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James E Carlson, DO

James E Carlson, DO

Family Medicine
Franciscan Physician Network
Languages Spoken
English

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Franciscan Physician Network Cedar Lake Health Center

6831 West 133rd Avenue
Cedar Lake, IN 46303

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Monday
8:00am - 7:00pm
Tuesday
8:00am - 7:00pm
Wednesday
8:00am - 7:00pm
Thursday
8:00am - 6:00pm
Friday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Franciscan Physician Network Cedar Lake Health Center

Franciscan Health Crown Point

12750 Saint Francis Drive
Crown Point, IN 46307

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Sunday
Open 24 hours
Monday
Open 24 hours
Tuesday
Open 24 hours
Wednesday
Open 24 hours
Thursday
Open 24 hours
Friday
Open 24 hours
Saturday
Open 24 hours
Franciscan Health Crown Point

About Me

Education

Medical School:
New York College of Osteopathic Medicine

Internship:
Coney Island Hospital GME

Residency:
Delaware Valley Hospital

Undergraduate:
Cornell University

Board Certifications

American Osteopathic Board of Family Medicine and OMT

Insurances Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Anthem HIP
  • Anthem Medicaid
  • BCBS IL
  • CareSource
  • Cigna Health Plans
  • Cofinity
  • Community Health Alliance
  • Corvel
  • Department of Labor
  • Devoted Health
  • Franciscan PHO Northern Indiana, LLC.
  • Healthcare Finest Network
  • Humana
  • Humana Medicaid
  • Lutheran Preferred
  • Managed Health Services
  • Managed Health Services MarketPlace
  • Medicaid IN
  • Medicare IN
  • Medicare Rail Road
  • MultiPlan/PHCS
  • Preferred Network Access
  • Sagamore
  • SIHO
  • Tricare/Humana Military
  • United Health Care
  • United Health Care Medicaid
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Provider Ratings

5 out of 5

(246 ratings)

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

145 Reviews

11/27/2025

Was able to communicate well with Dr.

11/25/2025

He teaches healthy life choices.

11/24/2025

Dr. James Carlson is always phenomenal

11/24/2025

Dr. Carlson listens and answers questions.

11/24/2025

Always listens carefully and is extremely knowledgeable on all levels of health & wellness. An Outstanding Physician.

11/20/2025

Good facility over all!!

11/11/2025

Dr. Carlson listens to my issues and addresses the problems.

11/11/2025

Straight shooter and is a person who cares for people.

11/10/2025

The Doctor takes his time to listen to you and doesn't hurry up to get you out.

11/10/2025

Great Doctor

11/08/2025

He listens. Many doctors that I have encountered simply do not listen.

11/04/2025

So friendly..makes you fellows important

11/04/2025

This guy just gets it, friendly, takes time and listens,

11/02/2025

Knowledgeable, friendly and no B.S.!

10/28/2025

Doc is very knowledgeable.

10/28/2025

Excellent Doctor

10/27/2025

Dr. Carlson was very friendly and knowledgeable

10/26/2025

Great MD! I never feel rushed with Doc Carlson. He makes you feel comfortable, like you are talking to a friend. He has what is called a “great bedside manner.”

10/25/2025

He is a good doctor, but too booked-up to see me when I am sick.

10/23/2025

He listens to you, he cares what you have to say, he’s genuine and he gives great feedback. He’s very knowledgeable and I’m glad I came to him and he’s now my primary care physician

10/23/2025

Very knowledgeable and he listens to his Pt.’s.

10/20/2025

Very good understanding doctor , he has patience and he does not make you feel like he's pushing you through.He spends the time with you to make sure you understand everything.

10/15/2025

Excellent

10/14/2025

Dr Carlson was great. A doctor that was honest in telling me what I need to do to cure my inflammation!

10/13/2025

He listens to all of our questions.

10/10/2025

Great bedside manner and very knowledgable. He listens and very easy to talk to as well as personable.

10/10/2025

Good doctor

10/07/2025

GOOD GUY

10/07/2025

He listens!!!

10/06/2025

He never rushes like I am not important...answers all my questions and is so pleasant every time..

09/30/2025

Great guy and we are on the same plane.

09/27/2025

Dr. Carlson’s demeanor put me at ease.

09/25/2025

Excellent Physician! Very thorough and I learn something from every visit.

09/23/2025

Because of Dr. Carlson

09/16/2025

Awesome answers all our questions

09/15/2025

Dr. Carlson puts you at ease and listens to your concerns. Highly recommend him.

09/13/2025

he cares and listens to his patients

09/11/2025

Easy to talk to. Committed to his work

09/07/2025

He Talks through suggested treatments and medications, to see what would work best for me.

