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Dr. James Carlson, MD

Anesthesiology* Age 75
Dr. James Carlson, MD
4.6 (12 Ratings)
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Dr. James Carlson, MD

Anesthesiology* Age 75
Atlanta, GA
Accepting new patients
44 years of experience
 

Overview

Dr. James Carlson, MD works in Atlanta, GA as an Anesthesiologist and has 44 years experience.

They are board certified in Anesthesiology and graduated from University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health in 1980. Dr. Carlson completed a residency at Dartmouth College. At present, Dr. Carlson has received an average rating of 4.6 from patients and has been reviewed 12 times. They are affiliated with Piedmont Columbus Regional Northside. They are accepting new patients. Dr. Carlson practices at Practice in Atlanta, GA.

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Locations

  1. 1 Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital
    5665 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd, Atlanta, GA 30342
  2. 2 Office
    5671 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd Ste 530, Atlanta, GA 30342

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Mar 02, 2017
I had a very good experience recently with anesthesia during a total knee replacement. The nerve block administered by Dr. Carlson was very effective in my recovery. No memory of anything past entering OR room. Thank you for excellent care.
Virginia in Alpharetta, GA — Mar 02, 2017
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Specialties*
Anesthesiology
Pain Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
    1980
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Dartmouth College
    1983
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Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine
    1985
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Dr. James Carlson, MD accepts new patients on Medical News Today.

Dr. Carlson has a star rating of 4.6/5 and has been reviewed 12 times.

Dr. Carlson is board certified in Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine.

Dr. Carlson has been practicing as an Anesthesiologist for 44 years.

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