Dr. Carlson grew up in Buffalo, NY, and attended Colorado College. She graduated from the University of Colorado Medical School in 1985, and completed her residency and chief residency in Pediatrics at the University of Colorado as well. She worked as a general pediatrician at the Children’s Hospital for five years before moving into private practice. She joined Southeast Denver Pediatrics in 1999. She has been recognized as a Top Doc by both Denver's 5280 Magazine and US News and World Report.
Dr. Carlson is trained in traditional western medicine, but she also believes in the use of complimentary therapies. She refers to acupuncture practitioners, homeopathy practitioners, nutrition consultants, and encourages yoga and meditation practices for many of her patients as well.
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