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Dr. Kent Carlson, MD

Dr. Kent Carlson, MD

Ophthalmology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Kent Carlson, MD is an ophthalmologist in Alexandria, MN and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA / SAINT PAUL CAMPUS in 1988. He is affiliated with Alomere Health.

4 Star Rating
Based on 8 reviews 4 Star Rating (8 reviews)

Practice

3401 S Broadway Alexandria, MN 56308

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Carlson specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Carlson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Carlson

4.0
8 ratings, 6 with a written review
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Had a great experience at Minnesota Eye Institute! Had lasix and am seeing better then 20/20! Love not having the hassle of wearing contacts or having my mask fog up. Minnesota Eye Institute is very competitively priced, the staff are all so kind and knowledgeable. I cannot say enough good things about my Lasix experience!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 27, 2021
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Unbelievable. Had LASIK 20 years ago and still see better than ever!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Pam – Aug 28, 2020
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Had Lasik done on April 15th 2019. Wanted my long distance vision to be good. Did not care if I had to wear glasses for up close. Did not want mono vision. Well as he was doing my left eye he said he was doing the mono vision that we talked about..he wanted I didn't. To late. Revisited him twice. He says I'm doing fine. My long distance vision was better before the Lasik than it I today. I stressed that and he mumbled "people think they should see perfect". He then gave me a perception for glasses. Money wasted on this procedure. He did not listen to my concerns. Could only brag about how fast his equipment is. Said if it didn't work I get my money back. So a year and 3 months later no refund. Girl at front desk said they don't give refunds. NOT what I was told by DR
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Aug 25, 2020
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Very brilliant and knowledgeable Doctor. I would highly recommend.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 19, 2019
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It has been 17 years since Dr. Carlson performed lasik on both of my eyes. Great work, great results. No complications, still 20/20 at 62 years of age. Thanks to Dr. Carlson!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Fred in Buffalo, MN – Jun 23, 2017
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I attempted to inquire about my bill (not the cost but two items on my bill that I didnt know what they were). After talking to 2 people in his office at 2 different times, Dr. Carlson called me and SCREAMED at me over the phone WHAT DO YOU WANT ME TO DO? I was in the car with my husband and he heard Dr. Carlson plain as day! To say I was shocked by his call is putting it mildly and I still DO NO have answers to my questions. And again it is NOT about the money involved.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
11 others found this helpful
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Peg in Villard, MN – Apr 11, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Kent Carlson, MD is an ophthalmologist in Alexandria, MN and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA / SAINT PAUL CAMPUS in 1988. He is affiliated with Alomere Health.
  • Ophthalmology

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  • University Of Minnesota / Saint Paul Campus

    Medical School, 1988
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Minnesota Eye Institute Inc.3401 S Broadway Alexandria, MN 56308
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Alomere Health

    111 17th Ave E
    Alexandria, MN 56308
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    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

    Outstanding Patient Experience 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

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    85%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    9% higher than the national average

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