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Alison V. Crum
( out of 42 reviews )

Alison V. Crum, MD

Languages spoken: English

Clinical Locations

Primary Location

John A. Moran Eye Center

65 N Mario Capecchi
Salt Lake City , UT 84132

Dr. Crum evaluates and treats complex visual complaints caused by optic nerve or brain disease. She sees patients with thyroid eye disease, optic neuritis, papilledema, neuropathies, and idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH). She also provides oculoplastic medical services.

Get to know Dr. Crum by watching her profile video.

Board Certification

American Board of Ophthalmology

Patient Rating

4.8 /5
( out of 42 reviews )

The patient rating score is an average of all responses on our patient experience survey. The rating averages scores for all questions about care from our providers. The scale on which responses are measured is 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.


2026-03-04
MIDVALLEY

Very pleasing personality and genuine caring of what you are experiencing. During my exam she talked about what she was seeing in my eyes and afterward discussed what I should do in the future if my issues escalated again. Very pleased with this doctor.

2026-02-07
MORAN EYE CENTER

Incredibly helpful and kind!

2026-02-07
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr. Crum is one of the few caring and compassionate doctors around these days. Qualities that are hard to come by in physicians. She listens, validates and demonstrates genuine care and compassion for her patients.

2026-01-18
MORAN EYE CENTER

She gave me so much time and made me feel so at ease. She is amazing.

2026-01-06
MIDVALLEY

Thank you very much ma'am for taking care of me. You are a great doctor you care about your patience thank you for making me feel comfortable. I'm taking care of me and I will see you in March. Hopefully, I have better news thank you thank you have a great day.

2025-12-17
MIDVALLEY

Explained things so that I could understand and the whys. Friendly and courteous.

2025-11-23
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr Crum has been amazing! She is exceptional when it comes to practicing medicine and thinking about ways to improve my medical concerns. She is attentive and personable.

2025-11-19
MIDVALLEY

Dr Crumb truly show concern. I appreciate her recommendations for care of my eyesight.

2025-11-06
MORAN EYE CENTER

Kind and very professional

2025-10-01
MIDVALLEY

Dr Crum Was very good about explaining everything to me and answering my questions. She was also very thorough. Dr Crum wanted to get all the information she needed in order to help my situation

2025-07-02
MIDVALLEY

Dr. Crum is very engaging, explains procedures and examination results very well. Had a high degree of confidence in her treatment of me.

2025-06-16
MORAN EYE CENTER

I have been very impressed with Dr. Crum. I have seen two other neurooptomologists in dealing with my Wallenberg stroke. She was very patient, listened to my concerns. She was very friendly and knowledgeable. I would and will be recommending her to my support group!

2025-05-14
MORAN EYE CENTER

Super knowle and kind

2025-05-04
MIDVALLEY

Just not a satisfying experience.

2024-11-03
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr Crum provided excellent care. She was kind and professional.

2024-07-30
MORAN EYE CENTER

I felt like Dr.Crum had made sure I had received a thorough evaluation. And her explanation of her findings was easy to understand. I left feeling I had had 100% of her care. Thank you

2024-07-21
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr. Crum genuinely cares about her patients, listens to them, and is very proactive in her treatment approach. I would absolutely recommend working with her.

2024-07-17
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr Crum was patient, supportive, and encouraging. Lu

2024-04-21
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr. Crum made me feel at ease and took her time to explain everything to me and to made it clear she is available for any additional questions or concerns I have. I would highly recommend her.

2024-04-13
MORAN EYE CENTER

Doctor Crum is amazing! She is very knowledgeable, friendly and helpful.

2024-04-01
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr. Crum is knowledgeable, patient and caring!!

2023-10-28
MORAN EYE CENTER

She is very professional with a good bedside manner.

2023-08-19
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr. Crum has always been respectful and supportive!!

2023-07-22
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr Crum very caring. She explained all of the tests and if there were any areas of concern. I trust her knowledge and abilities. Sight is so and important Dr Crum takes this responsibility seriously. Thank you

2023-07-10
MORAN EYE CENTER

She is fantastic. I have had such great care from her for 7 years.

2023-05-05
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr Crum is amazing.

2023-05-02
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr. Crum is amazing. A very caring and warm person. She really is what healthcare should be.

2023-05-02
MORAN EYE CENTER

She seemed very knowledgeable and explained how the surgery would be done, any possible problems that could arise, and aftercare. She seemed genuinely interested in us.

