Dr. Chad Thomas Carlson

Dr. Carlson is very attentive and patient. He considers each patient as a whole person, remembering who they are and what is important to them. We trust his judgement and appreciate everything he has done for us.

I like that Dr. Carlson is "present" when he is with me and takes time to review and explain

Great experience w/ Dr. Carlson - willing to clearly explain the issue and provide options on the next steps to take.

After having issues sleeping for a long time, I went to see Dr. Carlson. He was able to rule out various issues and put me on a plan to see if things would improve. He also sent me home with home exercises first, to see if that would remedy the issue, before going down the more expensive PT route. I appreciated this approach to looking for the simple solutions first.

Everything went well. Daughters ankle already improved on strength

Been going here for awhile and keep coming back, not only for access to Dr. Carlson, but his team - Gaby, Derek (PT) and front desk! They make me feel welcome, are easy to communicate and schedule with.

This was a positive experience from the time we arrived!

Outstanding client relationship. Professional staff that cares and willing to get things done for you regarding paperwork. They explain treatments and examines, what they are doing as they are doing it and why. I was sent by the VA and this is hands down the best experience I've had with medical care regarding my injuries. This place is too good to be true, except that it is.

i feel that every thing that has been done is very helpful. Everyone listens, answers my questions, and addresses issues.

Really seemed interested in finding the problem and solving it

Very happy and pleased!

Dr. Carlson takes the time to explain the process and my options. I appreciate the time he takes to make sure I understand the diagnosis and my treatment options. I've recommended many friends and family and they all report the same great treatment from Dr Carlson and the staff at Stadia.

Multiple members of my family have used Stadia and Dr. Carlson. My youngest daughter spend 2 years with foot pain before coming here where Dr. Carlson found a neuroma that needed to be removed. Other doctors seem to want to take the easy path. Dr. Carlson takes the time to actually find the root problem and get it fixed.

Excellent experience, he's friendly, detailed a nice guy!

Dr. Carlson and his staff are always very professional! They take the time to listen. The care is above and beyond! They are like family and they treat you as member of it.

Every touch was thoughtful and helpful. Extraordinary attention. Thank you.

Dr. Chad Carlson was very knowledgeble and understanding of symptoms/conditions of discomfort/painful body parts

I can always count on Dr. Carlson to do a complete examination and listen to my concerns. I have gone to Dr. Carlson and Stadia Clinic for years with knee issues. His diagnosis and treatment programs have kept me surgery free for years. The thoroughness, empathy and expertise at Stadia Clinic is top in Des Moines!

l felt my care and their communication with me was very good. My questions always answered and I didn't feel hurried. The big test is if I'm improving and I am!

In the the past 10 years of seeing Dr.Carlson for various medical concerns, i have always felt his medical knowledge to be extremely high and the treatments to be beneficial. he has always shown concern and willingness to take the needed time with me to show the support needed. I would refer anyone to see Dr. Carlson as he is an excellent doctor.

I can't recommend this practice enough. I had been battling chronic neck pain that set in after too much distance running with a jogging stroller. After a year of pain and seeking chiropractic care I felt so much relief after meeting with Dr. Carlson and his athletic trainer, Gabrielle. They were thorough in their exam, reviewed x-rays that I brought with me, and created a home exercise plan for me to begin. After 2 weeks of the stretches and exercises I was completely pain free and have bee

Dr. Carlson gave exceptional care for my long term back pains. I finally can do all the physical things I enjoy. Thank you. :)

Excellent doctor and staff

Really useless did nothing to diagnose or treat my condition. And was not helpful at all with referrals or follow up. Arrogant and dismissive go see someone else.

Was referred to Dr Carlson for hip/back pain that had been going on for months. Very informative and caring. Treatment provided immediate relief and life is back to normal. Thank you Dr. Carlson and staff for taking such good care of me.

Thankful is an understatement for the treatment I received at Stadia Sports and with Dr. Carlson specifically. In September of 2013, I went in for shoulder pain and mentioned some difficultly I had breathing while running. Dr. Carlson was persistent in his questions regarding what was going on and thought it would be a good idea to work with my primary care physician to set up a stress test. Thanks to Dr. Carlson, in October of 2013 I underwent successful open heart surgery for a blocked LAD. Without his persistence in treating my whole body, not just my shoulder I might have had a much different outcome! I’m happy to say I’m back to running again! Thanks so much Stadia Sports! Thankful is an understatement for the treatment I received at Stadia Sports and with Dr. Carlson specifically. In September of 2013, I went in for shoulder pain and mentioned some difficultly I had breathing while running. Dr. Carlson was … More

Dr. Carlson has done so much for our daughter. He has gone above and beyond to get her back to her sport! We will never be able to thank him enough for all he has done. The emails, follow-up, etc. She wouldn't be where she is now if it wasn't for Dr. Carlson and Stadia. We're looking forward to the "next level" and what lies ahead. Thank you!! Dr. Carlson has done so much for our daughter. He has gone above and beyond to get her back to her sport! We will never be able to thank him enough for all he has done. The emails, follow-up, etc. She wouldn't be where she is now if it … More

We took our daughter to Dr. Carlson for various knee and leg problems. We like Dr. Carlson because 1) he's kind, 2) he's smart and 3) he's thorough. He accurately diagnosed our daughter's problems and got her moving better quickly. When I had a knee problem, he took care of my problem too. The thing we love most is that Dr. Carlson has physical therapists right in his office so he can monitor your progress, rather than sending you to a physical therapy office. We took our daughter to Dr. Carlson for various knee and leg problems. We like Dr. Carlson because 1) he's kind, 2) he's smart and 3) he's thorough. He accurately diagnosed our daughter's problems and got her moving better quickly. When … More