Danita J. Carlson, MD, PhD
My specialties:
- Internal medicine
Not accepting new patients in this area.
Professional interests:
- Geriatrics
- Diabetes
- Hypertension
- Preventive health care
Danita Carlson, MD, is a PhD board-certified physician specializing in internal medicine and geriatrics. My professional interests include diabetes, hypertension and preventive health care.
Hometown: Worthington, MN
Best part of my work: Listening to my patient’s concerns and making progress toward a physical or emotional goal.
Why I became a physician: I really enjoy people and making a difference in their lives.
Favorite health tip: Exercise, don't smoke, eat healthy foods and more fruits and vegetables.
How I spend my free time: Running road races, hiking, biking, Nordic skiing, traveling with my family, cooking.
What patients say about me: They often tell me that they appreciate that I am an advocate for them.
Credentials
- MD
- PhD
Board-certified specialties
- Internal medicine
Awards and recognitions
- 2019, 2020, 2023 Mpls St. Paul Magazine Top Doctors
Personal interests
- Biking
- Cooking
- Cross-country skiing
- Hiking
- Running
- Traveling
Educational institutions
- University of Minnesota Medical School
Memberships
- American College of Physicians
- Minneapolis Society of Internal Medicine
Internships
- Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
Residencies
- Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
Years of experience
- 24
Hospital affiliations
- Abbott Northwestern Hospital
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Major health plans we participate in
- Allina Health | Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
- HealthPartners
- Medica
- PreferredOne
- SelectCare/LaborCare
- UCare
- UnitedHealthcare
Other health plans we participate in
- Medicaid/Medicare
- Aetna
- America's PPO
- First Health/Coventry
- CIGNA
- Humana
- Hennepin Health (formerly Metropolitan Health Plan)
- PrimeWest
- South Country Health Alliance
- United Behavioral Health
- Wisconsin Physician Services (WPS)