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
- 25
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)
Prompt service - excellent care! Thanks!
Physician listens.
Dr D Carlson went over things about my health that hadn't been discussed in years. Thank you!
I feel that Dr Carlson cares about me as a patient. She is comfortable to work with. She is quick to understand any issues that I have.
Personalized care from my doctor. She is highly competent and thorough, and really takes time to listen or explain things. I so appreciate the level of care I get from my primary care physician.
Very kind efficient and expert advice
Dr. Carlson's knowledge, attentiveness and efficiency.
Dr. Carlson is kind, knowledgeable, and takes the time to listen. My mother sings her praises to many in the community that she has the best doctor ever! :-)
The treatment Ì experience is always respectful, private, efficient, friendly.
Dr. Carlson knows my history and has my best interests at heart. She's thorough, listens, has a wealth of knowledge, is a terrific diagnostician, and is as personable as she can be.