Expertise in
11
conditions

Dr. John R. Carlson

Gastroenterology
Los Palos Gastroenterology Specialists Inc.
1083 Los Palos Dr, 
Salinas, CA 
Expertise in
11
conditions
Los Palos Gastroenterology Specialists Inc.
1083 Los Palos Dr, 
Salinas, CA 

Overview

John Carlson is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Salinas, California.

Dr. Carlson is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastritis, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Campylobacter Infection, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 62 peer reviewed articles.

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in CA

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D

Locations

Los Palos Gastroenterology Specialists Inc.
1083 Los Palos Dr, Salinas, CA 93901

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Carlson has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)

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.

62 Total Publications

Author Correction: Streptomyces produce a diphtheria toxin-like exotoxin that targets insects.
Author Correction: Streptomyces produce a diphtheria toxin-like exotoxin that targets insects.
Journal: Nature microbiology
Published: May 14, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. John R. Carlson

How do I make an appointment with Dr. John R. Carlson?

You can book an appointment with Dr. John R. Carlson by calling their office at 831-771-1456. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. John R. Carlson a top-rated expert for Gastritis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. John R. Carlson is classified as an Advanced expert for Gastritis, 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. John R. Carlson specialize in?

While Dr. John R. Carlson is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Gastritis, Chronic Erosive Gastritis, and Campylobacter Infection. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. John R. Carlson participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. John R. Carlson has published 62 articles and abstracts on conditions like Gastritis. You can view a list of Dr. John R. Carlson's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. John R. Carlson accept my insurance?

Dr. John R. Carlson accepts most major insurance plans, including Humana and Medicare. We recommend calling the office directly at 831-771-1456 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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