2023-04-28
MORAN EYE CENTER

Shes always so kind and great at explaining and giving me card tips

2023-04-28
MORAN EYE CENTER

Very caring and efficient.

2023-04-16
MORAN EYE CENTER

DR MD Crum was very friendly and she did an excellent job on my eyelid. [NAME REMOVED]

2023-04-15
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr Crum was very knowledgeable, cordial, and unrushed, taking time to thoroughly explain my condition.

2023-04-14
MORAN EYE CENTER

All of the people I interacted with were pleasant and knowledgeable.

2023-04-14
MORAN EYE CENTER

Very knowledgeable and patient.

2023-04-08
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr. Crum was very professional but down to earth. She explained everything to me and advised me on what eye drops to use.

2023-04-08
MORAN EYE CENTER

I appreciate Dr. Crum wanting to be thorough with my issues and getting them resolved. I also appreciate her suggestions of an ENT doctor.

2023-03-21
MORAN EYE CENTER

It was very good and I am glad that they have a people such as Dr Crum that if needed I would feel very comfortable in having her assist me with my needs again.

2023-03-11
MORAN EYE CENTER

She's great, explained what was going on and recommended a fix.

2023-03-09
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr Crum is terrific. Wish she could handle all of my eye care.

2023-03-06
MORAN EYE CENTER

Very knowledgeable and listened to my concerns

2023-03-04
MORAN EYE CENTER

She treated us with respect, gave us care options, and answered all of our questions.

2023-02-18
MORAN EYE CENTER

Very considerate and kind.

2023-02-10
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr. Crum has been an excellent physician in a very difficult and challenging situation!!

2023-02-09
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr. Crum is knowledgeable, smart and pesonable. Fortunate to have her care. Kevin Jones

2023-02-08
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr. Crum is very professional, thorough, and instilled confidence in me in her abilities to handle the issue presented to her. She was also very friendly and seemed to really know her field. I hope to continue returning to Dr. Crum for regular eye care and ophthalmology needs.

2023-02-07
MORAN EYE CENTER

Great doctor

2023-01-31
MORAN EYE CENTER

My experience with Dr Crum was excellent. I can tell she genuinely cared about my health and well-being. She took the time to explain things in detail to where I could understand what she was saying.

2023-01-31
MORAN EYE CENTER

She is awesome!

2023-01-28
MORAN EYE CENTER

Very effective and caring. All pre and post surgical issues were addressed.

2023-01-27
MORAN EYE CENTER

Takes time to make sure directions are understood. Listens. Smiles. Very patient.

2023-01-27
MORAN EYE CENTER

She spent a lot of time explaining the things she was going to try to accomplish during surgery. She answered all of our questions. She is very detailed and extremely good at what she does. We live out of town and she fit us into her busy schedule. She is a great person and Dr.

2023-01-22
MORAN EYE CENTER

She is very smart, personable, and skilled. I am fortunate to be her patient. Kevin Jones

2023-01-13
MORAN EYE CENTER

She is an excellent provider

2023-01-13
MORAN EYE CENTER

She is great!!

2023-01-12
MORAN EYE CENTER

Quality surgeon and person. Attentive listener, able to respond to many questions.

2022-12-14
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr. Crum is brillant, personable and concerned about my welfare. Blessed that she is taking care of me. Kevin Jones

2022-12-07
MORAN EYE CENTER

Excellent, thoughtful care

2022-11-24
John A Moran Eye Center

Loved Dr. Crum! She's smart and personable. Could ask any questions and she answered them. Great addition to your group. Will ask for her if I have any need in the future.

2022-10-29
John A Moran Eye Center

Fortunate to have Dr. Crum take care of my eyes. She's a genius and very kind. [NAME REMOVED]

2022-10-18
MORAN EYE CENTER

I was so impressed with my doctor! She did a fantastic job hearing my concerns, giving me time to process and ask follow-up questions. I really appreciated her careful explanations and professional concern.

2022-10-17
MORAN EYE CENTER

Alison clearly knows her deal, listened but could tell it was superficial

2022-09-16
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr. Crum addressed all of my concerns and questions with patience and care. Very much appreciate her explanation and options.

2022-09-03
MORAN EYE CENTER

Good

2022-08-24
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr. Crum is very smart, pleasant, concerned about the patient. Kevin Jones

2022-08-22
MORAN EYE CENTER

As with all the staff, Dr Crum is very professional, and thorough. Provided information to consider for future treatment also. I'm so impressed with Dr Crum's knowledge and care. Thank you so much.

