“Children of all ages are such a light in this world. They are engaging, open to learning and share such positive energy wherever they go!”

Crawford is a board-certified family nurse practitioner who specializes in teen health, newborn wellness and health promotion.

She serves as a CORE Connect champion at Atrium Health Levine Children's Union Pediatrics.

Since childhood, Crawford has been drawn to caring for people and animals, and she can't imagine doing anything else. After just 3 days in a pediatric clinical rotation, she knew a career focused on children was the right path for her.

She received her master's degree in nursing from East Carolina University.

Crawford enjoys nature and loves to hike, bike and kayak. She and her daughter love spending time exploring the mountains of North Carolina and Virginia. She also enjoys time with her pets: a tortoise, a dog and 3 cats.