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Dr. Craig Bushong, MD

Dr. Craig Bushong, MD

Child & Adolescent Psychiatry*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Craig Bushong, MD is a child & adolescent psychiatrist in Carbondale, CO and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Texas Medical Branch in 1984. He is affiliated with Valley View Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

2.2 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 2.2 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Practice

811 Main Ct Carbondale, CO 81623

Make an Appointment

(970) 704-9292

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Bushong specializes in the areas of Addiction Medicine, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry & Psychiatry. • See board certifications
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Bushong's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bushong

2.2
16 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
25%
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4 star
6%
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
69%
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An unbelievably horrible experience.
Put simply, I felt incredibly neglected when I tried to work with Dr. Bushong. I feel he was absolutely unprofessional — to the point where I honestly can’t understand how he could possibly work as a healthcare professional. I consider the several months that he was my doctor to one of the worst mistakes I’ve ever made. I suggest you avoid working with him at any cost.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Michael N. – Jul 28, 2024
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He is excellent at treating depression
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 13, 2022
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I am a musician who has suffered immense anxiety for years and has greatly impacted my ability to perform. Dr. Boshong is not just a psychiatrist-he cares. He is not only an addiction specialist but an expert at talk therapy, leaving a door open for you to talk freely. Visiting Dr. Boshong is one of the greatest investments I have ever made in my life.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Billa – Jan 04, 2022
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Dr Bushong prescribed a medication for me, but when I tried to talk to him about side effects I was experiencing he and his secretary completely ignored me and never responded to my emails or phone calls. I had to turn to other doctors, and it’s taken me two years to undo the damage you did. Shame on you Craig! The first time we met you told me I could always get in touch and that you would always be there to chat.Your license should be stripped and you should be hounded out of the Valley.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
8 others found this helpful
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Alex in Aspen, CO – Feb 13, 2019
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Dr. Bushong defines arrogance. Rude, unprofessional and has raised his voice. Controlling and highly ego-driven, lacking in empathy. Did not keep agreed-upon medication management schedule. Missed phone appointment without apology or accountability. Claims to be well-versed in psychopharmacology, yet not experienced with newer medications. I do not trust this doctor to either know or do what is best for me and my health. Note: charges $450/hr., most local psychiatrists top at $250/hr.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
13 others found this helpful
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Anna Whitehouse in CO – Aug 15, 2018
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Dr. Bushong started out fine.And then he continued to up the dose on my son, way too high,according to any dr. we have spoken with after we got this all straightened out.When we suggested his behavior was due to dosage, and sent him some articles we found with evidence saying this may be the case-Dr. Bushing blew up at my husband and told us we have never trusted him, we needed to get our own issues in order before our son can be helped. He is rude and completely unprofessional. Do not trust!!
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
17 others found this helpful
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Carbondale, CO – Mar 16, 2018
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About Me

biography

Dr. Craig Bushong, MD is a child & adolescent psychiatrist in Carbondale, CO and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Texas Medical Branch in 1984. He is affiliated with Valley View Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

  • Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

  • Psychiatry

  • Addiction Medicine

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  • University Of Texas Medical Branch

    Medical School, 1984
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Preventive Medicine®
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Addiction Medicine
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
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Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
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Psychiatry
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Locations

Practice

Office811 Main Ct Carbondale, CO 81623
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Office225 N Mill St Ste 201 Aspen, CO 81611
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Office725 Main St Carbondale, CO 81623
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Practice

Office605 E Main St Ste 8 Aspen, CO 81611
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Valley View Hospital

    1906 Blake Ave
    Glenwood Springs, CO 81601
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
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