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121
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Clinical Locations
Primary Location
Huntsman Cancer Institute - Cancer Hospital South
Clinic 1A, Head and Neck
1950 Circle of Hope
Salt Lake City
,
UT
84112
Board Certification
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American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
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Patient Rating
Patients consistently praise Dr. McCrary for her clinical skill and expertise, noting clear explanations of procedures and thoughtful treatment plans. Commenters repeatedly highlight her compassion, attentive listening, involvement of patients and families in decision‑making, and proactive follow‑up during recovery. Many express gratitude for positive surgical outcomes and for easing anxiety throughout care.
Generated via Patient Reviews
4.9
/5
( out of
121 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.
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.
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments |
Otolaryngology: Head & Neck Surgery
-Assistant Professor (Clinical) |
|---|---|
| Board Certification |
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
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Education history
| Undergraduate | Health Sciences, Community Health Education - University of Arizona | B.S. |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | Study Abroad - University of Newcastle, Australia | |
| Graduate Training | Global Family and Child Health - University of Arizona | M.P.H. |
| Professional Medical | Medicine - University of Arizona College of Medicine | M.D. |
| Residency | Otolaryngology - University of Utah Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine | Resident |
| Fellowship | Head and Neck Surgical Oncology and Microvascular Reconstruction - Ohio State University College of Medicine | Fellow |
Selected Publications
Journal Article
- Bellamkonda N, Highland J, McCrary HC, Slattery L, King B, Teames C, LeBaron K, Wiggins RH, Abraham D, Hunt J (2024). Four-Dimensional Computed Tomography for Parathyroid Adenoma Localization: A Pre-Operative Imaging Protocol. The Annals of otology, rhinology, and laryngology, 133(4), 441-448.
- Judd RT, McCrary HC, Farlow JL, Li M, Godsell J, Kneuertz PJ, Ozer (2024). Pedicled osteomyocutaneous pectoralis major flap with osseous rib harvest for salvage mandibular reconstruction: Case and technique. Head & neck, 46(2), 447-451.
- Yu Y, Geffen B, McCrary H, Dunya G, Rampton J, Zhang C, Presson AP, Poe D, Park AH (2023). Measurements of The Pediatric Cartilaginous Eustachian Tube: Implications for Balloon Dilation. Laryngoscope, 133(2), 396-402.
- McCrary HC, Seim NB, Old M (2023). History, Innovation, Pearls, and Pitfalls in Complex Midface Reconstruction. Otolaryngologic clinics of North America, 56(4), 703-713.
- Khurana N, Babajanian E, McCrary H, Pulsipher A, Ghandehari H, Alt JA, Cannon R (2023). Vascular permeability in HPV+ oropharyngeal cancers aids in fluorescent image-guided transoral robotic surgery using indocyanine green. Head & neck, 45(7), 1728-1740.
- Nyirjesy SC, Zhao S, Judd R, McCrary H, Kuhar HN, Farlow JL, Seim NB, Rocco JW, Kang SY, Haring C (2023). Hypothyroidism as an Independent Predictor of 30-day Readmission in Head and Neck Cancer Patients. The Laryngoscope,
- Dunklebarger MF, McCrary H, King B, Carpenter P, Buchmann L, Hunt J, Cannon R (2022). Success of Implantable Doppler Probes for Monitoring Buried Free Flaps. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 167(3), 452-456.
- McCrary HC, Aoki J, Huang Y, Chadwick B, Kerrigan K, Witt B, Hunt JP, Abraham D (2022). Mutation based approaches to the treatment of anaplastic thyroid cancer. Clin Endocrinol (Oxf), 96(5), 734-742.
- Neuberger K, McCrary H, Beckstrom J, Darelli-Anderson AM, Farrell TW, Brooke BS, Smith BK, Brownson KE (2022). Improving healthcare transitions of surgical care through an interprofessional education elective. J Am Geriatr Soc, 70(3), E11-E14.
- Miller RH, Gurgel RK, McCrary HC (2022). Graduating Otolaryngology Residents' Ideal Practice Expectations: A Longitudinal Analysis. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 167(3), 472-478.
- McCrary H, Torrecillas V, Pollard SH, Collingridge DS, Yamashiro D, Skirko JR (2022). Risk of Malocclusion Among Patients Undergoing Single-Stage Versus Two-Stage Cleft Palate Repair. Cleft Palate Craniofac J, 59(10), 1271-1278.
