Summary

Dr. Karen Carlson has practiced internal medicine and hospital medicine for 32 years. She earned her medical degree from Sanford School of Medicine of the University of South Dakota and sees patients in Ames, Iowa.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 1
  • 32 years of experience
  • 1 insurance plan accepted
  • Sanford School Of Medicine Of The University Of South Dakota
  • 2 specialties
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

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Dr. Karen Elaine Carlson, MDDr. Adewumi Bakare DMSc, PA-CDr. Robert Hughes Hoyt, MDDr. Chad Michael Stocker
Internal MedicineInternal MedicineCardiologyDermatology
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32 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish, Yoruba, French, Russian, Arabic, Chinese, Chinese (Mandarin) Speaks Arabic, English, Spanish Speaks English
Ames , IAMesquite , TXWest Des Moines , IAMarshalltown , IA
Med School: Sanford School Of Medicine Of The University Of South Dakota Med School: University of Lynchburg - DMSc Med School: University Of Iowa Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Karen Elaine Carlson

  • Aetna

Medical Specialties

Dr. Karen Elaine Carlson has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Karen Elaine Carlson has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Chest Pain
  • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
  • Hospital Medicine
  • Meningitis
  • Pneumonia

Certifications, License, & Education

32 Years Experience

Dr. Karen Elaine 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 Sanford School Of Medicine Of The University Of South Dakota in 1994.

NPI Number

Dr. Carlson's NPI number is 1528055688.

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Where is Dr. Karen Carlson's office located?
Dr. Karen Carlson's office is located at 1111 Duff Ave, Ames, IA, 50010.

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