Dr. Dean William Carlson M.D.
Ophthalmologist
525 N Tejon St Colorado Springs CO, 80903About
Dr. Dean Carlson is an ophthalmologist practicing in Colorado Springs, CO. 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
Mayo Med Sch, Rochester Mn 1985
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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