4.2
5 Ratings
Summary
Dr. Melvin Carlson is an ophthalmologist who brings over five decades of experience to his practice in Seattle. He completed his medical education at the University of Washington School of Medicine and went on to complete his residency training at UCLA Medical Center. With 56 years dedicated to eye care, Dr. Carlson has developed extensive expertise in diagnosing and treating various vision-related conditions. He provides care to patients in English.
Dr. Carlson practices in Seattle, Washington, where he focuses on several key areas of eye health. He specializes in treating optic neuritis, a condition that affects the optic nerve and can impact vision. His expertise extends to managing diabetes-related eye complications, including both general diabetes mellitus and geriatric diabetes cases. Dr. Carlson performs advanced diagnostic procedures such as optical coherence tomography and retinal imaging to assess eye health in detail. He also provides anti-VEGF treatment, an important …therapy for certain retinal conditions. Patients rate Dr. Carlson 4.2 out of 5 stars for his care.
Read More Read less Dr. Carlson practices in Seattle, Washington, where he focuses on several key areas of eye health. He specializes in treating optic neuritis, a condition that affects the optic nerve and can impact vision. His expertise extends to managing diabetes-related eye complications, including both general diabetes mellitus and geriatric diabetes cases. Dr. Carlson performs advanced diagnostic procedures such as optical coherence tomography and retinal imaging to assess eye health in detail. He also provides anti-VEGF treatment, an important …therapy for certain retinal conditions. Patients rate Dr. Carlson 4.2 out of 5 stars for his care.
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Quick Facts
- 56 years of experience
- 3 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Ucla Medical Center
- 1 specialty
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
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| Ophthalmology | Internal Medicine | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 56 Years of Experience | 40 Years of Experience | 7 Years of Experience | 34 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | |||
| Seattle , WA | Las Vegas , NV | Boston , MA | Seattle , WA |
| Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine | Med School: Umdnj Robert Wood Johnson | Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine | Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Melvin Richard Carlson has the following specialty
Certifications, License, & Education
56 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Washington, Expired
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Ucla Medical Center
Medical School
University Of Washington School Of MedicineGraduated in 1970
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