Summary

Dr. Chad Carlson comes to Stadia Sports Medicine from Champaign, Illinois, where he worked for both Carle Clinic Association and the University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana. At Illinois, he functioned as one of the team physicians for the Fighting Illini, taking care of athletes in a wide array of sports, from ice hockey to basketball. Dr. Carlson has covered multiple NCAA National Championship events, as well as national championship events for U.S. Gymnastics and U.S. Swimming and Diving. Prior to coming to Champaign, he served as one of the team physicians at Ball State University and has been involved in high school athletic event coverage for many years. His clinical interests include identifying the biomechanical basis for patient injury, office-based injury care/arthritis care, and clinical exercise testing, including the diagnosis and management of exercise-induced asthma. He has published clinical articles on various sports medicine subjects and has spoken on many subjects at national sports medicine meetings. He and his wife Amanda have three children -- Ava, Ian, and Eli. In his spare time, he enjoys active pursuits with family, reading, golfing, exercising, and church-related activities at Westkirk Presbyterian Church in Urbandale, where he serves as an Elder. He also serves as a cub scout den leader.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 32 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine
  • 12 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 5 office locations

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Chad Carlson has 5 locations

Stadia Sports Medicine

6000 University Ave Ste 250West Des Moines, IA 50266
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Stadia Sports Medicine

6000 University AveWest Des Moines, IA 50266

Unitypoint Health Des Moines Methodist West Hospital

1660 60th StWest Des Moines, IA 50266

Unitypoint Health Iowa Lutheran Hospital

700 E University AveDes Moines, IA 50316

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32 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
West Des Moines , IAWestfield , NJMiddletown , NJWest Des Moines , IA
Med School: University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine Med School: St Christopher Iba Mar Diop College Of Medicine Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Chad Carlson

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Chad Carlson has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Chad Carlson has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Neuromuscular Medicine (pm & Rehab)
  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
  • Sports Medicine (family Medicine)
  • Sports Medicine (internal Medicine)

Certifications, License, & Education

32 Years Experience

Dr. Chad Carlson holds an expired medical license in the state of Iowa.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Iowa that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine in 1994.

NPI Number

Dr. Carlson's NPI number is 1326008368.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Chad Carlson speak?
Dr. Chad Carlson speaks English.
Which hospitals is Dr. Chad Carlson affiliated with?
Dr. Chad Carlson is affiliated with Unitypoint Health Iowa Lutheran Hospital, Unitypoint Health Methodist West Hospital, and MERCYONE WEST DES MOINES MEDICAL CENTER.
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