- McCrary HC, Babajanian E, Patel N, Yang S, Kircher M, Carlson ML, Gurgel RK (2021). Superior Semicircular Canal Dehiscence Syndrome Following Head Trauma: A Multi-institutional Review. Laryngoscope, 131(11), E2810-E2818.
- Nguyen S, Johnston T, McCrary HC, Chow C, Babcock C, Richards B, Smith BK (2021). Medical student attitudes and actions that encourage teaching on surgery clerkships. Am J Surg, 222(6), 1066-1071.
- McCrary HC, McLean SR, Luman A, O'Sullivan P, Smith B, Cannon RB (2021). A National Survey of Robotic Surgery Training Among Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Residents. Ann Otol Rhinol Laryngol, 130(9), 1085-1092.
- Carpenter P, McCrary HC, Aylward A, Cerrati E, Hunt JP, Buchmann LO, Cannon RB (2021). Penetrating Trauma Rapid Estimated Disability Scale: Assessing Facial Self-Inflicted Gunshot Wounds. Facial Plast Surg Aesthet Med, 23(6), 455-459.
- Miller RH, McCrary HC, Gurgel RK (2021). Assessing Trends in Fellowship Training Among Otolaryngology Residents: A National Survey Study. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 165(5), 655-661.
- McCrary HC, Newberry CI, Casazza GC, Cannon RB, Ramirez AL, Meier JD (2021). Evaluation of opioid prescription patterns among patients undergoing thyroid surgery. Head Neck, 43(3), 903-908.
- Casazza GC, Gurgel RK, McCrary HC, Ramirez AS, Krakovitz PR, Shelton C, Meier JD (2021). Are Opioids Necessary in Middle Ear Surgery? Comparing the Transcanal and Postauricular Approach. Otol Neurotol, 42(6), 851-857.
- McCrary H, Skirko J (2021). Bone Grafting of Alveolar Clefts. Oral and maxillofacial surgery clinics of North America, 33(2), 231-238.
- McCrary H, Pollard SH, Torrecillas V, Khong L, Taylor HM, Meier J, Muntz H, Skirko J (2020). Increased Risk of Velopharyngeal Insufficiency in Patients Undergoing Staged Palate Repair. Cleft Palate Craniofac J, 57(8), 975-983.
- Newberry CI, Carpenter P, McCrary H, Casazza G, Skirko J, Meier J (2020). Inter-rater reliability in diagnosis and treatment of type one laryngeal cleft: A blinded observational study. Int J Pediatr Otorhinolaryngol, 139, 110475.
- Casazza GC, McIntyre MK, Gurgel RK, McCrary HC, Shelton C, Couldwell WT, Bowers CA (2020). Increasing Frailty, Not Increasing Age, Results in Increased Length of Stay Following Vestibular Schwannoma Surgery. Otol Neurotol, 41(10), e1243-e1249.
- Fuller AK, McCrary HC, Graham ME, Skirko JR (2020). The Case of the Missing Nose: Congenital Arhinia Case Presentation and Management Recommendations. Ann Otol Rhinol Laryngol, 129(7), 645-648.
- McCrary H, Pollard SH, Torrecillas V, Khong L, Taylor HM, Meier J, Muntz H, Skirko J (2020). Increased Risk of Velopharyngeal Insufficiency in Patients Undergoing Staged Palate Repair. Cleft Palate Craniofac J, 57(8), 975-983.
- Newberry CI, McCrary HC, Cerrati EW (2020). The Efficacy of Oral Celecoxib Following Surgical Rhinoplasty. Facial Plast Surg Aesthet Med, 22(2), 100-104.
- McCrary HC, Cannon RB, Buchmann LO (2020). Some Considerations in Treating Malignant Head and Neck Paragangliomas-Reply. JAMA Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 146(2), 210-211.
- Newberry CI, Mccrary H, Thomas JR, Cerrati E (2020). Updated Management of Malar Edema, Mounds, and Festoons: A Systematic Review. Aesthetic surgery journal, 40(3), 246-258.
- McCrary HC, Babajanian E, Calquin M, Carpenter P, Casazza G, Naumer A, Greenberg S, Kohlmann W, Cannon R, Monroe MM, Hunt JP, Buchmann L (2019). Characterization of Malignant Head and Neck Paragangliomas at a Single Institution Across Multiple Decades. JAMA Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 145(7), 641-646.
- Rosas A, McCrary HC, Meier JD, Muntz HR, Park AH (2019). Proposal for the surgical management of children with laryngeal saccular Cysts: A case series. Int J Pediatr Otorhinolaryngol, 126, 109604.
