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Craig Meaders, DMSc, PA-C

Patient Rating
4.90 / 5 (Based on 158 reviews) Read Patient Experiences

Orthopedic Surgery

  • Accepting new patients

Services offered

Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine

Call to Schedule (541) 201-4700

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Locations

Asante Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine – Ashland
269 Maple St.
Ashland, Oregon 97520
Driving Directions
Main: (541) 201-4700

About this provider

Prior to Asante, Craig worked as an instructor of trauma medicine at the Navy Trauma Training Center at USC/LAC Medical Center in Los Angeles.

Services

  • Performs highly skilled orthopedic and sports medicine evaluations.
  • Works closely with orthopedic surgeons to coordinate surgical care and recovery.
  • Assists patients before, during and after surgeries.

Personal

Craig was born in Southern Oregon and is a U.S. Navy combat veteran with more than 21 years of active duty. He enjoys time with his family, dogs and friends, and has numerous hobbies including martial arts, alpine and mountain sports, leatherwork and metalworking.

Education and training

Education

Oregon Health Science University, Physician Assistant
University of Phoenix, MS Healthcare Administration
Pacific University, Doctor of Medical Science

Certifications

National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants

Patient experiences

September 24, 2024
Craig was great. I trust his opinion and would call him for guidance.
September 11, 2024
Craig is a highly professional and sincere medical professional
September 11, 2024
Craig Meaders is excellent. Very caring, listens to me and explains everything.
September 05, 2024
Chris Meaders comes across as very accessible and caring. He is knowledgeable about shoulders and helpful offering treatment options
September 04, 2024
This provider was the best provider a person could ask for. He listened to all I had to say, considered all my health issues and explained things and coordinated things more than anyone. He treats with compassion and empathy. I consider myself very fortunate to have Craig Meaders as part of my medical team.
August 29, 2024
Mr. Meaders provided a reasonable conservative approach. When that was minimally effective he advanced to a more invasive one. I felt that was a correct response to my problem.
August 29, 2024
It has been a long time, sadly, since I have had a provider who was everything that he ought to be—but Craig was all that I could ask for. He was caring, thorough, patient, respectful, friendly, and I never felt rushed. On top of all that, he was an excellent educator, a skill almost extinct in today’s healthcare. And at the end of the visit, he asked me if I had any other concerns or questions, and I really believe he meant it. Outstanding provider, I will recommend him to others.
August 25, 2024
I thought both Craig and the nurse were outstanding
August 24, 2024
Craig Meaders and Asante Orthopedics gave me good advice, recommendations and care for my problem.
August 24, 2024
The Nurses and Doctors are Easy to Talk to and They Pay Close Attention to Your Questions and Are Easy to Understand.
August 23, 2024
All of the staff are remarkable. I’ve never been so happy to see a doctor. Craig is a great ,friendly,knowledgeable, kind person that talks to me in a way I understand. Thank you for him & your staff.
August 22, 2024
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August 09, 2024
appreciate the interest and care provided
August 07, 2024
Both Mr. Meaders and his assistant Chris, were very helpful. Mr. Meaders explained everything carefully without condescending. He also listened very carefully, which I appreciated because it seems to be a rare thing anymore, especially when you are an older female. I expect to return to this office in the future. I trust Mr. Meaders and his judgment about my care. I also look forward to seeing Chris again, as he is just a lovely person. All in all, a very nice visit to this office.
August 07, 2024
Craig was patient and listened to my concerns, I was worried and he didn't rush through the appointment. He took the time to make sure he heard all my fears about my situation and answered everything thoroughly in a kind and respectful manner so that I felt heard and could relax. I was grateful not to be rushed in and out when I was so apprehensive about my condition. I highly recommend Craig.
August 07, 2024
this was my first visit and I liked the attention that I was given.
July 31, 2024
PA Meaders is an excellent provider
July 31, 2024
This was my first visit with Craig Meaders, and I found him to be EXCELLENT! Extremely compassionate and caring.
July 31, 2024
Craig Meaders has always listened and helped me with my issues
July 27, 2024
Craig was excellent and listened to my concerns and offered positive suggestions with my treatment options.
