Summary

Dr. Lesley Carson is a geriatric medicine specialist with expertise in internal medicine, bringing nearly five decades of medical experience to her practice. She earned her medical degree from Harvard Medical School and completed her residency at Massachusetts General Hospital. Throughout her distinguished 49-year career, Dr. Carson has developed deep expertise in caring for older adults and managing complex medical conditions. She provides care in English to patients throughout the Philadelphia area.

Dr. Carson practices at multiple locations affiliated with the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, including Penn Geriatric Medicine at Ralston Penn Center and University of Pennsylvania Medical Center Geriatrics in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She specializes in treating serious conditions such as breast cancer and lung cancer, including cases where breast cancer has spread or returned. Her procedural skills include performing eye exams and providing allergen immunotherapy for patients with allergies. Patients have given Dr. Carson an average rating of 4.3 stars, reflecting their confidence in her compassionate and experienced care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 49 years of experience
  • 16 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Massachusetts General Hospital
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 21 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 6 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Lesley Sloan Carson has 6 locations

Penn Geriatric Medicine Ralston Penn Center

3615 Chestnut StPhiladelphia, PA 19104
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

University Of Pennsylvania Medical Center Geriatrics

3615 Chestnut St Ste 121Philadelphia, PA 19104
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Penn Geriatric Medicine - Ralston Penn Center

3615 Chestnut Street Ralston-Penn Center BuildingPhiladelphia, PA 19104

Penn Presbyterian Medical Center

51 N 39th StPhiladelphia, PA 19104

The Pavilion Hospital

1 Convention AvePhiladelphia, PA 19104

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Geriatric MedicineGeriatric MedicineNephrologyInfectious Disease
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49 Years of Experience 35 Years of Experience 46 Years of Experience 46 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Philadelphia , PAPhiladelphia , PAMilford , DEPhiladelphia , PA
Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: West Virginia University School of Medicine Med School: A M Dogliotti College Of Medicine Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Lesley Sloan Carson

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Humana
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Keystone First
  • Keystone First - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UPMC Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Lesley Sloan Carson has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Lesley Sloan Carson has the following 21 areas of expertise

  • Alternative Medicine
  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Cognitive Issues/Testing
  • Confusion
  • Constipation
  • Delirium
  • Dementia
  • Dementia Related Behavioral Disorders
  • Elder Abuse
  • EOL Care
  • Fainting (Syncope)
  • Home Care
  • House Calls
  • Immunization
  • Internal Medicine
  • Memory Disorders
  • Osteopenia
  • Osteoporosis
  • Senility
  • Sleep Disorders
  • Urinary Incontinence

Certifications, License, & Education

49 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Massachusetts General Hospital

Medical School

Harvard Medical SchoolGraduated in 1977

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What languages does Dr. Lesley Carson speak?
Dr. Lesley Carson speaks English.
Which hospitals is Dr. Lesley Carson affiliated with?
Dr. Lesley Carson is affiliated with Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania.

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