James E Carlson , DO
Family Medicine
directory.franciscanhealth.org
4.9 out of 5
251 verified ratings
251 Ratings, 142 Comments
The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy.
May 18, 2026
Great Doctor
May 16, 2026
Great doctor
May 14, 2026
Dr. Carlson is very well educated and he explains the reasons he does something in a way I can understand. He’s an awesome listener. He definitely gets things done.
May 11, 2026
Dr Carlson is very nice
May 11, 2026
Dr Carlson patiently listens and offers his medical care with expert knowledge and kindness.
May 9, 2026
He is a joy to talk to.
May 5, 2026
Dr. Carlson is not just my preferred family physician but has become a friend and he partners in helping me live the healthiest lifestyle that I can. He is the BEST!
May 2, 2026
HE IS THEE BEST!
Apr 30, 2026
Very good doctor
Apr 30, 2026
Because he listens and doesn't rush you or preach to you. I absolutely adore Dr Carlson.
Apr 27, 2026
Good doctor. Takes the time to listen to patients and answers questions very well and explains stuff
Apr 24, 2026
I’m very happy with this doctor.
He does right by his patients.
Apr 23, 2026
Dr. Carlson is the only reason I stay with Franciscan.
Apr 23, 2026
I have already recommended him to a friend and she loves him too!
Apr 23, 2026
Dr. Carlson listens, questions, responds, explains and takes the time to make sure i do also.
Apr 22, 2026
Great doctor
Apr 20, 2026
The best care I received ever.
Apr 20, 2026
Dr. Carlson listens to your needs and addresses that appropriately has an experienced physician
Apr 20, 2026
Personable, Interested in you and your health. Listens and answers your questions.
Apr 18, 2026
As I just said Dr. Carlson answers all our questions and gives us good advice.
Apr 17, 2026
He listens, shows compassion and concern.
Apr 16, 2026
He is the best PCP I have ever had
Apr 9, 2026
He takes his time with you and is very personable
Apr 9, 2026
He's a very good listener and provides excellent feedback with excellent treatment plans. Very down to earth doctor.
Apr 7, 2026
Always a positive experience
Apr 5, 2026
He listens, answers questions, and provides clear explanations.
Apr 4, 2026
Dr. Carlson genuinely tries to get to know you as a person and your not just another number to him. He is very friendly and easy to talk to.
Mar 31, 2026
Dr. Carlson was very thorough, answered all of my concerns, explained everything clearly and made me feel comfortable throughout the visit. He is one of the few doctors that combines professionalism with genuine care. It was a very pleasant visit and I never felt rushed. He also focuses on nutrition and lifestyle improvements. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a thoughtful and patient-centered physician.
Mar 30, 2026
I would because my wife also sees Dr Carlson.
Mar 25, 2026
He is an amazing doctor.
Mar 24, 2026
Thorough review of my history, answers all my questions, and friendly and knowledgeable demeanor, best doctor I’ve had in years
Mar 23, 2026
Doctor very personnal and spends time with you to explain every thing!
Mar 22, 2026
Takes the time to really listen
Mar 5, 2026
Dr. Carlson has very good medical knowledge, I like his approach to patients, his common sense in prescribing medications and ordering tests makes me to trust him.
Feb 21, 2026
Always positive
Feb 20, 2026
Doctor knowledgeable, can understand when speaking, answers questions straight forward
Feb 19, 2026
Love this professional doctor. He knows the meaning of being present for the patient.
Feb 19, 2026
He is thorough, thoughtful, knowledgeable, patient, asks questions, listens, and informative. He has been #1in giving me information to improve my health without increasing meds. My A1C is now near normal level… my weight is gradually lowering. I listen to his suggestions and follow his 1/2 sheet info on weight loss. I feel better and am gradually losing weight. Dr. Carlson is #1 .
Feb 17, 2026
He takes his time & answers any questions, always seems very concerned about how things have been going,
Feb 17, 2026
Candid and informative
Sincere and honest
Concerned for your wellbeing
Feb 16, 2026
Dr. Carlson is truly an amazing, extremely knowledgeable and caring doctor. His
no nonsense attitude combined with his light-hearted personality makes doctor visits actually a joy. Can we clone him?
Feb 13, 2026
Very good doctor does not rush you out takes his time to listen to you
Feb 11, 2026
He is the best doctor that I ever seen and he really cares about his patients.
Feb 9, 2026
Dr James Carlson listens to my problems and does whatever he can to help me out the best
Feb 4, 2026
He is very thorough. He explains everything in detail and answers all my questions.
Feb 4, 2026
He listens! He cares! He doesn't rush you out. He asks if I had any other questions.
Feb 4, 2026
Takes the time with his patients
Feb 4, 2026
Great manors very professional
Feb 3, 2026
He is highly intelligent and I trust him completely as my doctor.
Feb 3, 2026
Dr Carlson took time to answer all my questions. He didn’t just rush me through.