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Dr. Dean Carlson, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 66
Dr. Dean Carlson, MD
4.9 (127 Ratings)

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Dr. Dean Carlson, MD
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Dr. Dean Carlson, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 66
Colorado Springs, CO
Accepting new patients
39 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Dean Carlson, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Colorado Springs, CO.

About

Dr. Carlson graduated from Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine in 1985 and completed a residency at Wilford Hall Medical Center.Dr. Dean Carlson, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Colorado Springs, CO and has 39 years experience. Dr. Carlson currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with CommonSpirit Penrose Hospital and UCHealth Memorial Hospital Central. Dr. Carlson has experience treating conditions like Glaucoma, Diplopia and Foreign Body in Eye among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Carlson received an average rating of 4.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 127 times. Dr. Carlson's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Carlson is board certified in Ophthalmology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Glaucoma
Diplopia
Foreign Body in Eye
Glaucoma
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Diplopia
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Foreign Body in Eye
Age-Related Macular Degeneration
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Aphakia and Other Disorders of Lens
Astigmatism
Benign Neoplasm of Choroid
Benign Neoplasm of Eye
Blepharitis
Blindness
Blocked Tear Duct
Cataract
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Chalazion
Chorioretinal Scars
Chronic Conjunctivitis
Conjunctiva Degeneration Deposit
Conjunctival Hemorrhage
Corneal Abrasion or Laceration
Corneal Diseases
Degenerative Disorders of Globe
Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)
Diabetic Retinopathy
Disorder of Choroid
Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis)
Drusen
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Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Dry Eyes
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Ectropion of Eyelid
Esophoria
Esotropia
Exophoria
Eye Cancer
Eye Infections
Eye Pain
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Eyelid Disorders
Floaters
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Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy
Heterophoria
Hypertropia
Hypotropia
Iridocyclitis
Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
Keratitis
Lacrimal Gland Disorder
Lazy Eye
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Macular Hole
Macular or Retinal Edema
Migraine
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Ocular Hypertension
Paralytic Strabismus
Pinguecula
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Posterior Uveitis
Progressive High Myopia
Pterygium
Retinal Detachment and Retinal Tear
Retinal Vascular Occlusion
Senile Cataracts
Squamous Blepharitis
Strabismus
Stye
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Tear Duct Disorders
Visual Field Defects
Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Cataract Removal Surgery
Contact Lens Fitting Services
Glaucoma Surgery
Accommodation Disorders
Acquired Coloboma
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Anisocoria
Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
Anterior Scleritis
Bell's Palsy
Black Eye
Blind Hypertensive Eye
Blind Hypotensive Eye
Brow Ptosis
Central Serous Chorioretinopathy
Chorioretinitis
Choroidal Dystrophy
Choroidal Neovascular Membranes (CNVM)
Congenital Nystagmus
Conjunctiva Cyst
Contusion of the Eyeball
Convergence Insufficiency
Corneal Erosion
Corneal Ulcer
Dacryoadenitis
Dislocation of Lens
Endophthalmitis
Entropion
Episcleritis Periodica Fugax
Exotropia
Eye Melanoma
Eyeball Contusion
Eyelid Spasm
Farsightedness
Foveal and Macular Hypoplasia
Headache
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Herpetic Keratitis
Hordeolum
Hypertensive Retinopathy
Hyphema
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Hypotony of Eye
Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension
Juvenile Macular Degeneration
Keratoconus
Malignant Neoplasm of Eye
Marfan Syndrome
Mydriasis
Nearsightedness
Night Blindness
Nodular Episcleritis
Nystagmus
Optic Neuritis
Optic Papillitis
Orbital Cellulitis
Orbital Fracture
Pars Planitis
Periorbital Cellulitis
Pituitary Gland Cancer
Posterior Scleritis
Presbyopia
Retinal Cysts
Retinal Dystrophy
Retinal Hemorrhage
Retinal Ischemia
Retinal Telangiectasia
Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP)
Retinoschisis
Retrobulbar Neuritis
Shingles
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Solar Retinopathy
Sympathetic Uveitis
Tonic Pupil
Trichiasis
Uveitis
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Vitreous Hemorrhage
Anterior Vitrectomy
B-Scan Ultrasound
Drainage of Conjunctival Cyst
Eye Test
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Eyelid Surgery
Farnsworth Lantern Test
Foreign Body Removal from Eye
Goniotomy
Iridectomy
Iridotomy
Removal of Foreign Body from External Eye
Tear Duct Surgery
Ultrasound
Vision Screening
Vitrectomy
Vitreoretinal Surgery

Insurance Accepted

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  • Thrivent Financial
  • CU Health Plan - High Deductible/HSA Compatible-CO
    Catastrophic (Individual)-CO PPO
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Humana
  • HealthSmart
  • Tricare
  • Aetna
  • Curative EPO
    Curative PPO Plus
    Curative PPO
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Choice Plus POS
    Navigate HMO
  • Medicare
  • Rocky Mountain Health Plans
  • Cofinity
  • Cigna
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Open Access
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • HealthyBlue 2.0

Locations

  1. 1 Pinnacle Optical
    2770 N Union Blvd Ste 240, Colorado Springs, CO 80909
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  2. 2 Professional Optical at Woodmen
    7075 Campus Dr Ste 100, Colorado Springs, CO 80920
  3. 3 Office
    10035 Pearl Pass Vw Ste 200, Colorado Springs, CO 80924
    Monday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    06:30 - 17:00
    Thursday
    07:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 16:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Carlson
4.9
Based on 127 Reviews
5 Stars (124)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (1)

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Dec 13, 2024
Dr Carlson took time to answer all of my questions and concerns. Very personable.
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Specialties*
Ophthalmology
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine
    1985
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
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
  • Malcolm McGraw Medical Center
    1986
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Wilford Hall Medical Center
    1991
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University Of Iowa Hospitals
    1992
Fellowship Hospital
Common Questions and Answers
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Does Dr. Carlson communicate via email?
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Does Dr. Carlson offer telehealth services or virtual visits?
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Does Dr. Carlson offer an online patient portal?
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Does Dr. Carlson have free onsite parking?
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Dean Carlson, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Carlson's profile.

Dr. Carlson frequently treats the following conditions: Glaucoma, Diplopia and Foreign Body in Eye. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Dean Carlson, MD is affiliated with CommonSpirit Penrose Hospital and UCHealth Memorial Hospital Central.

Yes, Dr. Dean Carlson, MD holds board certification in Ophthalmology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • CommonSpirit Penrose Hospital

    2222 N Nevada Ave, Colorado Springs, CO

  • UCHealth Memorial Hospital Central

    1400 E Boulder St, Colorado Springs, CO