Summary

Dr. Michael Carlston is a family medicine physician who also specializes in sports medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Minnesota Medical School and completed his residency at Fairview University Medical Center. With 46 years of experience in practice, Dr. Carlston brings extensive knowledge to patient care. He is fluent in English.

Dr. Carlston practices at multiple locations throughout Santa Rosa, California, including Santa Rosa Community Health Centers, Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital, Sutter Santa Rosa Regional Hospital, and Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa Medical Center. His expertise includes treating back pain conditions, from general back pain to pregnancy-related back discomfort and back issues in children and teens. He performs diagnostic procedures such as thyroid hormone testing and complete blood counts with white blood cell analysis. Patients have given Dr. Carlston an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 46 years of experience
  • 8 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Fairview University Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 3 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Michael Gene Carlston has 4 locations

Santa Rosa Community Health Centers

3569 Round Barn CirSanta Rosa, CA 95403
Mon8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Sat9:00 am - 3:00 pm
SunClosed

Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital

1165 Montgomery DrSanta Rosa, CA 95405

Sutter Santa Rosa Regional Hospital

30 Mark West Springs RdSanta Rosa, CA 95403

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3.8 
46 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, Vietnamese Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Santa Rosa , CAPlacentia , CAEncinitas , CAFolsom , CA
Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences Med School: American University Of The Caribbean School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Michael Gene Carlston

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Sutter Health Plus
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Western Health Advantage
  • Western Health Advantage - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Michael Gene Carlston has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Michael Gene Carlston has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Homeopathy
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Other
  • Sports Medicine
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Fairview University Medical Center

Medical School

University Of Minnesota Medical SchoolGraduated in 1980

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Is Dr. Michael Carlston accepting new patients?
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Where is Dr. Michael Carlston's office located?
Dr. Michael Carlston's office is located at 3569 Round Barn Cir, Santa Rosa, CA, 95403.
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