Eric Carls, MD
My specialties:
- Family medicine
Not accepting new patients in this area.
Professional interests:
- Orthopedics
- Pediatrics
- Adult care
- Virtual visits
I am a board-certified physician, specializing in family practice. My professional interests include orthopedics, pediatrics and adult care. I enjoy taking care of a broad variety of health issues in all age groups. I offer face-to-face virtual visits for a variety of health services and conditions.
Best part of my work: Helping patients understand their medical issues and options for treatment.
Why I became a physician: I spent time as a teenager shadowing a pediatrician. I was fascinated by his ability to apply his knowledge and make a significant and positive impact on his patients and their families.
What I tell my friends and family: Be a lifetime learner.
Personal interests: I enjoy golf and listening to music.
What patients say about me: I am frequently told that I am very thorough and that I listen carefully.
Favorite health tip: Take care of your body and brain by exercising regularly and by learning new things.
Additional info: Recipient of the Donald Asp Award for Outstanding Clinical Skills, Leadership and Compassion, 2001.
Credentials
- MD
Board-certified specialties
- Family medicine
Personal interests
- Golf
- Music
Educational institutions
- University of Minnesota Medical School
Memberships
- American Academy of Family Physicians
Current licenses and certifications
- Board Certified in Family Medicine
Internships
- Saint Joseph's Hospital
Residencies
- Saint Joseph's Hospital
Years of experience
- 20
Hospital affiliations
- Mercy Hospital
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Major health plans we accept
- Allina Health | Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
- HealthPartners
- Medica
- PreferredOne*
- SelectCare/LaborCare
- UCare
- UnitedHealthcare
Other health plans we accept
- 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)
