Dr. Erik Richard Carlson, MD

Dr. Erik Carlson specializes in cardiovascular disease, focusing on heart and blood vessel conditions that affect patients throughout Colorado. He earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University and completed his residency training at University Hospital South Texas Medical Center. With 26 years of clinical experience, Dr. Carlson brings extensive knowledge to treating complex cardiac conditions. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Carlson practices at multiple locations across Colorado, with primary affiliations at Penrose Hospital and other major medical centers in Colorado Springs, Pueblo, and Lakewood. He treats patients with high blood pressure and coronary artery disease, including specialized care for heart conditions in women. His expertise includes performing heart imaging studies like echocardiograms and electrocardiograms to diagnose cardiac problems. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.