Dr. Byron Herbert Carlson, MD

Dr. Byron Carlson is a family medicine physician who has been caring for patients and families across all ages for nearly five decades. He earned his medical degree from the University of Minnesota Medical School and completed his residency training at the University of South Dakota School of Medicine. With 48 years of dedicated practice experience, Dr. Carlson brings extensive knowledge to comprehensive primary care. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Carlson practices at Hancock County Memorial Hospital in Britt, Iowa, and maintains hospital privileges at MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center. He specializes in managing high blood pressure conditions, including hypertensive emergencies and pediatric hypertension cases. His practice also incorporates physical therapy services and cardiac monitoring through EKG testing to support patient wellness and recovery. Patients have given Dr. Carlson an average rating of 3.7 stars for …his care.