- Casazza GC, McCrary HC, Shelton C, Gurgel R (2019). Primary Petrous Apex Epidermoids With Skull Base Erosion. Otology & neurotology, 40(5), e556-e561.
- McCrary H, Del Calvo V, Purser J, Casazza G, Park (2019). The Role of Antioxidants in the Treatment of Congenital CMV-Related Hearing: A Case-Control Study. OTO open, 3(2), 2473974X19841857.
- McCrary H, Sheng X, Greene T, Park (2019). Long-term hearing outcomes of children with symptomatic congenital CMV treated with valganciclovir. International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology, 118, 124-127.
- Cannon RB, Shepherd HM, McCrary H, Carpenter PS, Buchmann LO, Hunt JP, Houlton JJ, Monroe M (2018). Association of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act With Insurance Coverage for Head and Neck Cancer in the SEER Database. JAMA otolaryngology-- head & neck surgery, 144(11), 1052-1057.
- Carpenter PS, Shepherd HM, McCrary H, Torrecillas V, Kull A, Hunt JP, Monroe MM, Buchmann LO, Cannon R (2018). Association of Celecoxib Use With Decreased Opioid Requirements After Head and Neck Cancer Surgery With Free Tissue Reconstruction. JAMA otolaryngology-- head & neck surgery, 144(11), 988-994.
- Sharma S, McCrary H, Romero E, Kim A, Chang E, Le C (2018). A prospective, randomized, single-blinded trial for improving health outcomes in rhinology by the use of personalized video recordings. International forum of allergy & rhinology, 8(12), 1406-1411.
- Christensen DN, Franks ZG, McCrary HC, Saleh AA, Chang E (2018). A Systematic Review of the Association between Cigarette Smoke Exposure and Chronic Rhinosinusitis. Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery, 158(5), 801-816.
- Faucett EA, Barry JY, McCrary HC, Saleh AA, Erman AB, Ishman S (2018). Otolaryngology Resident Education and the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education Core Competencies: A Systematic Review. JAMA otolaryngology-- head & neck surgery, 144(4), 360-370.
- Faucett EA, McCrary HC, Barry JY, Saleh AA, Erman AB, Ishman S (2018). High-Quality Feedback Regarding Professionalism and Communication Skills in Otolaryngology Resident Education. Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery, 158(1), 36-42.
- Teufel-Shone NI, Tippens JA, McCrary HC, Ehiri JE, Sanderson P (2018). Resilience in American Indian and Alaska Native Public Health: An Underexplored Framework. American journal of health promotion, 32(2), 274-281.
- Faucett EA, McCrary HC, Milinic T, Hassanzadeh T, Roward SG, Neumayer L (2017). The role of same-sex mentorship and organizational support in encouraging women to pursue surgery. American journal of surgery, 214(4), 640-644.
- Cervantes JA, Costello CM, Maarouf M, McCrary HC, Zeitouni N (2017). The Use of a Fresh-Tissue Cadaver Model for the Instruction of Dermatological Procedures: A Laboratory Study for Training Medical Students. Dermatologic surgery, 43(9), 1150-1156.
- McCrary HC, Faucett EA, Hurbon AN, Milinic T, Cervantes JA, Kent SL, Adamas-Rappaport W (2017). A Fresh Cadaver Model for the Instruction of Ultrasound-Guided Fine-Needle Aspiration of Thyroid Nodules. Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery, 157(1), 30-35.
- Chang EH, Willis AL, McCrary HC, Noutsios GT, Le CH, Chiu AG, Mansfield CJ, Reed DR, Brooks SG, Adappa ND, Palmer JN, Cohen NG, Stern DA, Guerra S, Martinez F (2017). Association between the CDHR3 rs6967330 risk allele and chronic rhinosinusitis. The Journal of allergy and clinical immunology, 139(6), 1990-1992.e2.
- Mudery JA, Francis R, McCrary H, Jacob (2017). Older Individuals Meeting Medicare Cochlear Implant Candidacy Criteria in Noise but Not in Quiet: Are These Patients Improved by Surgery?. Otology & neurotology, 38(2), 187-191.
- McCrary HC, Faucett EA, Reghunathan S, Aly FZ, Khan R, Carmody RF, Jacob (2017). The First Reported Case of Recurrent Carcinoid Tumor in the External Auditory Canal. Otology & neurotology, 38(1), 114-117.
- Barry JY, McCrary HC, Kent S, Saleh AA, Chang EH, Chiu A (2016). The Triple Aim and its implications on the management of chronic rhinosinusitis. American journal of rhinology & allergy, 30(5), 344-50.
