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Mark Carlson, MD
Carlson Orthopedic Clinic
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1848 Daimler Rd Rockford, IL 61112
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Mark Carlson, MD

Mark Carlson, MD practices as an Orthopedic Surgeon in Rockford, IL.He graduated from Bowman Gray Sch Of Med Of Wake Forest Univ, Winston-Salem Nc 27157.
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Orthopedic Surgeon

Gender Male
Education Bowman Gray Sch Of Med Of Wake Forest Univ, Winston-Salem Nc 27157
Training Maimonides Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery
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1848 Daimler Rd, Rockford, IL 61112
Services Mark Carlson, MD provides orthopedic surgery in Rockford, IL. Orthopedic Surgeons often treat degenerative conditions in the bones and joints as well as serious injuries to the musculoskeletal system.

To learn more, or to make an appointment with Mark Carlson, MD in Rockford, IL, please call (815) 398-9100.
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(15 Reviews)
Service
4.5 star average for Service
Environment
5 star average for Environment
Expertise
5 star average for Expertise
Staff
5 star average for Staff
Recommended
5 star average for Recommended
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Recent Reviews
Terrible Doctor. Explained nothing. Has no feeling in his hands. Measured my hip half inch off and gave me drop foot, then dismissed me. I am now walking with a leg brace, permanently damaged my peroneal nerve.
by Joan xxx.xxx.98.159
November 14, 2022
Recently, unbeknownst to me, my 85 year old father visited Mark Carlson for an evaluation of his left knee which has been severely affected by osteoarthritis. My Dad is in no pain.
X-rays were taken which showed degeneration of cartilage and some bone on bone. Mark Carlson recommended knee replacement surgery, which was probably theoretically, a fair evaluation. Although my Dad is in good health for his age, it was a questionable recommendation for an 85 year old man to have major surgery, especially given the pain involved with the surgery, recovery, rehab, and the long list of potential complications.
To be fair, I was not present but from what I can gather, he told my Dad if he didn't have surgery, my Dad would end up in a wheelchair. (my active Dad's worst nightmare).
Mark Carlson was without question unethical when he painted an unrealistic picture to my Dad, misleading my Dad into thinking that it was a simple surgery and that pain and recovery would go smoothly and quickly. "Nothing to worry about". He gave my Dad a false narrative (compared to the standard expectations and recovery time) as to what he should expect as per the pain factor, recovery and rehab timetable, and results. Apparently he did NOT discuss the RISKS involved.
Secondly, Mark Carlson flat out lied to my Dad. My Dad specifically asked him if there were any other options involving knee injections. Carlson told him no. There are numerous knee injection treatments available including stem cell, PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) and others.
I searched for reviews on Carlson using different sources. He always ranked below the average of other surgeons. Fortunately, my Dad eventually cancelled the scheduled surgery and is pursuing a knee injection.
In addition, I talked to two close friends who had first hand experience with Carlson. One friend told me a horror story regarding her client for whom she was a caregiver. Taking the client to her Carlson appointments, my friend assessed him as a real jerk who had no compassion. Her client developed terrible MRSA infection following the surgery he performed. Carlson then REFUSED to see the patient for follow up visits regarding the very painful and serious infection. Completely UNACCEPTABLE!
The other friend did not like him at all and went elsewhere. Both stated that they would NEVER let Carlson go near them.
It seems quite apparent that Carlson is an unethical hack who is motivated by making money and does NOT have the patient's best interest in mind. Unfortunately, he is not alone when it comes to unscrupulous doctors and surgeons. I may report Carlson to the Illinois Medical Board. Stay away from this guy and spread the word!
by Truth Warrior xxx.xxx.205.171
June 11, 2020
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Was this doctor's staff friendly?
Yes, they went above and beyond
Were the waiting room chairs comfortable at this doctor's office?
Extremely comfortable; I could have fallen asleep
Did this doctor answer all of your questions?
Every question I had was answered thoroughly
Did you leave the office feeling satisfied with your visit?
Completely!
Was it easy to make an appointment with this provider?
Yes
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.223.102
June 27, 2014
Was this doctor's staff friendly?
Yes
Does this doctor use current and safe equipment?
Yes
Would you recommend this doctor to others?
Yes
Was this doctor friendly?
Yes
Does this provider maintain a professional appearance?
Yes
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.40.37
June 22, 2014
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