July 24, 2024
All the staff at Asante Orthopedics are always very pleasant and courteous .Dr Meaders is the best Dr I've ever known . He's a great Dr and an awesome human being. I feel very lucky to have Dr Meaders as my Dr.
July 24, 2024
Craig Meaders was informative, insightful and helpful in assessing my knee , then developing a plan of action to resolve the problem.
July 24, 2024
Doctor MEADERS and the rest of the staff are awesome.
July 24, 2024
Craig was amazing. He's caring, funny, professional, knowledgeable & understanding
July 22, 2024
Xray tech. Nurses. Craig Meaders
July 17, 2024
I think the care at Asante Orthodedics Ashland was of a high caliber,
July 17, 2024
All the staff at Asante Orthopedic were outstanding. Dr. Meaders was exceptional and when needed I will request him.
July 06, 2024
Craig was excellent explained very simply how to deal with my injury
June 29, 2024
The provider was very helpful and made many options. Than he followed though with a [ ]. So far so good. It has been a week since.
June 27, 2024
Craig is a talented and thorough and compassionate provider. I am very satisfied
June 26, 2024
Craig is the first ortho who actually listened to what I said and got me the care that I needed. He is mostly there to care for my [ ] but he treats me as a whole person and this attention to all parts of my wellbeing is truly phenomenal.
June 26, 2024
Great
June 26, 2024
Yes, The dr was very attentive kind and respectful gave me a lot of time to explain my problem and worked with me to get help to continue with my health. Thank you.
June 25, 2024
Craig Meaders is very knowledgeable and compassionate. Outstanding in my opinion
June 22, 2024
Craig was professional, friendly, and very knowledgeable. He answered all my questions and I was very comfortable with his care. Would be happy to see him again for follow-up.
June 19, 2024
Was able to get appointment quick and front office staff were helpful answering all questions. I would refer friends and family.
June 19, 2024
Exceptional service would be an understatement, Craig and i belive his name was Chris who assisted Craig were as professional as could be yet treated you with the respect of best friend. Please don't not lose them . I am sad i didn't get to see my favorite ortho surgeon. And the reception staff top shelf all the way truly if more of your staff members were as outstanding as this group going to the doctor would be a joy so please as a patient take real good care of these members they are the best
June 19, 2024
Craig is an outstanding listener. This was my first visit to an orthopedist and it simply could not have been better. Really.
June 07, 2024
Craig Meeders gave me my [ ] perfectly; causing me [ ]. He took time to discuss my problem and possible changes in the future.
June 06, 2024
Doctor Meaders was and is amazing. I have total faith and trust in his opinions and the medical attention he provides. I sincerely hope that he stays put at Asante Orthopedics in Ashland. !!!!!!!
May 30, 2024
Craig Meaders is outstanding. The X-ray tech was great. Nurses and staff are professional, kind, caring, knowledgeable and helpful. Can’t say enough good about everyone involved. Highly recommend Asante Ashland Orthopedics and Craig Meaders in particular.
May 29, 2024
I think Craig and his staff are all outstanding people. I had to get [ ] , any fears that I had quickly disappeared because Dr Meaders and his staff were so professional and kind . The procedure went as smooth and painless as can be , I have been back several times this past year for treatment with DR. Meaders and it's helped me so much that the quality of life has improved greatly for me . I recommend Dr Meaders to all my friends and family . Thank you Dr Meaders Sincerely [ ]
May 29, 2024
Craig Meaders. and his assistant were absolutely wonderful. Wish that they could be my primary care doctor.
May 23, 2024
CRAIG MEADERS and everyone in the [ ]
May 21, 2024
Both Craig Meaders and Dr. [ ] have been wonderful and extremely helpful. Also Susan!
May 20, 2024
Very good care
May 16, 2024
Craig is exceptional! He is, of course, extremely personable, but his ability to explain very complex information with depth and clarity, made me feel very confident in the care I am receiving.
May 15, 2024
All of the staff were competent, professional and friendly. I especially appreciate the expertise of Craig Meaders and the care he takes with explaining the situation and options for therapy. Thank you.
May 12, 2024
Craig was really great and knowledgeable and really spent a lot of time with me in figuring out pain management
May 09, 2024
10 times better than anything skylakes and Klamath Falls could provide.
May 09, 2024
Provider was very good and thorough
April 30, 2024
Craig was.
April 21, 2024
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April 14, 2024
X-ray tech!!
April 13, 2024
Craig and the office staff are friendly and professional