- McCrary HC, Faucett EA, Erman A (2016). Immunoglobulin G4-related sclerosing disease Mimicking sjogren's syndrome: A case report. The Laryngoscope, 126(10), 2242-5.
- McCrary HC, Krate J, Savilo CE, Tran MH, Ho HT, Adamas-Rappaport WJ, Viscusi R (2016). Development of a fresh cadaver model for instruction of ultrasound-guided breast biopsy during the surgery clerkship: pre-test and post-test results among third-year medical students. American journal of surgery, 212(5), 1020-1025.
- McCrary HC, Nielsen TJ, Goldstein S (2016). Penetrating Neck Trauma: An Unusual Case Presentation and Review of the Literature. The Annals of otology, rhinology, and laryngology, 125(8), 682-6.
- Rees HC, Meister E, Mohler MJ, Klotz S (2016). HIV-Related Frailty Is Not Characterized by Sarcopenia. Journal of the International Association of Providers of AIDS Care, 15(2), 131-4.
- Li Y, Marshall CM, Rees HC, Nunez A, Ezeanolue EE, Ehiri J (2014). Intimate partner violence and HIV infection among women: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Journal of the International AIDS Society, 17(1), 18845.
- Rees HC, Ianas V, McCracken P, Smith S, Georgescu A, Zangeneh T, Mohler J, Klotz S (2013). Measuring frailty in HIV-infected individuals. Identification of frail patients is the first step to amelioration and reversal of frailty. Journal of visualized experiments, (77),
Review
- McCrary HC, Colbert-Getz JM, Poss WB, Smith BK (2021). A Systematic Review of the Relationship Between In-Training Examination Scores and Specialty Board Examination Scores. [Review]. J Grad Med Educ, 13, (1), 43-57.
Letter
- Farlow JL, McCrary HC, Sipos JA, Phay JE, Konda B, Agrawal (2023). Neoadjuvant dabrafenib and trametinib for functional organ preservation in recurrent BRAF V600E-mutated papillary thyroid cancer. Oral oncology, 147, 106625.
- Farlow JL, McCrary HC, Li M, Old M (2023). Internal jugular vein reconstruction: An algorithm for reconstructive surgeons. Oral oncology, 145, 106523.
Dr McCrary is intelligent, skilled, compassionate and caring. My experience was excellent and I was treated with respect compassion and understanding
Very good, but I didn't fully understand some things. [TRANSLATED]
She is awesome
Very caring and personable. Explains the surgery in depth.
Dr. McCrary always listens to my concerns and is great to talk to about my concerns
She's excellent and very knowledgeable
Very kind. [TRANSLATED]
the best
I felt that I was cared for in a very special and caring manner by Dr. McCrary.
I'm telling everyone I know about Hilary C Mccrary
Dr. McCrary conveys expertise, confidence, and empathy.
Dr. McCrary was professional as well as kind, she showed compassion and made sure that I understood what she was telling me and made sure all of my questions were answered. She and her staff made sure that I knew next steps and helped facilitate those steps. I am very grateful to have her on my team. Thank you!
I would recommend Dr Mccrary to everyone!
Dr. McCrary and her nurse Deja were supportive, professional, and kind. I trust them.
Doctor Mccrary is a great doctor and a great person!
Dr MCcrary is an excellent doctor who is very caring and kind. She understands how to explain your concerns in a simple way and is always open for questions.
She was very professional yet personable. She explained everything so that we could understand.
Thank you so much Hilary for Everything.
Dr. McCrary had the foresight to order tests of vascular supply to my lower leg when a fibula free flap was contraindicated due to a congenital deformity. She was able to use the fibula to repair my mandible and save my leg. She is an extraordinary surgeon and caring health care provider.
Dr Mccrary is amazing I will recommend her to anyone. I appreciate all that she did for me.
I would recommend Dr. Mccrary to anyone who needs head and neck treatment related to cancer. She's a terrific Dr.
Very Personable, and she asked if I had any QUESTIONS!! and a very short waiting time. Thank you
Dr. McCrary is an extremely good Doctor and takes the time to listen carefully and respond to me fully with answers to all my questions. When I first noticed the suspicious nodule on my cheek I knew it was going to be a battle. When I notified Dr. McCrary and her team that I needed medical care they took action quickly. I am now through surgery and feely very positive about my future. Thanks to EVERYONE at Huntsman for your treatments and talented professional care.
I highly recommend her. She is intelligent, professional and kind.
Excellent professional. Good communicator.
