Summary

Dr. Dean Carlson is an ophthalmologist who has dedicated over four decades to caring for patients with eye conditions. He earned his medical degree from Mayo Medical School and completed his residency at United States Air Force Base Hospital, followed by an internship at Malcolm McGraw Medical Center in 1986. With 41 years of experience treating complex eye disorders, Dr. Carlson has developed extensive expertise in managing conditions that can affect vision and eye health. He speaks both English and Spanish, helping him connect with a diverse patient population.

Dr. Carlson practices at Eye Associates of Colorado Springs in Colorado Springs, Colorado. His clinical focus centers on treating glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma, and cataracts. He performs comprehensive eye exams to assess overall eye health and detect early signs of disease. Dr. Carlson also uses specialized techniques like retinal imaging to capture detailed pictures of the back of the eye and tonometry to measure eye pressure. Patients have given him an average rating of 5.0, reflecting their confidence in his care and expertise.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 41 years of experience
  • 26 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Internship - Malcolm McGraw Medical Center
  • 118 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Locations

Dr. Dean William Carlson has 2 locations

Eye Associates of Colorado Springs

10035 Pearl Pass Vw Ste 200Colorado Springs, CO 80924
Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri6:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Eye Associates Colorado Springs

2770 N Union Blvd Ste 240Colorado Springs, CO 80909
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Dean William Carlson, MDDr. Stanford Connolly Taylor, MDDr. James H Burden JrDr. Garrett Wayne Rota
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
41 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Colorado Springs , COColorado Springs , COColorado Springs , COColorado Springs , CO
Med School: Mayo Medical School Med School: Oregon Health & Science University School Of Medicine Med School: Rocky Vista University College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Dean William Carlson

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Clear Spring Health
  • Denver Health Medical Plan
  • Devoted Health
  • Eon Health
  • EyeMed
  • Family Health Network
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Dean William Carlson has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Dean William Carlson has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

41 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Internship - Malcolm McGraw Medical Center1986

Residency

United States Air Force Base Hospital

Medical School

Mayo Medical SchoolGraduated in 1985

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Dr. Dean Carlson speaks English and Spanish.
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