09/01/2025

Because he listens to you, treats you like a human being, also he’s just down to earth guy, couldn’t ask for a better person

09/01/2025

He listens and attentive.

08/27/2025

He listens and he cares and knows everything

08/25/2025

We need more doctors and office workers like Dr. Carlson and his staff.

08/25/2025

Down to Earth and real.

08/25/2025

I have been seeing Dr Carlson for 17 years and can't imagine seeing anyone else.He knows me and understands all my medical concerns and explains everything in detail with patience.

08/21/2025

Personality fits us well.

08/15/2025

He is a great Dr!!

08/15/2025

Great knowledgeable doctor. Quality care

08/14/2025

Dr. Carlson is very professional but has a great bedside manner. Very knowledgeable too.

08/13/2025

Explains everything with you and you can tell he truly listens and cares for his patients

08/09/2025

Dr. Carlson listens to you and works with you to solve your medical problems and questions.

08/08/2025

Very professional, knowledgeable doctor. Listens to you and answers your questions and helps you understand.

08/05/2025

Very personable

08/04/2025

He listens and is helpful

08/03/2025

Very personable and he listens to his Pt.s

08/01/2025

Dr. Carlson, it’s very kind. He listens to everything you have to say he does not rush you out like some doctors do. I have been to doctors that hurt my feelings, Dr. Carlson is not one of those doctors. He doesn’t take his eyes off of you doesn’t turn his back to you, this is something I look for in a doctor. I was treated with respect, I would highly recommend Dr. Carlson to my family and my friends. I’ve never been to a doctor that was caring. I’m sure they’re out there, but I haven’t run across one yet. He actually listens to you. Another thing I think is rare in some doctors.

07/30/2025

Great personality, listens and takes my mind to ease.

07/26/2025

Smart, sense of humor and personable. Easy to talk to.

07/22/2025

Takes his time, is knowledgeable, and listens.

07/19/2025

Dr. Carlson is the best! Always caring, down to earth, and honest.

07/15/2025

On time, takes time with his patients, informative.

07/10/2025

Intelligent doctor treated me very kind. Dr Carlson did not rush the visit. He took time to answer all my concerns to where I understood completely. He did not look at his watch. A very kind doctor. Dr Carlson is very likeable. I learned medical advice from Dr.Carlson. I left the office very happy and knowing my medical care is in great hands.

07/08/2025

He is very easy to talk to and responsive to all my questions. I didn’t feel rushed.

07/07/2025

He was very nice, friendly, caring

07/05/2025

Everyone is always so friendly, supportive, knowledgeable, caring, and calls when needed.

07/03/2025

Dr Carlson James is very nice I’m glad to see him and very grateful to have Dr Like him he is Beast Dr I have in my life ❤️

07/03/2025

Good.

07/02/2025

Good knowledgeable doctor, listens to what you have to say.

06/26/2025

Listens with genuine interest. Efficient response to patient needs.

06/24/2025

He is the best He is caring and takes his time with patients and he listens.

06/23/2025

Dr. Carlson is a great doctor. Extremely knowledgeable.

06/20/2025

He is very enthusiastic but more important, he is extremely thorough in his review of test results and listening to answers to his questions.

06/20/2025

He’s attentive and timely.

06/20/2025

Dr. Carlson is one of the most knowledgeable doctors I have ever met. He listens and explains so that anyone can understand. He truly cares about his patients. I feel privileged to be his patient.

06/17/2025

Excellent bed Side manner

06/17/2025

He listens, communicates, discusses very well.

06/16/2025

Best family doctor I have found and I've had some good ones over my 73 years.

06/14/2025

Doctor carlson is it great doctor

06/07/2025

Awesome bedside manner, listens, cares and makes me laugh.

06/03/2025

Dr. Carlson is an excellent provider.

06/02/2025

Very personal and responded very quickly with a new appointment. Also gave very clear directions to how to proceed regarding my issue.

05/29/2025

See above answer. I recommend Dr. Carlson often.

05/22/2025

How can you not like this guy, he listens and talks just like person who cares about you

05/22/2025

He is very personable and listen’s to his Pt.s.

05/12/2025

He explained things well and didn’t seem rushed.

05/08/2025

Knowledgeable, down to earth, friendly

05/07/2025

Very down to earth and people person. Takes the time to talk to his patience.Not pushing patients out the door.

05/05/2025

I can't say enough about Dr. Carlson. I'm very impressed with how he explained things and I absolutely love someone who tells it like it is and doesn't sugar coat it.

05/05/2025

Awesome bedside mannerism, great personality and listens. Prompt immediate care staff is very kind and awesome.. Overall elated I found him and under his care. I would recommend him to anyone needing his services.

