From the moment they met in 1979 at Fort Carson, Colorado, the young couple believed they’d make a dynamic duo. Dinah Crayton had just finished a tour of duty in Seoul, Korea, and was in the Adjutant General Corp while Hulon was in the Chemical Corp. When they left the military, Hulon entered medical school while Dinah followed suit to attend law school. Even as a young mother, while they lived in Madison, Wisconsin, she served as a Company Commander in the Army Reserve, while Dr. Crayton also served in the reserves. Dr. and Mrs. Crayton both attained the rank of Captain. The military suited this couple who both enjoy traveling, learning, and experiencing other cultures.
Mrs. Crayton credits their military experience for teaching them very valuable lessons: “Team work is the best possible alternative for reaching a consensus and achieving lofty goals and ambitions. This philosophy has contributed to our solidarity. Both Hulon and I were officers trained to lead and to defend our country. As a Platoon Leader and subsequently as Company Commander, I was used to motivating and encouraging group effort and ensuring that the assigned tasks were completed. I have used these same group and team principles to craft and achieve the working principles in our marriage. Both Hulon and I believe in defending our country and upholding the Constitution of the United States of America.”
The Craytons take great pride in their service to their country and community. Dr. Crayton is especially proud of the care and attention he provides to veterans at The Arthritis & Infusion Center. “Serving in the military is hard duty, and the rigorous training can often cause painful physical issues later in life,” explained Dr. Crayton. “That’s why we always tell people that pain is not normal. We can help.”