April 10, 2024
Craig Meaders was knowledgeable and very personable. He was more helpful to me than two orthopedic surgeons I had visited about my medical issue.
April 02, 2024
Dr Meaders and his MA
April 01, 2024
The male phone receptionist. I don’t know his name but he was helpful and made me feel like he really cared about helping me. I don’t usually find this quality in receptionists.
April 01, 2024
Craig was great.. very personable.. I couldn’t have asked for better care
March 30, 2024
Craig Meaders was especially clear, not in a hurry, ready to answer many questions.
March 28, 2024
Craig Meaders was an excellent listener and able to help me with my condition. Very thorough with his explanation of the steps needed to improve my condition. Would highly recommend him and I already have to friends.
March 27, 2024
It is very difficult to get through to a live person half of the time. Not everybody is able to leave voicemails as their job also may require them to be away from a phone most of the time.
March 20, 2024
In the last two years I've been feeling depressed along with a feeling of hopelessness because of my health issues, but not anymore . Dr Meaders has given me a new outlook , he helped me set goals for myself that I need to make . I walk out of his office with a positive attitude . Of all the doctors I've seen , I can honestly say that Craig Meaders is the best. I feel very fortunate the he's my doctor .
March 20, 2024
Craig Meadows was awesome explaining what he was doing. Very caring. I look forward to seeing him again.
March 20, 2024
Craig Meaders is fabulous! He is such a great listener and is on MY TEAM! He collaborates with me about what I and He think are the best solutions for MY care! He even asked me if I thought what he was understanding was what was going on with me and did I agree with his assessment? He is such a lovely person and P.A. Highly recommend him to anyone I talk to in my life!
February 29, 2024
The nurse that brought me to the room was very personable and professional.I think that Craig Meaders was very outstanding! Patient, informative, knowledgeable. Explained everything so that I understood what was going on.
February 04, 2024
The professionals, assistants, and clerical staff are always friendly & knowledgeable. I fell confident under their care & enjoy going to their facility.
February 01, 2024
Yes, Dr and staff were very friendly and helpful in getting me in the right direction for further care.
January 31, 2024
Craig was professional yet approachable, listen attentively, included me in discussions regarding treatment and planned care. Very good clinician.
January 31, 2024
Craig Meaders rates as one of the finest health care providers I have ever met. He is a good listener, asks pertinent questions and is generous with his time.
January 31, 2024
This was my first visit with Craig Meaders. He was superb in every way. Thank you.
January 31, 2024
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January 30, 2024
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January 28, 2024
After evaluation of my distal radius fractured they referred me for hand surgery which was completed soon afterwards.
January 26, 2024
Craig was personable and thorough as well as knowledgeable and professional. He gave me the information I needed to make an informed decision about getting a cortisone injection, which was 100% the right move. I am over the moon about my progress since my visit, and I owe it all to Craig!
January 22, 2024
I saw Craig Meaders for the 1st time on [DATE] and he was very thorough n personal and spent alot of time explaining things to me n answers all my questions. Did not seem rushed which I really appreciated. He gave me outstanding care for my 1st visit.
January 18, 2024
Everything
December 31, 2023
Yeah, the provider was very knowledgeable. Clearly had plenty of experience.
December 18, 2023
Craig Meaders has helped me through a difficult medical situation. I'm glad he was my provider.
December 15, 2023
Craig Meaders is a GREAT provider.
December 14, 2023
He was outstanding
December 06, 2023
Craig Meaders is a very good doctor , and I feel much better knowing Craig is my doctor . He is outstanding and so are his staff . I can't praise the care I got from Dr Meaders enough , he 's got me on the right path and I'm very grateful for his help . Sincerely [name]
December 01, 2023
Every dr I’ve been to in the past years all they do state the obvious and can’t wait to get you out of their office. Dealing with Dr Craig Meaders was one of the best experiences I’ve had. He actually listed and offered help in multiple ways. He took his time to actually know me and didn’t try to rush me out of his office. I will recommend him to everyone
November 22, 2023
I was so impressed with the interaction I had with Dr Meader. He was very personable, explained my situation in detail, listened to me, was kind and caring.