Stay the course, no matter what you do you will never be 100% but this facility is damn close
Dr Mccrary is the best. I always feel so comfortable in her presence. She is thorough and shows compassion and caring. I'm very thankful for her.
Dr. McCrary was very professional, personable and insightful in helping me reach my decision.
Caring and compassionate describes Dr McCrary! She had an upbeat positive attitude which alleviated my anxiety.
Dr. Mccrary answered my questions and explained the procedure well. I was not as prepared as I might have been and would probably have had other questions if I had more information prior to the video meeting. I believe she anticipated most of my questions/concerns and addressed them
This lady is an amazing doctor. I highly recommend her.
I feel Dr. McCrary is very thorough in finding and taking care of the cancer I had
She was very informative. Put me at ease.
I liked and trusted Dr. McCrary. A large part of my future health is in her hands.
Great work, stuck by me through these months as I saw other doctors so they worked together.
I'm thankful she is my physician. In my consultation she explained everything in detail, showed compassion and treated me like a human not a chart. Next step surgery and I'm cared to death! She eased the anxiety to a tolerable level. I'm luck to have her and team.
I do highly recommend Hilary c McCrary, she is very imformative to a patient . Willing to listen and not rush.
She was confident in the treatment I need to do, and I trust her recommendation
Dr. McCrary is very skilled and has shown personal interest in my recovery since surgery and radiation. She's even taken time out of her busy schedule to call me to check on my progress and concerns.
She is very professional and explains everything to you very clearly with lots of concern. Trust your completely.
Dr. McCrary is a skilled surgeon who has taken the time to explain procedures to me in easy to understand terns which I appreciate as an engineer who wants answers. She's even taken time out of her busy schedule to call me several tines to check on my healing progress.
Very informative and understanding and genuinly interested in me as her patient. Actively listens and responds well to questions. Outstanding patient interaction skills! Actively involved me and family members in decision-making for my medical problems.
What a wonderful doctor Hilary is, great bedside manner with a smile that can light up a room!!!
Dr, Mccrary is so personable and she makes you feel like you are important to her not just a number. Her smile can put you at ease when you are so nervous.
Dr. McCray is very bright and skilled doctor. She listens well and answers questions.
Gracious and helpful in explaining necessary procedures and follow up near my home.
The Doctor was clear on how the procedure was going to go and on how the easiest way I could deal with it, Thank you
Dr. Mccrary was so entuned with me and my issues. I'm extremely grateful for her caring and understanding.
Super surgeon
no problems up front answered all questions 10
Great information needed in my care. Had good reason for outcome said to me.
Dr McCrary is an excellent physician
Dr McCrary is a great Doctor!!! Thank you!!
I love her. She is knowledgeable, understanding, and kind. She gave me options and then went forward with the information about my decision. She will be talking to the best people about how to help treat my cancer and it can't get any better than that.
Made me comfortable, when I was very nervous
Very professional. Great at working with ASD individuals:)
Dr. Hilary and her staff were very attentive, and clearly the most knowledgeable in their Specialty in the USA. Certainly a Center of Excellence.
Dr. Hillary McCarey is one of the most compassionate doctors we have ever had the pleasure of meeting. she explains everything very compassionate, but complete. Feel like you're safe under her guidance.
We are very impressed with the results of the surgery. He looks and feels so much better only a few weeks post-surgery. Dr. Mccrary and her team treated him so well. We are grateful...
I have only had one conversation with this Dr., but it was positive and she seemed like she was very interested in my well being.
She was very knowledgeable about my procedure that I had and was very understanding about my recovery and the issue that I have going on.
Dr. McCrary is very professional, knowledgeable and skilled in her craft. From the first time I met her I was impressed with her level of knowledge and concern for my well bieng. Were it not for her I would be in serious trouble due to a very difficult to detect facial cancer problem.
Helpful with notifying instructions if this surgery was to be
I felt that Dr. McCrary and her staff were very professional, kind, and knowledgeable. I left my appointment feeling like I would be in good hands.
Dr. McCrary is exceptional in her skill and very personable. She has instilled confidence that my condition is being resolved. She's one of the best doctors I've dealt with in my life.
Dr. McCrary was simply outstanding. She treated me with care and compassion. She explained all procedures and options in terms that I could understand and she included me in all decision-making. It is abundantly clear that she is an expert in her field, and the university of Utah is lucky to have her.
Very knowledgeable and competent. She took the time to carefully assess my situation and she came up with a plan forward.
I really appreciate Dr. McCrary. I feel very safe in her care.