2022-08-10
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr. Crum was my physician. Did an excellent job in all areas. I would rate her outstanding.

2022-08-08
MORAN EYE CENTER

She was very good at checking in with me and not rushing through the appointment.

2022-07-15
MORAN EYE CENTER

Very thorough. Listened well to my questions snd answered each one. Thank you Dr. Crum.

2022-05-02
MORAN EYE CENTER

Very involved team

2022-05-01
MORAN EYE CENTER

Everyone was very thoughtful and thorough.

2022-04-12
MORAN EYE CENTER

Very very competent individual and assistants

2022-04-04
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr. Crum and her team were very thorough in explaining procedures.

2022-03-12
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr. Crum is one of the few doctors I have met who appears to actually care about her patients. She is open to dialogue and actively advocates with and for her patients.

2022-03-10
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr Crum listened to my concerns. Showed me how to take care of the eye. Looked up info on my chart from my regular eye doctor that I told her about. Took great care Thank you

2022-02-26
MORAN EYE CENTER

good

2022-02-10
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr. Crum was exceptional in every way.

2022-02-06
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr. Crum needs to explain the problem and treatment in lay English. I did not understand all the medical terminology she used.

2022-02-03
MORAN EYE CENTER

Doctor was clear and helpful.

2022-02-01
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr. Crum was able to get us into our follow up appointment early and did not rush us through the appointment. She explained everything about what she was doing and what she was happy about, or concerned with, in detail. She did not rush us and took her time answering our questions.

2022-01-26
MORAN EYE CENTER

I will know more after I have the procedures.

2022-01-22
MORAN EYE CENTER

Excellent

2022-01-18
MORAN EYE CENTER

Very excellent care

2022-01-13
MORAN EYE CENTER

I am so grateful for Moran!!!

2022-01-11
MORAN EYE CENTER

Already have

2022-01-05
MORAN EYE CENTER

Good

2021-12-15
MORAN EYE CENTER

MD couldn't pinpoint a diagnosis. Sent me back to see a glaucoma specialist in my area to rule out glaucoma. I would have thought that specialist would have been available for consult at the Moran Eye center! But, then it was after 5pm when all tests were done. Dr. Crum and the team were very kind, attentive. Sadly, not able to get a diagnosis at the Moran Eye Center.

2021-12-02
MORAN EYE CENTER

Outstanding care

2021-11-27
MORAN EYE CENTER

Good

2021-11-22
MORAN EYE CENTER

Good

2021-11-20
MORAN EYE CENTER

The PA was outstanding. The doctor was thorough. I am very pleased with my care at Moran.

2021-11-13
MORAN EYE CENTER

Good

2021-11-11
MORAN EYE CENTER

Sie is very competent.

2021-10-31
MORAN EYE CENTER

Real good

2021-10-14
MORAN EYE CENTER

The best care. Above and beyond. I got my eyes checked for vision when I came in for just the trauma. My Doctor and assistants were Topshelf

2021-10-14
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr. Crum is an excellent communicator as well as listener. Never impatient if she has to repeat information.

2021-10-09
MORAN EYE CENTER

She was clear about options and gave us all the options, while remaining willing to go either way and respect our choice. During the procedure, she did the work while remaining concerned about the patient's comfort. She was very supportive throughout everything.

2021-10-04
MORAN EYE CENTER

I have received excellent care each time I visit the Moran Eye Clinic.

2021-09-04
MORAN EYE CENTER

Very good

2021-08-26
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr's at the Moran need to be able to deal with people with disabilities. We have seen 4 Dr's now and only one Dr. Crum seemed able to communicate and work well with our son.

2021-08-21
MORAN EYE CENTER

DR CRUM ALWAYS KEEPS A VERY PROFESSIONAL OFFICE.

2021-08-14
MORAN EYE CENTER

Good

2021-04-26
MORAN EYE CENTER

superb experience.

2021-04-20
MORAN EYE CENTER

doctors were horrible and could have cared less about me , they did not ask me ONE QUESTION about my problems. They could not get out of the room fast enough.

2021-04-15
MORAN EYE CENTER

excellent

2021-04-15
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr Cr um paid very attention to me

2021-04-09
MORAN EYE CENTER

people very all professional and likeable

2021-03-31
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr Crum explained the procedure in detail including pros and cons. She allowed ample time for questions as well as tine to have a private conversation with spouse. She even suggested getting a second opinion if I had doubts. I had total confidence in the information provided

2021-03-29
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr. Crum was very professional and caring.