November 22, 2023
Craig was the best PA I have interacted with in a long time.
November 17, 2023
Craig Meaders and a medical assistant named Chris
November 10, 2023
Everyone has been very helpful, compassionate and kind. I’m so glad to live in a small town where I get treated like a human being, rather than a number or case I feel very grateful
November 08, 2023
Craig was great. Talks to you so you understand and really cares about you & your health. He’s one of the good guys.
October 26, 2023
Craig Meaders PA-C I would recommend this practitioner to my friends and family.
October 25, 2023
Both Trubenbach and meaders were excellent
October 01, 2023
Craig Meaders is a most compassionate, well spoken, thoughtful care provider. I especially like the way he explains the physiology of the break, the healing process, and what to expect during recovery.
September 30, 2023
I appreciated that Craig Meaders took the time to speak about my military experiences. I have felt heard and seen in all my dealings with the clinic and I really apprecaiate it.
September 28, 2023
Craig Meaders did an excellent job? Very happy with the service. Highly recommend this provider.
September 28, 2023
amy was very good when she did my splint. amy and craig were both great!
September 24, 2023
I have felt that the care was excellent. It was hard to reach the office via phone, very long waits and just ended up driving to the office to set things up.
September 23, 2023
I truly appreciated that Dr. Meaders took the time to explain my MRI results and treatment options. He answered my questions.
September 15, 2023
he treated me with more respect and care than any doctor has ever done. Thanks
August 28, 2023
I felt that Craig PA freely allowed me questions even though I was wondering about the treatment plan. He did a great job and I have confidence in this abilities. He also consulted a more experienced provider regarding my care. I really appreciated that.
August 26, 2023
I have nothing but high praise for my experience with Craig and his staff.
August 16, 2023
Craig was amazing. Very knowledgeable and compassionate. I trust his skills and abilities
August 12, 2023
I thought Craig Meaders was awesome. He was friendly, patient, had a great sense of humor and I really appreciate how knowledgeable he is. I am very thankful that I had the experience of seeing Craig. Thanks for the superb care.
August 11, 2023
My care provider, Craig Meaders, was thorough, reassuring and provided treatment that is allowing me to heal naturally.
August 09, 2023
Craig was very kind and understanding. He spent a good deal of time explaining things to me. Susan was also very helpful.
August 05, 2023
Liked all of them
August 02, 2023
Everyone was very personable and easy to talk to. I actually enjoyed my visits.
July 30, 2023
Every body treated me like a king. You guys are great. Thank you.
July 29, 2023
Craig was very personable as well as knowledgable
July 27, 2023
I saw Craig Meader for the first time and was very impressedwithhim.
July 19, 2023
I saw Craig because my usual provider, Jason, was out. Craig was VERY thoughtful, caring, helpful and went out of his way to assist me. I really liked him as a professional and a person. Ashland Orthopedics is a great medical facility with great providers and support staff. Thank you!
July 19, 2023
Dr Craig Meador was delightful! Very pleasant bedside manner. He was wonderfully thorough, as well as attentive. He took time to explain my X-rays, and to show me where my knees were deteriorating. He even made getting the cortisone shot a positive experience! I felt good about the plan of treatment we decided on as well. I’m so glad I choose Dr Craig, and would highly recommend him to others.
July 17, 2023
Craig was very gentle.He also took time what he was going to do in detail, making the procedure less frightening.
July 14, 2023
This was my first visit in many years. The Doctors i had seen before are now retired, my experience with Craig and his nurse was excellent! Thank you so much. [NAME]
July 14, 2023
Craig meaders and his service
July 13, 2023
My experience at Dr. Meaders was very good. I came away feeling that I was on the right track , and Dr Meaders and his staff are really going to help me . I'm so glad to have him as my Dr.
June 28, 2023
The nurse went out of her to help my companyon find her car keys (after hours!).
May 31, 2023
Craig Meadows is amazing, never lose him:)
May 20, 2023
Craig is superb with explanations perfectly and clearly stated for me and any patient, and his technique with injections is also perfect!!
May 14, 2023
Creg was excellent
May 10, 2023
He was kind and respectful even though I was in a bad mood and was not giving that same respect back at the time. He listened to me and helped identify an area that other providers have missed that could help me in my healing.
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