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Dr. James Karlson, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 62
Dr. James Karlson, MD
4.8 (44 Ratings)

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Dr. James Karlson, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Cambridge, MA.
Dr. James Karlson, MD
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Dr. James Karlson, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 62
Cambridge, MA
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Dr. James Karlson, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Cambridge, MA.

About

Dr. James Karlson, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Cambridge, MA. Dr. Karlson currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Lawrence General Hospital and Mount Auburn Hospital. Dr. Karlson has experience treating conditions like Joint Pain among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Karlson received an average rating of 4.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 44 times. Dr. Karlson's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Karlson is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

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Friendly Staff

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Joint Pain
Steroid Injection
Meniscectomy
Joint Pain
Steroid Injection
Meniscectomy
Chondromalacia
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Internal Derangement of Knee
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Patellar Chondromalacia
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Arthrocentesis
Knee Arthroscopy
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Back Pain
Baker’s Cyst
Broken Arm
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Elbow Sprain
Femoral Neck Fracture
Femur Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Hip Fracture
Hip Tendinitis
Humerus Fracture
Knee Fracture
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Tendinitis
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Meniscus Tear
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Patellar Disorders
Patellar Fracture
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Rotator Cuff Tear
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Spinal Stenosis
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Tenosynovitis
Tibial Fracture
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Achilles Tendinitis
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle Impingement
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Ataxia
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Avascular Necrosis
Bunion
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Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Cervical Radiculopathy
Chronic Neck Pain
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Elbow Osteophyte
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Foot Fracture
Foot Sprain
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Genu Varum
Gout
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Hammer Toe
Heel Spur
Herniated Disc
Hip Pointer
Hip Sprain
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Dislocation
Knee Sprain
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Medial Epicondylitis
Neck Muscle Strain
Neck Sprain
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteogenesis Imperfecta
Osteopenia
Patellar Dislocation
Patellar Tendonitis
Pelvic Fracture
Piriformis Syndrome
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Pyogenic Arthritis
Radiculopathy
Repeated Shoulder Dislocation
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rib Fracture
Rupture of Achilles Tendon
Scapular Fracture
Sciatica
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Scoliosis
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Osteophyte
Spine Deformities
Spondylitis
Spondylolisthesis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Systemic Chondromalacia
Thoracic Stenosis
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibia or Fibula Stress Fracture
Whiplash
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Wrist Fracture
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Achilles Tendon Rupture Repair
ACL Surgery
Closed Hip Fracture Treatment
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Tenotomy
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Excision of Tarsal or Metatarsal
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hip Dislocation
Hip Replacement Revision
Joint Drainage
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Meniscus Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Partial Hip Replacement
Peripheral Nerve Block
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Somatic Nerve Block
Spinal Fusion
Synovial Biopsy

Insurance Accepted

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  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care PPO
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana PPO
  • United Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • Tufts Health Plans
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Cigna
  • Curative PPO Plus
    Curative PPO
    Curative EPO
  • Medicare
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

Locations

  1. 1 Pro Sports Orthopedics Inc.
    300 Mount Auburn St Ste 505, Cambridge, MA 02138
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  2. 2 Mt Auburn Hospital Dept of Psychiatry
    330 Mount Auburn St, Cambridge, MA 02138
    Wednesday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    09:00 - 17:00
  3. 3 Crimson Foot and Ankle Specialists LLC
    725 Concord Ave Ste 3600, Cambridge, MA 02138
  4. 4 Associates In Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine Inc.
    20 Guest St Ste 225, Brighton, MA 02135
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  5. 5 Harvard University Health Services Pharmacy
    75 Mount Auburn St, Cambridge, MA 02138
  6. 6 Harvard University Health Services Pharmacy
    75 Mount Auburn St, Cambridge, MA 02138

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Karlson
4.8
Based on 44 Reviews
5 Stars (41)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (2)

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Patient Reviews
Nov 01, 2024
Doesn’t rush with surgery if conservative care can accomplish similar results
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • New England Deaconess
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Harvard
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • New England Baptist
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. James Karlson, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Karlson's profile.

Dr. James Karlson, MD is affiliated with Lawrence General Hospital and Mount Auburn Hospital.

Yes, Dr. James Karlson, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Lawrence General Hospital

    1 General St, Lawrence, MA

  • Mount Auburn Hospital

    330 Mount Auburn St, Cambridge, MA