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Dr. Dean Carlson, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 65
Dr. Dean Carlson, MD
4.9 (102 Ratings)

Offers telehealth

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Dr. Dean Carlson, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Colorado Springs, CO.
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Dr. Dean Carlson, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 65
Colorado Springs, CO
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Dr. Dean Carlson, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Colorado Springs, CO.

About

Dr. Dean Carlson, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Colorado Springs, CO. They studied at United States Air Force Academy. They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Centura Penrose Hospital and UCHealth Memorial Hospital Central. Dr. Carlson has experience treating conditions like Foreign Body in Eye and Glaucoma among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Carlson received an average rating of 4.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 102 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Carlson is board certified in Ophthalmology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Foreign Body in Eye
Glaucoma
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Foreign Body in Eye
Glaucoma
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Foreign Body in Eye
Glaucoma
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All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Astigmatism
Benign Neoplasm of Choroid
Benign Neoplasm of Eye
Blepharitis
Cataract
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Corneal Abrasion or Laceration
Corneal Diseases
Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)
Diabetic Retinopathy
Diplopia
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Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis)
Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Dry Eyes
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Ectropion of Eyelid
Esophoria
Eye Cancer
Eye Infections
Eye Pain
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Eyelid Disorders
Floaters
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Heterophoria
Hypertropia
Hypotropia
Iridocyclitis
Lacrimal Gland Disorder
Macular Hole
Macular or Retinal Edema
Migraine
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Ocular Hypertension
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Pterygium
Retinal Vascular Occlusion
Senile Cataracts
Squamous Blepharitis
Strabismus
Tear Duct Disorders
Uveitis and Iridocyclitis
Visual Field Defects
Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Cataract Removal Surgery
Contact Lens Fitting Services
Glaucoma Surgery
Accommodation Disorders
Acquired Coloboma
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
Aphakia and Other Disorders of Lens
Blind Hypertensive Eye
Blind Hypotensive Eye
Blocked Tear Duct
Central Serous Chorioretinopathy
Chalazion
Chorioretinal Scars
Chorioretinitis
Choroidal Neovascular Membranes (CNVM)
Chronic Conjunctivitis
Congenital Nystagmus
Conjunctival Hemorrhage
Convergence Insufficiency
Corneal Ulcer
Degenerative Disorders of Globe
Disorder of Choroid
Drusen
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Endophthalmitis
Entropion
Episcleritis Periodica Fugax
Esotropia
Exophoria
Eyelid Spasm
Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy
Headache
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Herpetic Keratitis
Hordeolum
Hyphema
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Hypotony of Eye
Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension
Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
Keratitis
Keratoconus
Lazy Eye
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Nearsightedness
Nodular Episcleritis
Nystagmus
Optic Neuritis
Orbital Fracture
Paralytic Strabismus
Pars Planitis
Presbyopia
Progressive High Myopia
Retinal Detachment and Retinal Tear
Retinal Hemorrhage
Retinal Telangiectasia
Solar Retinopathy
Stye
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Sympathetic Uveitis
Trichiasis
Vitreous Hemorrhage
Anterior Vitrectomy
B-Scan Ultrasound
Eye Test
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Eyelid Surgery
Farnsworth Lantern Test
Foreign Body Removal from Eye
Goniotomy
Removal of Foreign Body from External Eye
Ultrasound
Vision Screening
Vitrectomy (incl. Macular Hole Repair)
Vitreoretinal Surgery

Insurance Accepted

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  • Catastrophic (Individual)-CO PPO
    CU Health Plan - High Deductible/HSA Compatible-CO
  • Open Access
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Medicare
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Tricare
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Choice Plus POS
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Locations

  1. 1 Pinnacle Optical
    2770 N Union Blvd Ste 240, Colorado Springs, CO 80909
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (719) 471-2020
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  2. 2 Office
    10035 Pearl Pass Vw Ste 200, Colorado Springs, CO 80924
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (719) 471-2020
    Monday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    06:30 - 17:00
    Thursday
    07:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 16:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  3. 3 Professional Optical At Woodmen
    7075 Campus Dr Ste 100, Colorado Springs, CO 80920
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (719) 265-5663

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Carlson
4.9
Based on 102 Reviews
5 Stars (99)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (1)

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Apr 03, 2024
We had a great appointment. He and his staff were wonderful to work with.
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Specialties*
Ophthalmology
Specialties*
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Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • Malcolm McGraw Medical Center
    1986
Internship

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University Of Iowa Hospitals
    1992
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Dean Carlson, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Carlson's profile.

Dr. Carlson frequently treats the following conditions: Foreign Body in Eye and Glaucoma. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Dean Carlson, MD is affiliated with Centura Penrose Hospital and UCHealth Memorial Hospital Central.

Yes, Dr. Dean Carlson, MD holds board certification in Ophthalmology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Centura Penrose Hospital

    2222 N Nevada Ave, Colorado Springs, CO

  • UCHealth Memorial Hospital Central

    1400 E Boulder St, Colorado Springs, CO