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Dr. Chad Carlson, MD

Sports Medicine* Age 56
Dr. Chad Carlson, MD
4.7 (27 Ratings)

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Dr. Chad Carlson, MD is a Sports Medicine Specialist in West Des Moines, IA.
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Dr. Chad Carlson, MD

Sports Medicine* Age 56
West Des Moines, IA
Accepting new patients
30 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Chad Carlson, MD is a Sports Medicine Specialist in West Des Moines, IA.

About

Dr. Chad Carlson, MD is a Sports Medicine Specialist in West Des Moines, IA and has 30 years experience. They graduated from University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine. They currently practice at Stadia Sports Medicine PC and are affiliated with Clarinda Regional Health Center, Clarke County Hospital, Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center, Mercyone Newton Medical Center, Pella Regional Health Center, UnityPoint Health Marshalltown and UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center. Dr. Carlson has experience treating conditions like Joint Pain among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Carlson received an average rating of 4.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 27 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Carlson also speaks Spanish. Dr. Carlson is board certified in Family Practice and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

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Low Wait Times

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Joint Pain
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Achilles Tendinitis
Joint Pain
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Achilles Tendinitis
Joint Pain
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Achilles Tendinitis
Back Pain
Cervical Vertigo
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Hip Tendinitis
Knee Tendinitis
Lateral Epicondylitis
Low Back Pain
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Patellar Disorders
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Upper Back Pain
Arthrocentesis
Peripheral Nerve Block
Somatic Nerve Block
AC Joint Injury
Achilles Tendon Contracture
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle Fracture
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Arrhythmias
Arthritis
Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
Bone Loss
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Breathing Disorders
Broken Arm
Bursitis
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cervical Radiculopathy
Chondromalacia
Chronic Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Connective Tissue Disorders
Contracture
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Degenerative Disc Disease
Dislocated Joint
Dizziness
Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
Elbow Pain
Elbow Sprain
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Exertional Compartment Syndrome
Femoral Stress Fracture
Femur Fracture
Fibromyalgia
Fibular Fracture
Foot and Ankle Disorders
Foot and Ankle Injuries
Foot Fracture
Foot Sprain
Fracture
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Gait Abnormality
Golfer's Elbow (Medial Epicondylitis)
Hand Pain
Herniated Disc
Hip Disorders
Hip Fracture
Hip Impingement
Hip Injury
Hip Sprain
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Internal Derangement of Knee
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Dislocation
Knee Fracture
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Pain
Knee Sprain
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Ligament Sprain
Lower Extremity Trauma
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Medial Epicondylitis
Meniscus Tear
Metabolic Syndrome
Metatarsal Fracture
Metatarsalgia
Musculoskeletal Disorders
Myelopathy
Neck Muscle Strain
Neck Pain
Neck Sprain
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Neurological Injuries
Neuromuscular Diseases
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osgood Schlatter Disease
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Paradoxical Vocal Cord Dysfunction
Partially Dislocated Elbow (Nursemaid Elbow)
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Dislocation
Patellar Tendonitis
Pelvic Fracture
Peripheral Autonomic Neuropathy
Piriformis Syndrome
Plantar Fasciitis
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Posterior Tibial Tendonitis
Pulmonary Disease
Radiculopathy
Respiratory Diseases
Rotator Cuff Injuries
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Rupture of Achilles Tendon
Sacral Fracture
Sciatica
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Scoliosis
Sever's Disease
Shin Splints
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Instability
Shoulder Pain
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Snapping Hip
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Deformities
Spondolthesis
Spondylitis
Spondylolisthesis
Sports Injuries
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Stress Fracture
Stress Fracture of Foot
Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
Tendon Injuries
Tendonitis
Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)
Tenosynovitis
Tibial Fracture
Trigeminal Neuralgia
Trigger Finger
Whiplash
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Wrist Disorders
Wrist Fracture
Wrist Pain
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Achilles Tendon Reconstruction
Achilles Tendon Rupture Repair
Achilles Tenotomy
Breath Testing
Bronchoprovocation Test
Carpal Tunnel Injection
Casting
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Cyst Aspiration
Diagnostic Ultrasound
Diet Counseling
Elbow Tenotomy
Exercise Counseling
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
Foot Fracture Treatment Closed
Fracture Care
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Joint Drainage
Joint Injection
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee Surgery
Knee Tendon Repair
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Neuropsychological Testing
Oximetry
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Physical Therapy
Piriformis Injection
Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection (PRP)
Quadriceps Tendon Repair
Soft Tissue Injections
Steroid Injection
Stress Test
Trigger Point Injection
Ultrasound, Musculoskeletal
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Worker's Compensation Evaluations

Insurance Accepted

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  • Health Alliance PPO
  • United Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • Coventry Health Care
  • Alliance Select
  • Curative PPO Plus
    Curative EPO
    Curative PPO
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Humana
  • Cigna
  • MultiPlan PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Stadia Sports Medicine PC
    6000 University Ave Ste 250, West Des Moines, IA 50266
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Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Carlson
4.7
Based on 27 Reviews
5 Stars (23)
4 Stars (3)
3 Stars (0)
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1 Star (1)

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Jan 23, 2020
I like that Dr. Carlson is "present" when he is with me and takes time to review and explain
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About Me

Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Sports Medicine
Pain Medicine
Sports Medicine Pain Management
Sports Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Pediatric Sports Medicine
Family Medicine
Orthopedic Sports Medicine
Physical Therapy
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine
    1994
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Family Practice and Sports Medicine
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • University Of Michigan Health System
    1997
Internship

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Ball Memorial Hospital
    1999
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Chad Carlson, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Carlson's profile.

Dr. Chad Carlson, MD is affiliated with Clarinda Regional Health Center, Clarke County Hospital, Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center, Mercyone Newton Medical Center, Pella Regional Health Center, UnityPoint Health Marshalltown and UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Chad Carlson, MD holds board certification in Family Practice and Sports Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Clarinda Regional Health Center

    220 Essie Davison Dr, Clarinda, IA

  • Clarke County Hospital

    800 S Fillmore St, Osceola, IA

  • Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

    1111 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA

  • Mercyone Newton Medical Center

    204 N 4th Ave E, Newton, IA

  • Pella Regional Health Center

    404 Jefferson St, Pella, IA

  • UnityPoint Health Marshalltown

    55 Unitypoint Way, Marshalltown, IA

  • UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center

    1200 Pleasant St, Des Moines, IA