Dr. Crawford graduated from Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee, where she served as a research assistant in novel cell line development. She earned her medical degree from the University of Kentucky College of Medicine, graduating with high distinction and volunteering regularly at the Hope Springs Ophthalmology Free Clinic.

Dr. Crawford completed her ophthalmology residency at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, where she received the Excellence in Residency Award and presented oral research at meetings of the American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. She subsequently completed a two-year ASOPRS-sponsored fellowship in oculofacial plastic and reconstructive surgery.

During fellowship, Dr. Crawford received extensive training in cosmetic facial surgery, laser resurfacing techniques for facial rejuvenation, and the medical and surgical management of eyelid, orbital, and lacrimal disorders in both adult and pediatric patients.