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Dr. Alan A Carlson, MD
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Dr. Alan A Carlson, MD

Hematology / Oncology Specialist
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    Overview

    Dr. Alan Carlson, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Durham, NC. He is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Carlson completed his residency at Duke Univ Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; Baylor Coll Of Med, Ophthalmology; Univ Of Nc Hosps, Internal Medicine. He is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Carlson is fluent in English and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carlson’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Humana Health, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS), Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carlson’s office at (919) 620-4467.
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    Medical Specialties and Areas of Expertise

    Hematology / Oncology Specialist

    Education & Training

    Duke Univ Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; Baylor Coll Of Med, Ophthalmology; Univ Of Nc Hosps, Internal Medicine (Residency)

    University Nc (Internship)

    Baylor Med Center (Residency)

    Baylor College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals (Residency)

    Cullen Eye Inst, Baylor, Ophthalmology, TX, USA (Residency)

    Duke University Medical Center (Residency)

    UNC Chapel Hill, Medicine, NC, USA (Internship)

    Baylor Coll of Med/Cullen Eye Inst, Cornea/External Disease (Fellowship)

    Duke Univ Eye Center, Cornea/External Disease (Fellowship)

    Duke Univ Eye Center, Ophthalmology, NC, USA (Fellowship)

    Cullen Eye Inst, Baylor, Ophthalmology, TX, USA (Fellowship)

    Corneal and Refractive Surgery, Cullen Eye Institute, Baylor College of Medicine (Fellowship)

    Corneal and Refractive Surgery, Duke Eye Center (Fellowship)

    Board Certifications

    American Board of Ophthalmology

    American Board of Ophthalmology since 1988

    Medical Conditions Treated

    conditions treated by a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, like Dr. Alan Carlson, may include:

    Anal Cancer, Anemia, Aplastic anemia, Bone Cancer, Brain Cancer, Breast Cancer, Colon Cancer, DCIS, Esophageal Cancer, Hemochromatosis, Hemophilia, Hodgkin Lymphoma, Leukemia, Liver Cancer, Lung Cancer, Lymphoma, Mesothelioma, Multiple Myeloma, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Oral, Head & Neck Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria, Sickle Cell Anemia, Stomach cancer, Thyroid Cancer and Uterine Cancer

    Please contact Dr. Carlson's office for more information or to schedule a consultation.

    Medical Procedures Performed

    procedures performed by a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, like Dr. Alan Carlson, may include:

    Hematology Consultation, Oncology Consultation, Radiation Oncology Consultation, Chemotherapy, Gynecologic Oncology Consultation, Radiotherapy Consultation, Uterine Cancer Evaluation, Cervical Cancer Evaluation, Cancer Treatment, Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation, Blood Transfusion Consultation, Bone Marrow Transplant Consultation, External Beam Radiotherapy, Stereotactic Radiation, Neuroblastoma Treatment, Bone Metastasis Treatment, 3D Conformal Radiotherapy, Oncology Surgery, Hematology Follow Up, Oncology Follow Up, Radiation Oncology Follow Up, Gynecologic Oncology Follow Up, Radiotherapy Follow Up, Blood Transfusion Follow Up, Bone Marrow Transplant Follow Up, Musculoskeletal Oncology Consultation, Musculoskeletal Oncology Follow Up, Orthopedic Oncology Consultation, Bone Marrow Biopsy, Pediatric Musculoskeletal Tumor, Radiation Therapy, Neuro-Oncology Follow-up, Ovarian Cancer Screening, Oncology Surgery Consultation, Bone Excision, Bone Grafting, Free Tissue Transfer, Proton Therapy, Tumor Treatment, Surgical Oncology, Orthopedic Oncology Follow Up, Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART), Internal Radiation / Brachytherapy, Image-Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT), Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT), Intraoperative Radiation Therapy (IORT), Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT), Oncology Surgery Follow Up, Radiology Testing Follow Up, Oncology Second Opinion, Radiation Oncology Second Opinion, Infusion Therapy and Adrenalectomy

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Carlson's office.

    Insurances

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)

    • Cigna

    • Humana Health

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Locations

    Duke Inpatient Clinic

    2100 Erwin Road

    Durham, NC 27705

    (919) 620-4467

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Academy of Ophthalmology

    Fellow

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is Dr. Alan Carlson accepting new patients?

    Yes, Dr. Alan Carlson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alan Carlson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Carlson's office at (919) 620-4467 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    Does Dr. Alan Carlson offer telehealth appointments?

    Please contact Dr. Carlson's office at (919) 620-4467 for information telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which language(s) does Dr. Alan Carlson speak?

    Dr. Alan Carlson speaks English.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alan Carlson have?

    Dr. Alan Carlson is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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