2021-03-28
MORAN EYE CENTER

Allie the resident and Dr Crum were excellent!

2021-03-27
MORAN EYE CENTER

best eye doctor surgeon ever!!!!!

2021-03-25
MORAN EYE CENTER

above and beyond what I expected! I am so pleased. have me hope for addressing issues . remarkable Resident and surgeon!

2021-03-11
MORAN EYE CENTER

Sravanthi Venguta was a most welcome addition to my appointment. her and Dr. Crum worked well together to give me options and ideas of what is going on and what to do. I would gladly see them both anytime again.

2021-02-16
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr. Crum is extremely caring, compassionate and just who you want providing your medical care. She treats everyone they way she wants to be treated.

2021-02-15
MORAN EYE CENTER

dr crum is a healer not just a dr

2021-02-04
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr Crum is very kind, friendly and professional. She is one of my very favorite doctors in the University Health system.

2020-12-14
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr. Crum is always very thorough and explains everything in a detailed and compassionate manner. She truly is an example of the best!

2020-12-07
MORAN EYE CENTER

I'm so impressed with Dr. Crum and her whole team! They're professional, thorough, efficient, and friendly with excellent "bedside manner."

2020-12-07
MORAN EYE CENTER

dr Crum is an excellent doctor. Her MA Alexander is also excellent

2020-11-20
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr. Crum was awesome, listened to me asked me lots of questions, most important listened to me and concerns, and explained things in terms i could understand

2020-11-20
MORAN EYE CENTER

Excellent response and concerns.

2020-11-19
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr Crum made sure I understood exactly what was going to happen and what to expect throughout the visit

2020-11-10
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr Crum is awesome.

2020-10-25
MORAN EYE CENTER

The Optho Dr assistant was very threw doing test on my child to increase the accuracy's of her diagnosis

2020-09-28
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr Crum was superb! she was attentive to my comfort, explained things well.

2020-09-16
MORAN EYE CENTER

excellent care

2020-09-14
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr Crumb is an asset to the U. Excellent plus Doctor

2020-09-10
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr. Crum did an outstanding job explaining my issue, treatment options, and next steps! Although it was very obvious she had a wealth of knowledge and experience, she explained things to me in a way that was easy for me to understand. If you find a way to clone Dr. Crum and train the clones into different specialties, I'd like to have them provide all my future health care (head to toe).

2020-08-17
MORAN EYE CENTER

everything was clear!

2020-08-14
MORAN EYE CENTER

great job

2020-08-04
MORAN EYE CENTER

Excellent

2020-07-31
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr. Crum was AMAZING. She actually stopped me in the hall (carrying my one-year-old, the patient) prior to meeting with us and told us that we were doing great, which was so kind. I was so impressed with how she interacted with my child, making animal noises, playing games with her, and working with me to keep her happy and engaged through a long appointment. I left entirely impressed with and grateful for her.

2020-07-25
MORAN EYE CENTER

tough to treat an eye problem over the phone

2020-07-15
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr. Crum will bend over backwards for her patients. She wants you involved with your care and is very good at explaining complicated information in a way that you can understand. My issue has become chronic, and she has spent extra time researching to find the latest and most up-to-date methods of treatment.

2020-07-13
MORAN EYE CENTER

I would give Dr Crum a higher rating if it was provided!

2020-07-03
MORAN EYE CENTER

Gave me three options. We agreed on how to proceed and that was scheduled right away.

2020-05-02
MORAN EYE CENTER

I had more questions after diagnosis. she said call back if I had moreI questions. she never answered her phone or message left at the office.

2020-03-29
MORAN EYE CENTER

good

2020-03-04
MORAN EYE CENTER

I have never had a bad experience!!!

2020-03-04
MORAN EYE CENTER

I had complete confidence in Dr. Crum and the rest of the staff. My procedure was not major but it involved removing a growth from my eyelid, so I was a little nervous. Everyone involved was skillful and upbeat, and there was little pain in the few days it took to heal.

2020-02-25
MORAN EYE CENTER

everyone did an excellent job

2020-02-16
MORAN EYE CENTER

so very grateful for having Dr. Crum taking care of my medical / eye care!!!

2020-02-07
MORAN EYE CENTER

very porfessional

2020-02-01
MORAN EYE CENTER

Everything went well and my questions were answered.


