Summary

Dr. Dean Carlson is an ophthalmologist with over four decades of experience treating conditions of the eye. He earned his medical degree from Mayo Medical School and completed his residency at United States Air Force Base Hospital, followed by an internship at Malcolm McGraw Medical Center in 1986. Dr. Carlson brings 41 years of clinical expertise to his practice and is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Carlson practices with Eye Associates of Colorado Springs in Colorado Springs, Colorado. He specializes in managing glaucoma and open-angle glaucoma, helping patients preserve their vision through expert care. His practice also focuses on cataract treatment, providing patients with comprehensive solutions for this common eye condition. Dr. Carlson performs thorough eye exams, tonometry to measure eye pressure, and retinal imaging to assess eye health. Patients consistently rate him highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 41 years of experience
  • 26 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Internship - Malcolm McGraw Medical Center
  • 118 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Dean William Carlson has 2 locations

Eye Associates of Colorado Springs

10035 Pearl Pass Vw Ste 200Colorado Springs, CO 80924
Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri6:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Eye Associates Colorado Springs

2770 N Union Blvd Ste 240Colorado Springs, CO 80909
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Med School: Mayo Medical School Med School: University Of Utah School Of Medicine Med School: New York Medical College Med School: Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Dean William Carlson

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Clear Spring Health
  • Denver Health Medical Plan
  • Devoted Health
  • Eon Health
  • EyeMed
  • Family Health Network
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Dean William Carlson has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Dean William Carlson has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

41 Years Experience

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Internship - Malcolm McGraw Medical Center in 1986.

Residency

Completed their residency at United States Air Force Base Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Mayo Medical School in 1985.

NPI Number

Dr. Carlson's NPI number is 1053357715.

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Dr. Dean Carlson speaks English and Spanish.
Where is Dr. Dean Carlson's office located?
Dr. Dean Carlson's office is located at 10035 Pearl Pass Vw Ste 200, Colorado Springs, CO, 80924.

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