Dr. Karl Jon Karlson, MD

Dr. Karl Karlson is a thoracic surgeon specializing in cardiovascular disease with nearly five decades of medical experience. He earned his medical degree from Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University and completed his residency training at Johns Hopkins Health System. His extensive 49-year career has established him as an experienced specialist in complex heart and chest surgeries. Dr. Karlson is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Karlson practices at Boston Medical Center, where he provides specialized cardiothoracic surgical care across multiple locations in Boston, Massachusetts. He also maintains affiliations with Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center in Hartford, Connecticut. His practice focuses on advanced surgical treatments for heart and chest conditions, offering patients access to comprehensive cardiovascular care. Patients consistently rate Dr. Karlson highly for his expertise, giving him an average rating of 5.0.