous, and caring.
April 19, 2024
5
I hate getting older but I am so glad I have Dr Craton and his staff to help me navigate my health plan.
April 19, 2024
5
Dr Craton is wonderful and I appreciate his good care.
April 19, 2024
5
I have a great doctor and his staff are very professional and nice.
April 19, 2024
5
Dr Craton has been my Dr for many many years. He is a very professional , caring physician and listens to what concerns I may have. He is the best?
April 18, 2024
5
Dr. Craton and his staff are always so helpful. Dr. Craton never minds spending a little extra time going over stuff with you if you have questions about your health. I really appreciate him. I'm a long-term patient of WellSTAR. Thank you.
April 13, 2024
5
Dr. Craton always listens to everything I say.
April 8, 2024
5
I appreciate what Dr Craton does for me.
April 8, 2024
5
Dr. Craton is very knowledgeable and was very helpful.
April 7, 2024
5
a ten (10) out of ten (10). What else could I say!!!!!
April 3, 2024
5
The lab, where you get blood done took awhile. Other than that everything was good.
April 3, 2024
5
Dr. Craton and staff are always wonderful, great job!
March 30, 2024
5
Something needs to be done about the parking. I fortunately got the last space but was in the back of the building. I originally thought I would have to leave and skip my appointment. Others from the hospital must be using this parking lot. Also the wait time to get blood work. There has been a change in the last few years. I've had to leave and come back because of the long wait and another time because they left for lunch just as I finished my Dr. appt. Only 1 person was drawing blood today. Seemed to be a lot of confusion in the lab.
March 28, 2024
5
The receptionist was extremely helpful.
March 27, 2024
5
Dr. Craton is intelligent and well informed. He makes you feel very comfortable and addresses every concern with care.
March 24, 2024
5
Dr Craton and his staff are excellent.
March 24, 2024
5
Dr. Craton is an excellent doctor and I am very lucky to have him as my primary care physician. Thank you!
March 21, 2024
5
Glad to see that after several years, you finally put signs up showing the doctors names.
March 20, 2024
5
Consistently on time.
March 20, 2024
4
The staff is excellent in person but not necessarily over the phone.
March 18, 2024
4
The staff is excellent in person but not necessarily over the phone.
March 18, 2024
5
Consistently on time.
March 20, 2024
5
Glad to see that after several years, you finally put signs up showing the doctors names.
March 20, 2024
5
Dr. Craton is an excellent doctor and I am very lucky to have him as my primary care physician. Thank you!
March 21, 2024
5
Dr Craton and his staff are excellent.
March 24, 2024
5
Dr. Craton is intelligent and well informed. He makes you feel very comfortable and addresses every concern with care.
March 24, 2024
5
The receptionist was extremely helpful.
March 27, 2024
5
Something needs to be done about the parking. I fortunately got the last space but was in the back of the building. I originally thought I would have to leave and skip my appointment. Others from the hospital must be using this parking lot. Also the wait time to get blood work. There has been a change in the last few years. I've had to leave and come back because of the long wait and another time because they left for lunch just as I finished my Dr. appt. Only 1 person was drawing blood today. Seemed to be a lot of confusion in the lab.
March 28, 2024
5
Dr. Craton and staff are always wonderful, great job!
March 30, 2024
5
The lab, where you get blood done took awhile. Other than that everything was good.
April 3, 2024
5
a ten (10) out of ten (10). What else could I say!!!!!
April 3, 2024
5
Dr. Craton is very knowledgeable and was very helpful.
April 7, 2024
5
I appreciate what Dr Craton does for me.
April 8, 2024
5
Dr. Craton always listens to everything I say.
April 8, 2024
5
Dr. Craton and his staff are always so helpful. Dr. Craton never minds spending a little extra time going over stuff with you if you have questions about your health. I really appreciate him. I'm a long-term patient of WellSTAR. Thank you.
April 13, 2024
5
Dr Craton has been my Dr for many many years. He is a very professional , caring physician and listens to what concerns I may have. He is the best?
April 18, 2024
5
I have a great doctor and his staff are very professional and nice.
April 19, 2024
5
Dr Craton is wonderful and I appreciate his good care.
April 19, 2024
5
I hate getting older but I am so glad I have Dr Craton and his staff to help me navigate my health plan.
April 19, 2024
5
Dr. Craton and his staff are always professional, courteous, and caring.
April 19, 2024
5
Very professional.
April 20, 2024
5
Love Dr Craton and his Staff.
April 25, 2024
5
Dr Craton is in my opinion everything I hoped a doctor would be. I am very satisfied. He is fully involved when he is with me. Every visit he comes in and listens attentively. He is positive and upbeat. He is informed and engaged. I couldn't ask for more. I am fully confident in him as my doctor.
May 2, 2024
5
There is now a recent parking issue. Myself and about 8 other cars had to park on the street because no spaces available! I was very worried my car would be towed. I was told it's because the hospital visitors and employees are using these spaces! This is definitely a huge pain if I have to deal with this every time I come to this medical office. Why suddenly is there a parking issue? I've been coming to this space for over 20+yrs
May 2, 2024
5
Dr Craton is a fantastic doctor, would highly recommend to my family & friends
May 2, 2024
5
Everything i experienced today went smoothly until I went to the lab. Staff are friendly and courteous however, the waiting area is too small and right by the office entrance. The check in desk is not permanently manned so your wait time is controlled by the time someone from the lab comes and takes your information from the sign in sheet. Also it appears this department is short staffed. Maybe take a look at this process to see if improvements can be made.
May 2, 2024
5
I have been seeing Dr. Craton for over 20 years. He always listens and always gives me good advice.
May 3, 2024
5
I have been a patient of Dr Craton's for several years and have always been totally satisfied with the level of care I have received. I would have no problem recommending him and the practice to family and friends.
May 5, 2024
5
Great doctor and great staff The only thing I dislike is the wellstar telephone system which the greeting is too long
May 11, 2024
5
I have had Dr. Charles Craton as my primary care physician for the last 8 years. There's no better. He's knowledgeable, caring and communicates throughly and clearly with his patients. I have referred him to my friends and neighbors many times.