04/30/2025

I liked him, I feel like he cares about me as a patient. He wasn't In a rush.

04/22/2025

Dr. Carlson is such a down to earth person and easy to talk to and never rushes you. Is always there to listen to your concerns

04/22/2025

Dr. Carlson always is willing to listen to my health concerns. Feel like Dr. Carson CARES about me in general.

04/22/2025

He are truly working with you and understanding your needs and health concerns

04/21/2025

Dr Carlson is the best doctor I have ever had. He listens intently when I speak and is very knowledgeable.

04/18/2025

hes good

04/16/2025

He’s a great doctor and very funny that he just puts you at ease

04/14/2025

He is very thorough in everything he does.

04/12/2025

He is a very good doctor, seems like every time I see him for other than an annual visit he knows the problem before confirmation of any test. Ex; lime disease, shingles. I also like his sense of humor and he is through and easy to talk to.

04/07/2025

Very helpful and friendly 😊

04/04/2025

He's the best!

04/02/2025

He very friendly and listens to what you have to say

03/31/2025

Doctor Carlson was very attentive and spent a significant amount of time getting to know me during my first visit.

03/27/2025

Very tentative, explanatory, and easy to talk to.

03/25/2025

Because he’s a doctor that listens and pays attention to what you are telling him, just down to earth guy

03/25/2025

Doctor who really cares. Listen to you. Answers all questions

03/24/2025

Honesty with patients

03/24/2025

Very down to earth doctor. Takes the time to talk to you on a one on one level

03/20/2025

We had a doctor years ago in Illinois when living out there that was also a DO. Those types of doctors are extremely knowledgeable and have a great understanding about everything.

03/19/2025

Very personal and efficient.

03/18/2025

Dr C listens

03/18/2025

He is very knowledgeable and is not rushed. Takes time for questions.

03/18/2025

Very professional.

03/17/2025

Great doc

03/11/2025

very friendly and down to earth

03/11/2025

He is a real doctor not a drug pusher.

03/11/2025

Ala good and helpful doctor. Takes care of my problems

03/10/2025

Explains everything where I can understand him

02/24/2025

Dr Carlson has the ability to communicate what the symptoms I feel are being created by, and ways to manage them with just going to medication, and talking to me about how my diet can help me to maintain my weight since I'm having issues with my appetite.

02/15/2025

He answered all my questions and explained his answers and my follow up. He is down to earth with his answers

02/03/2025

Good dr

02/03/2025

Very helpful in taking care of my health, with great results.

02/03/2025

Friendly, timely. Up front and honest

02/02/2025

Dr Carlson is very friendly and very easy to speak with

01/31/2025

Good doctor

01/30/2025

On time and good service

01/28/2025

Very knowledgeable and listens to what you have to say.

01/24/2025

Dr. James Carlson and his team are very professional, welcoming and caring. He always takes his time to listen to his patients and makes sure he provides the proper care, medication and medical advice. I would recommend him 100%.

01/20/2025

My husband now sees Dr. Carlson because I recommended it. I'm now trying to get my daughter and granddaughter to see him also

01/15/2025

He is very attentive and always helps with all my concerns.

01/14/2025

Doctor Carlson is friendly, informative and very personable.

01/14/2025

He takes time to listen & discuss my problems. He explains everything thoroughly.

01/10/2025

He’s amazing and compassionate.

01/10/2025

Listens to you, is interested in solving your issues. Know his business.

12/29/2024

Dr. Carlson listens to his pt.’s and ever rushes you out. Very personable and knowledgeable.

12/25/2024

Dr. Carlson listens to what you have to say in the show that he really cares and it’s a good feeling when you leave

12/18/2024

Very nice person

12/17/2024

Doc Carlson

12/16/2024

Great bedside manor. Friendly and Conservative.

12/16/2024

He listens and is a great Dr

12/16/2024

Dr Carlson takes the time to know his patients and listen to them. Dr does not blow patients off and send them to 10 other drs for the same ailment. His bedside manner is amazing and he truly cares for his patients and does not discriminate. That is why we are on the wait list for my son to see Dr Carlson.

12/16/2024

He is a caring, amazing doctor...He will take as much time with you as you need...Never in a rush to leave the room...I don't ever want any other family doctor...

12/13/2024

Kind and friendly hears what patient is saying

12/11/2024

He was pleasant, knowledgeable, funny, curious, and sought input and feedback from me. Wanted to be sure I had all of my questions answered. I enjoyed my time with him and felt confident in his expertise.

12/10/2024

EXCELLANT DR.

12/09/2024

Dr. Carlson takes time to answer completely questions and concerns
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