Dr. Kent Arthur Carlson MD
Ophthalmologist
3401 S Broadway Alexandria MN, 56308Rating
4/5
About
Dr. Kent Carlson is an ophthalmologist practicing in Alexandria, MN. Dr. Carlson specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Carlson can practice medicine as well as surgery. Opthalmologists can perform surgeries because they have their medical degrees along with at least eight years of additional training. Dr. Carlson can diagnose and treat diseases, perform eye operations and prescribe eye glasses and contacts. Ophthalmologists can also specialize even further in a specific area of eye care.
Education and Training
Univ of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn 1984
University of Mn Med Sch 1984
University of Minnesota Medical School 1984
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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- Cataracts
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