Dr. Stephen E. Carlson, MD | Reading, PA | Gastroenterology

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Dr. Carlson graduated from the Weill Cornell Medical College in 1976. Dr. Carlson works in Reading, PA and specializes in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine. Dr. Carlson is affiliated with Penn State Health Saint Joseph Medical Center.

1.7

6 Ratings
50 years of experience
3 insurance plans accepted
Santa Clara Valley Medical Center
5 written reviews
2 specialties
11 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location

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I've never had anything bad so say about the medical field until I started having GI problems and met Dr. Carlson. It's been almost 2 months since my colonoscopy and I have yet to be able to actually talk with the doctor himself! None of my symptoms have been relieved the staff is bouncing me from medication to medication, without getting back to me on my progress. This is a terribly run practice and my one time meeting the doctor he had ZERO bedside manner. Now after digging a bit deeper I have yet to see a good review of him. Do not waste your time with him!

January 3rd, 2014

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They ignored my questions and my appointment seemed rushed. Their staff was not friendly at all, I didn't feel welcome there. I feel like my appointment was pointless. None of my questions were answered, nothing was accomplished, and I felt worse when I left. Worst office ever..Doctor is veryyy rude! Do not waste your time even making an appointment... Look else where..

May 1st, 2013

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This doctor is whack.run to other office if you love your life.

April 27th, 2013

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Dr. Carlson treats some patients with care, I have witnessed this. I am one of the patients that receives a cold,unwelome feeling from him. I am one of the patients that waits for 2 hours for a 5 minute visit.He treats me like a subhuman. Seeking new Doctor.

February 26th, 2012

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This doctor never did any diagnostic testing, rather stated that my previous doctor is a liar and that he must have misdiagnosed me.

September 4th, 2008

Stephen E Carlson Md

1300 Old Mill RdReading, PA 19610

Tel: (610) 374-4401


Dr. Stephen E Carlson, MD	Ji Soo Choi, APRN	Chimdi Mfebe, APRN	Ashley Anderson, APRN
Gastroenterology	Gastroenterology	Gastroenterology	Gastroenterology
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
1.7 (6 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
50 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Reading , PA	SACRAMENTO , CA	Little Rock , AR	SACRAMENTO , CA
Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College	Med School: New York University	Med School: Chamberlain University College of Nursing	Med School: East Tennessee State University - Quillen College of Medicine
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Abdominal Pain
Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
Celiac Disease
Colonoscopy
Constipation
Hemorrhoids
Hepatitis C
Internal Medicine
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Ulcerative Colitis

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Santa Clara Valley Medical Center

Medical School

Weill Cornell Medical CollegeGraduated in 1976

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Where is Dr. Stephen Carlson's office located?: Dr. Stephen Carlson's office is located at 1300 Old Mill Rd, Reading, PA, 19610.
Which hospitals is Dr. Stephen Carlson affiliated with?: Dr. Stephen Carlson is affiliated with Penn State Health Saint Joseph Medical Center.

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