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Dr. Joel Carlson, DO

Dr. Joel Carlson, DO

Obstetrics & Gynecology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Joel Carlson, DO is an obstetrician gynecologist in Ketchum, ID and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Des Moines University in 1994. He is affiliated with St. Luke's Wood River Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Practice

100 Hospital Dr Ste 200 Ketchum, ID 83340
(208) 727-8600

Dr. Carlson is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • 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

3.6
14 ratings, 4 with a written review
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1 star
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I was referred to Dr. Carlson for a lump removal . My visit did reveal more to be done as I was having symptoms of Endometrioses and other pain. Surgery was performed. After coming home and recouping from anesthesia realized he hadn't removed the lump that I was referred to him in the first place. With calls and visits to his office trying to address my original problem with runaround and no success, I then went to go to someone else. My new doctor removed it in 20 minute total time , including visiting before she took the lump off. These types of things are not at all fun to go through. Dr. Carlson made it even harder for me. I do not recommend him. This is the fist review I have ever done. I feel it is important to share my experience.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
Helpful
May 14, 2021
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He’s awesome! Very professional and knows his stuff. Offered to stay late to get me in. I so appreciate him and feel safe in his care. Even when we’ve encountered complications and scary potentials with our baby, he cared and ensured we got the help and resources we needed. Going to appointments became a highlight rather than a long dreadful wait. Rarely wait long. Will continue to travel as far as needed to see him and his staff. Grateful I’ve been able to deliver all of my babies with him.
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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Brittany in Bear Lake, ID – Jan 03, 2019
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Dr. Carlson helped take care of me during my pregnancy as well as deliver my baby via c section and did a phenomenal job. He made sure I was well taken care of and always answered my questions very well. The office staff are nice and friendly and I always looked forward to my appointments. Will definitely go to Dr. Carlson for my next pregnancy as well as other OB/GYN needs.
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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Jessica in Pocatello, ID – Jun 17, 2018
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This Dr. is unsympathetic, impatient, and preforms botched procedures. You want to find a different Dr.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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Kelsey in Pocatello, ID – May 11, 2016
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About Me

biography

We are proud to have Joel Carlson, DO, board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist, as part of our medical staff.

As an Ob-Gyn, Dr. Carlson performs a variety of gynecological procedures including complex surgeries. Dr. Carlson...read more

  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • Des Moines University

    Medical School, 1994
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Dr. Carlson is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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    Locations

    Practice

    St. Luke's Clinic-Obstetrics And Gynecology Ketchum100 Hospital Dr Ste 200 Ketchum, ID 83340
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • St. Luke's Wood River Medical Center

      100 Hospital Dr
      Ketchum, ID 83340
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

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

      91%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      84%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

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