Dr. Dana Michele Carlson, MD

Dr. Dana Carlson is a surgeon with over three decades of experience serving patients throughout Minnesota. She earned her medical degree from the University of Minnesota Medical School and completed her residency training at Hennepin County Medical Center. Dr. Carlson brings 33 years of surgical expertise to her practice and is fluent in both Spanish and Chinese, allowing her to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Carlson is affiliated with North Memorial Health Robbinsdale Hospital and practices at multiple locations across Minnesota, including facilities in Monticello, Buffalo, Robbinsdale, Coon Rapids, Fridley, and Minneapolis. She specializes in treating breast cancer, including complex cases involving metastatic or recurrent disease. Her expertise also includes managing anemia caused by heavy bleeding. Patients have given her an average rating of 4.4 out of 5, reflecting their confidence in her surgical care and patient-centered approach.