Dr. Alan N. Carlson
Overview
I provide medical oversight for comprehensive patients and established cornea patients. Preserving and restoring vision is my passion, and it is a commitment I make to all of my patients. Duke uses the most current technologies and innovations to deliver the latest in care. It gives patients great confidence to know they are being treated by leaders in their field who use a team approach. I came back to Duke in 1996 after earning my medical degree here in 1981. In my spare time, I enjoy playing guitar, reading and traveling.
Dr. Carlson is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Fuchs Dystrophy, Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1, Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness, Corneal Transplant, and Trabeculectomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 13 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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- MEDICARE MAPD
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- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
2351 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27705
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Alan N. Carlson
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Alan N. Carlson?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Alan N. Carlson by calling their office at 919-681-3937. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Alan N. Carlson a top-rated expert for Fuchs Dystrophy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Alan N. Carlson is classified as an Distinguished expert for Fuchs Dystrophy, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Alan N. Carlson specialize in?
While Dr. Alan N. Carlson is a Hematology, they have specific expertise in Fuchs Dystrophy, Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1, and Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hematology.
Does Dr. Alan N. Carlson participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Alan N. Carlson has published 13 articles and abstracts on conditions like Fuchs Dystrophy. You can view a list of Dr. Alan N. Carlson's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Alan N. Carlson accept my insurance?
Dr. Alan N. Carlson accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 919-681-3937 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive DeafnessDr. Carlson isDistinguished. Learn about Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness.
- Fuchs DystrophyDr. Carlson isDistinguished. Learn about Fuchs Dystrophy.
- Hereditary KeratitisDr. Carlson isDistinguished. Learn about Hereditary Keratitis.
- Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1Dr. Carlson isDistinguished. Learn about Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1.
- Advanced
- CataractDr. Carlson isAdvanced. Learn about Cataract.
- Interstitial KeratitisDr. Carlson isAdvanced. Learn about Interstitial Keratitis.
- MeibomianitisDr. Carlson isAdvanced. Learn about Meibomianitis.
- Experienced
- AmebiasisDr. Carlson isExperienced. Learn about Amebiasis.
- BlepharitisDr. Carlson isExperienced. Learn about Blepharitis.
- Cloudy CorneaDr. Carlson isExperienced. Learn about Cloudy Cornea.
- Cogan's SyndromeDr. Carlson isExperienced. Learn about Cogan's Syndrome.
- Corneal TransplantDr. Carlson isExperienced. Learn about Corneal Transplant.
- GlaucomaDr. Carlson isExperienced. Learn about Glaucoma.