James E Carlson , DO

Family Medicine

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5.0 out of 5

265 verified ratings

265 Ratings, 158 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.
Oct 26, 2026
Great bedside manner.

Oct 26, 2026
He takes time to talk to me, explains everything thoroughly and listens to me.

Oct 24, 2026
Doc is great!

Oct 23, 2026
Where do I start. Been seeing Doctor Carlson for over 10 years monthly. He actually gave and continues to give me a quality of life I was losing. He treats my severe chronic pain with compassion and understanding. Something that not a lot of doctors do. Not even pain management doctors prescribe opioids. Doctor Carlson I believe vettes his patients professional with care and understanding. He is definitely an asset to our community. A unicorn I say.

Oct 22, 2026
I have already recommended him to a couple of my friends and they love him.

Oct 22, 2026
Listens to you. Knows what needs to be done.

Oct 20, 2026
Dr Carlson is very personable and takes time with his patient

Oct 20, 2026
He knows all aspects of healthcare.

Oct 19, 2026
I trust Dr. Carlson and am very happy to have him as my doctor.

Oct 19, 2026
He has been my Dr, for a long time and I do not care to have another one... He is the Best!

Oct 16, 2026
Very caring and understanding. Very nice and answers all questions

Oct 12, 2026
Very thorough and interested in patient well fair. He takes time to understand your needs.

Oct 12, 2026
Dr. Carlson is very easy to talk to and he listens to your concerns.

Oct 12, 2026
Very personable and takes his time with you

Oct 12, 2026
We have recommended Dr. Carlson to a few friends who now use him for their GP also.

Oct 11, 2026
Same as above. He’s a very good doctor.

Oct 7, 2026
Great feedback when you don't quite respond right. If you don,t understand.

Oct 5, 2026
knowledgeable and shows concern

Oct 5, 2026
Knowledgeable compassionate doctor

Oct 4, 2026
Professional, listens, explains treatment thoroughly, makes patient feel comfortable

Oct 1, 2026
Dr. Carlson is the best! I was released from the hospital a week ago and I had some concerns about what was going on with my health. Dr. Carlson took the time to explain all the testing and everything to me and put my mind at ease.

Sep 24, 2026
Very knowledgeable and friendly

Sep 22, 2026
Professional & knowledgeable, easy to talk to.

Sep 21, 2026
Take to be with you and answers questions look things up on laptop when you want to know something

Sep 21, 2026
Dr. Carlson is excellent

Sep 18, 2026
Because he is good at what he does and has a great sence of humor

Sep 18, 2026
Attentive and tells it like it is...

Sep 17, 2026
The advice and medical care I receive from Doctor James Carlson has made my life with Chronic Pain more manageable. I actually have recommended family members to see Doctor Carlson for their own health care. They are happy as well. Joe.

Sep 17, 2026
All personnel are courteous and attentive .

Sep 16, 2026
He listens to my health concerns and problems, then finds a good plan moving forward

Sep 16, 2026
down to earth personality; very knowledgeable; takes time to answer concerns

Sep 15, 2026
He’s a doctor that listens and knows he’s patience

Sep 14, 2026
He listens to my concerns and takes the time I need.

Sep 12, 2026
Great doctor!

Sep 11, 2026
He listened to my concerns .

Sep 11, 2026
The best

Sep 11, 2026
Very informative, he took time with you.

Sep 8, 2026
Easy to talk to.

Sep 7, 2026
Good listener

Sep 6, 2026
Very impressed with the fact that he was able to diagnose an issue that I’ve had previously that no one has been able to come with an answer for and the process of being treated and taken care of and very satisfied with Dr. Carlson highly recommend him

Sep 5, 2026
He’s the best

Sep 3, 2026
He listens very wet to the patient.

Sep 2, 2026
Love Dr. Carlson

Aug 31, 2026
I have recommended him to two friends within the past week.

Aug 20, 2026
He’s very knowledgeable, is an active listener and explains in detail so you understand entirely.

Aug 18, 2026
Dr. James Carlson is a star!!! He is thorough, very, very knowledgeable, asks questions exams, and informs me. He includes discussions on research and changes I can do to improve my health w/o increasing more meds. An example; limit carbs for my type 2. I did and do- my A1C has gone from 7.4 to 5.6.

Aug 18, 2026
Alway personable and caring as to your needs and concerns.

Aug 18, 2026
He easy to understand.

Aug 17, 2026
Dr Carlson is fantastic!

Aug 17, 2026
Down to Earth and cares.