Dr. David Truman Carlson, MD

Dr. David Carlson brings four and a half decades of medical expertise to his dual specialties in family medicine and pathology. He earned his medical degree from the Sanford School of Medicine at the University of South Dakota and completed his residency training at Appleton Medical Center. With 45 years of dedicated practice, Dr. Carlson offers comprehensive care to patients and families throughout their healthcare journey. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve diverse communities with clear communication.

Dr. Carlson practices at Prairie Lakes Hospital and Brown Clinic in Watertown, South Dakota. His extensive experience in family medicine enables him to provide preventive care, manage chronic conditions, and address acute health concerns for patients of all ages. Through his pathology background, he brings specialized diagnostic expertise to his practice. Patients have given Dr. Carlson an average rating of 1.0 on Vitals, reflecting their experiences with …his care.