Patient comments are gathered from our patient experience survey and displayed in their entirety. For the convenience of our visitors, some patient comments have been translated from their original language into English while preserving their original meaning as accurately as possible. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

Dr. Crum evaluates and treats complex visual complaints caused by optic nerve or brain disease. She sees patients with thyroid eye disease, optic neuritis, papilledema, neuropathies, and idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH). She also provides oculoplastic medical services.

Get to know Dr. Crum by watching her profile video.

Board Certification and Academic Information

Academic Departments Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences -Associate Professor (Clinical)
Neurology -Adjunct Assistant Professor
Board Certification
American Board of Ophthalmology

Education history

Undergraduate Major: Biological Sciences - Stanford University B.S.
Professional Medical Medicine - University of Washington School of Medicine M.D.
Internship St, Raphael¿s Hospital Transitional Internship
Residency Ophthalmology - Yale New Haven Hospital Resident
Fellowship Oculoplastics & Orbital Surgery - Yale University Fellow
Fellowship Neuro-Ophthalmology - Columbia University Fellow
Fellowship Oculoplastics & Neuro-Ophthalmology - University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Fellow

Selected Publications

Journal Article

  1. Hamann S, Malmqvist L, Wegener M, Fard MA, Biousse V, Bursztyn L, Citirak G, Costello F, Crum AV, Digre K, Fraser JA, Huna-Baron R, Katz B, Lawlor M, Newman NJ, Peragallo JH, Petzold A, Sibony PA, Subramanian PS, Warner JEA, Wong SH, Fraser CL, Optic Disc Drusen Studies Consortium. (2020). Young Adults With Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy: A Multicenter Optic Disc Drusen Study. Am J Ophthalmol, 217, 174-181.
  2. Orme DR, Vegunta S, Miller MA, Warner JEA, Bair C, McFadden M, Crum AV, Digre KB, Katz BJ (2020). A Comparison Between the Clinical Features of Pseudotumor Cerebri Secondary to Tetracyclines and Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension. Am J Ophthalmol, 220, 177-182.
  3. Bowen RC, Koeppel JN, Christensen CD, Snow KB, Ma J, Katz BJ, Krauss HR, Landau K, Warner JEA, Crum AV, Straumann D, Digre K (2018). The Most Common Causes of Eye Pain at 2 Tertiary Ophthalmology and Neurology Clinics. Journal of neuro-ophthalmology, 38(3), 320-327.
  4. Hanson LL, Ahmed Z, Katz BJ, Warner JEA, Crum AV, Zhang Y, Zhang Y, Baggaley S, Pippitt K, Cortez MM, Digre K (2018). Patients With Migraine Have Substantial Reductions in Measures of Visual Quality of Life. Headache, 58(7), 1007-1013.
  5. Valenzuela RM, Rai R, Kirk BH, Sanders JN, Sundar S, Hamann S, Warner JEA, Digre KB, Crum AV, Jones KP, Katz B (2017). An Estimation of the Risk of Pseudotumor Cerebri among Users of the Levonorgestrel Intrauterine Device. Neuro-ophthalmology (Aeolus Press), 41(4), 192-197.
  6. Llop SM, Frandsen JE, Digre KB, Katz BJ, Crum AV, Zhang C, Warner J (2016). Increased prevalence of depression and anxiety in patients with migraine and interictal photophobia. The journal of headache and pain, 17, 34.
  7. Brady T, Vegunta S, Crum AV, Marx D, Patel BCK, Seay MD, Schmidt RH, Warner JEA, Digre KB, Katz B (2022). Interdisciplinary Protocol for the Management of Vision-Threatening Papilledema. Journal of neuro-ophthalmology, 42(4), 495-501.
  8. Passi SF, Butcher R, Orme DR, Warner JEA, Stoddard GJ, Crum AV, Gouripeddi R, Kirk BH, Digre KB, Katz B (2022). Increased Incidence of Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome Among Users of Tetracycline Antibiotics. Journal of neuro-ophthalmology, 42(3), 323-327.
  9. Pietraszkiewicz A, Ayesha A, Digre KB, Warner JE, Seay MD, Crum AV, Katz B (2024). Diagnostic dilemma: Leber's hereditary optic neuropathy in a 70-year-Old woman. American journal of ophthalmology case reports, 36, 102143.
  10. Sanchez G, Long TM, Warner JEA, Chung LS, Quigley EP 3rd, Digre KB, Seay MD, Crum AV, Katz B (2025). Enhancement within the orbits and superficial temporal artery: MRI clues to the diagnosis of giant cell arteritis. American journal of ophthalmology case reports, 37, 102260.