Overview
Philosophy of care | My purpose as a physician is to use faith, hope and love through medicine to help others as much as possible, specifically those with lung conditions. My passion is to help each person understand their condition and guide them on the best path of treatment. I make health problems easier to understand for patients and their family members. If no further treatment is available, I help navigate end-of-life discussions and when to focus more on symptom relief. I want every person to feel loved and cared for, whether through treatments that can be provided, an encouraging word or a healing touch. | Why I entered medicine | I have always believed I was meant to be a physician. The field of medicine is one of the ways I am able to help others. | Community involvement | I truly want to help my community, especially during disaster relief or other crisis situations. My wife and I have a non-profit organization and hope to bring faith, hope and love to the world. | Personal interests | I love to spend time with my wife and family, listen to church, cook, do housework, and go to the beach when able to. | Image | Lehigh Valley Hospital is ranked 42th for pulmonology and lung surgery on the 2025-2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals list. |.
His top areas of expertise are Interstitial Lung Disease and Asthma.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1250 S Cedar Crest Blvd, Suite 205, Allentown, PA 18103
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.
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. Joshua P. Carlson
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Joshua P. Carlson?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Joshua P. Carlson by calling their office at 610-402-9116. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
What conditions does Dr. Joshua P. Carlson specialize in?
While Dr. Joshua P. Carlson is a Pulmonary Medicine, they have specific expertise in Interstitial Lung Disease, Asthma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pulmonary Medicine.
Does Dr. Joshua P. Carlson participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Joshua P. Carlson has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Interstitial Lung Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Joshua P. Carlson's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Joshua P. Carlson accept my insurance?
Dr. Joshua P. Carlson accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 610-402-9116 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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