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Dr. Alan Carlson, MD

Dr. Alan Carlson, MD

Cornea & Refractive Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Alan Carlson, MD is a cornea & refractive surgery specialist in Durham, NC and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Duke University School of Medicine in 1982. He is affiliated with Duke University Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Practice

2351 Erwin Rd Durham, NC 27705
(919) 681-3937

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Carlson specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Carlson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Carlson

3.6
16 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 star
56%
56%
4 star
6%
6%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
13%
13%
1 star
25%
25%

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dr, Carlson did corneal transsplants in both eyes could not be happier with the outcome. i would highly and with compelte confindence refer friends and family to him
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Robert Allen Flowers Radcliff Kentucky – Aug 29, 2020
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I regret having cataract surgery by Dr. Carlson. Although surgery on my left eye was successful, surgery on my right eye left me with 20/60 vision. Since I live 80 miles from Duke Eye, my surgery was to be a co-managed by my local optometrist. After my surgery, my optometrist talked to Dr. Carlson about correcting my vision. Carlson called and spoke to my wife. He explained that he had chosen the wrong lens. Dr. Carlson would not talk to me about it, but told me to make an appointment with him.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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Pinehurst, NC – Apr 13, 2017
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Dr. Carlson performed cataract surgery on both of my eyes. The surgeries are completely successful, and my world is again clear and bright. I particularly enjoyed Dr. Carlson's teaching function with Duke students as he instructed both the student/s and myself in
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Cager in Raleigh, NC – Jan 01, 2017
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An expert at cataract surgery. Answered my many questions with patience and clarity, and was the only doctor within 200 miles who had the best replacement lens I wanted, the Staar Nanoflex Collamer IOL. I could not be happier with the outcome. I see clearly, and have a remarkable range of focus. I hardly need reading glasses. And this lens has the lowest incidence of glare and sparkles of any out there. If you're in driving distance of Durham, see him!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
10 others found this helpful
Helpful
Chris in Chesapeake, VA – Jan 27, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Alan Carlson, MD is a cornea & refractive surgery specialist in Durham, NC and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Duke University School of Medicine in 1982. He is affiliated with Duke University Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

  • Cornea & Refractive Surgery

  • Cornea & External Diseases

  • Ophthalmology

  • Anterior Segment Surgery

  • Cataract Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of North Carolina Hospitals

    Internship Hospital

  • Duke University Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1988

  • Baylor Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1987

  • Baylor Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1986

  • Duke University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1982

  • Duke University

    Undergraduate School, 1978
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Duke Eye Center2351 Erwin Rd Durham, NC 27705
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Duke Eye Center2100 Erwin Rd Durham, NC 27705
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Duke University Hospital

    2100 Erwin Rd
    Durham, NC 27705
    Recipient of 12
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    85%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    9% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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