


Dr. Keith Carlson, MD
Dr. Keith Carlson, MD is an ophthalmologist in Burnsville, MN and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of North Dakota / Main Campus in 1982. He is affiliated with medical facilities Abbott Northwestern Hospital and Regina Hospital. He is accepting new patients.
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14101 Fairview Dr Ste 350 Burnsville, MN 55337At a Glance
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About Me
care philosophy
Dr. Carlson created his own practice, Claris Eye Care & Surgery, to bring a renewed focus on patient needs and care. Our mission is to improve patient vision and facilitate healing.biography
For over 20 years, thousands of patients have trusted Dr. Carlson with their eyes. He is a Mayo Clinic trained and board-certified ophthalmologist. Dr. Carlson was among the first to work in laser vision correction, having begun before the opening...read moreOphthalmology
Anterior Segment Ophthalmology
Anterior Segment Surgery
Cataract Surgery
Cornea & Refractive Surgery
Ophthalmic Surgery
Cosmetic Medicine
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Employed By Industry (prac)
American College Of Physician Executives
2007Tulalne University
2007Tulane University
2007Tulane University Of Louisiana
2007University Minn
Fellowship Hospital, 1989Mayo Clin
Residency Hospital, 1985United Hospital
Residency Hospital, 1984National Board Of Medical Examiners
1983Hennepin County Medical Center
Internship Hospital, 1983Hennepin Co Medical Center
Internship Hospital, 1983University Of North Dakota / Main Campus
Medical School, 1982University Of North Dakota School Of Medicine And Health Sciences
Medical School, 1982University Of North Dakota
Undergraduate School, 1980
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Learn more about medical license public record checkMinnesota Academy of Ophthalmology, Member
American College of Surgeons and Heed Ophthalmic Society, Fellow
American College of Physician Executives, Member
Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society, Member
International Society of Refractive Surgery, Member
Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society, Member
American Academy of Ophthalmology, Fellow
American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, Member
Delta Omega Honor Society, Member
Lange Medical Publication Award, 1979
Robert Campbell Award, 1980
MN Society for Prevention of Blindness/Hearing, 1985, 1986
Heed Ophthalmic Foundation Fellowship, 1988
Delta Omega, 2007
North Dakota Medical Association Award, 1982
Phi Eta Sigma, 1976
Phi Beta Kappa, 1978
Alpha Omega Alpha, 1981
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- Mon: 8:00am - 4:30pm
- Tue: 8:00am - 4:30pm
- Wed: 7:30am - 4:00pm
- Thu: 8:00am - 4:30pm
- Fri: 7:00am - 3:30pm
- Sat: closed
- Sun: closed
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Affiliated Hospitals
- Recipient of 26
hospital awardsSurgical Care Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)
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
View all awardsAmerica's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)
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
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
86%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home2% higher than the national average
82%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well6% higher than the national average
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