Summary

Dr. Dean Carlson treats glaucoma, open-angle glaucoma, and cataracts, and performs eye exams, tonometry, and retinal imaging. He has practiced ophthalmology for 41 years and sees patients in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Dr. Carlson completed his residency at United States Air Force Base Hospital and his fellowship internship at Malcolm McGraw Medical Center in 1986. He completed his medical training at Mayo Medical School. He speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Carlson 4.96 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

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 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

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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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

Completed their fellowship at Internship - Malcolm McGraw Medical Center in 1986.

Residency

Completed their residency at United States Air Force Base Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Mayo Medical School in 1985.

NPI Number

Dr. Carlson's NPI number is 1053357715.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Dr. Dean Carlson?
You can find contact information for Dr. Dean Carlson here on Vitals.
What languages does Dr. Dean Carlson speak?
Dr. Dean Carlson speaks English and Spanish.
Where is Dr. Dean Carlson's office located?
Dr. Dean Carlson's office is located at 10035 Pearl Pass Vw Ste 200, Colorado Springs, CO, 80924.
Is Dr. Dean Carlson accepting new patients?
Dr. Dean Carlson is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Dean Carlson's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Dr. Dean Carlson accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Dean Carlson has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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