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Erik J. Carson, MD

Erik Carson, MD

Hematology and Oncology

Provider Ratings

4.9 out of 5 (153 ratings)

Speaks

Languages

English

Provider Groups

  • Trinity Health IHA Medical Group

  • Trinity Health Medical Providers

Primary Contact

(734) 712-1000
Provider Groups

  • Trinity Health IHA Medical Group

  • Trinity Health Medical Providers

Primary Contact
(734) 712-1000
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Services & Specialties

Areas of Specialization

  • Hematology and Oncology

Locations & Contact

Primary Location

Trinity Health IHA Medical Group, Hematology Oncology - Brighton

7575 Grand River Ave
Brighton , MI 48114

Trinity Health IHA Medical Group, Hematology Oncology - Brighton
(734) 712-1000 View Details

Trinity Health IHA Medical Group, Hematology Oncology - Ann Arbor Campus

5303 Elliott Dr
Ste 210
Ypsilanti , MI 48197

Trinity Health IHA Medical Group, Hematology Oncology - Ann Arbor Campus
(734) 712-1000 View Details

Trinity Health IHA Medical Group, Hematology Oncology - Chelsea

775 S Main St
Chelsea , MI 48118

Trinity Health IHA Medical Group, Hematology Oncology - Chelsea
(734) 712-1000 View Details

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About

Erik J. Carson, MD, JD, is board-certified in hematology and medical oncology. He has clinical interests in treating advanced cancers and also end-of-life care. Dr. Carson earned his Juris Doctorate from the University of Michigan Law School and currently serves as the chief medical informatics officer for Trinity Health IHA Medical Group.




Insurances Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Aetna (Medicare Advantage)
  • Aetna Better Health Medicaid
  • Aetna Better Health of Michigan
  • Aetna Commercial ALL PLANS
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage ALL PLANS
  • BCBS Michigan (Medicare Advantage)
  • BCBS of Michigan Federal / Traditional
  • BCBS of Michigan Medicare Advantage PPO
  • BCBS of Michigan PPO Commercial
  • BCN Medicare Advantage
  • BCN of Michigan HMO
  • BCN of Michigan M Premier Care HMO
  • Blue Care Network of Michigan
  • Blue Cross Complete of Michigan
  • Blue Cross Complete of Michigan - Medicaid
  • BlueCross Blue Shield Michigan
  • Cofinity
  • Cofinity (Network)
  • Community Care
  • Community Care Associates
  • HAP Alliance Health & Life Commercial
  • HAP Alliance Health & Life Medicare Advantage
  • HAP Empowered (Medicaid)
  • Health Alliance Plan of Michigan
  • Humana Medicare Advantage
  • Humana Medicare Advantage ALL PLANS
  • McLaren Commercial ALL PLANS
  • McLaren Health Plan
  • McLaren Medicaid
  • McLaren Medicare Advantage ALL PLANS
  • Medicaid - Michigan
  • Medicaid Michigan
  • Medicare (Traditional)
  • Medicare Michigan
  • Meridian Commercial ALL PLANS
  • Meridian Health Plan
  • Meridian Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare of Michigan
  • Molina Medicaid
  • Multiplan Network
  • Multiplan PHCS (Network)
  • Physicians Health Plan (PHP)
  • Physicians Health Plan (PHP) Medicare Advantage
  • Physicians Health Plan (PHP) Michigan Cares Network
  • Priority Health
  • Priority Health / Cigna Commercial
  • Priority Health / Cigna Medicare Advantage
  • Priority Health Medicaid
  • Priority Health Medicare
  • Railroad Medicare
  • Railroad Medicare Michigan
  • Tricare (Humana Military) Non-Prime Plans
  • TRICARE (Humana Military) Prime
  • Tricare Humana Military
  • Tricare Prime Remote
  • Trinity Health
  • United Healthcare Commercial ALL PLANS
  • United Healthcare Community Plan (Medicaid)
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan Michigan
  • University of Michigan Health Plan
  • Veterans Affairs Community Care Network
  • Veterans Choice Program
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Conditions Treated

  • Hematology
  • Medical Oncology
  • oncology

Education & Certifications

Education

Medical School:
Harvard Medical School

Residency:
University of Michigan

Fellowship:
University of Michigan Hospitals

Internship:
Stanford University Hospitals & Clinics GME

Board Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine/Medical Oncology

American Board of Internal Medicine/Hematology

Provider Groups

Trinity Health IHA Medical Group

Trinity Health Medical Providers

Provider Ratings

The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy. Learn More >

4.9 out of 5

(153 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.

101 Reviews

09/11/2024

I never felt rushed and he explained everything

09/11/2024

I鈥檓 very confident and grateful for hie opinions in my care

08/09/2024

Very friendly and explained everything very clearly

08/07/2024

Exceptional in the way he took time to explain the issues/options. I truly appreciate the time given. Provided more clarity than any previous appointment I have had concerning breast health.

07/31/2024

Extremely passionate about his patients!

07/25/2024

Caring person

06/05/2024

Dr. Carson is the best!

06/05/2024

I was very pleased with all aspects of my recent visit. I would recommend to anyone.

05/29/2024

Explains well and listens and answers my questions

04/30/2024

Love Dr Carson Very informative

04/24/2024

Great

04/24/2024

Long wait arrived 1030 for 11 appt time take to room 1115 20 min wait for dr

02/28/2024

Dr. Carson took his time listening and answering my questions.

02/07/2024

I appreciate Dr. Carson's consideration of my quality of life concerns when treatment options are being assessed

01/17/2024

A cancer follow up can be unnerving. Dr. Carson is as reassuring as the situation allows and is patient when answering questions and concerns.

12/27/2023

Dr. was very nice and explained everything. He was very professional

12/27/2023

The nurse and the provider were excellent and I felt they really cared about the outcome and tx options for such a sad time. Very very caring team!!!

12/20/2023

Dr. Carson is very thorough; he goes over encounters with other providers, as well as my medications.

12/06/2023

Always happy to visit the oncology clinic at Chelsea. The lady checking me in & out was also very pleasant.

12/06/2023

Everything was great. We're fortunate to have access to such great care in our community.

12/06/2023

Even though I live in Ypsilanti, it is worth it to drive to Chelsea to see Dr. Carson. He's that much of a fine human being and a responsible scientist.

11/29/2023

He was warm and at ease and made me feel at ease

11/14/2023

Nice clinic, good people, very professional.

11/02/2023

Doctor was amazing!! Other staff....they were okay

09/22/2023

He is kind, informative, encouraging, polite. He takes the time and is able to answer all my questions..

09/14/2023

I would not hesitate to recommend this practice to my friends.

09/14/2023

The doctor treated me very well and explained and answered all of my questions

09/11/2023

I know that I'm in great hands

08/24/2023

Dr. Carson is exceptional doctor. He very attentive and makes sure all your questions are answered.

08/24/2023

Dr Carson is very kind

07/27/2023

Excellent

07/14/2023

Very professional and compassionate with patients.

07/06/2023

Dr Carsen is fantastic. He explains things very well, answers my questions and really listens to my concerns about my treatment plan.

07/06/2023

Dr. Carson was very personable and caring.

07/06/2023

Excellent

06/23/2023

I felt he cared about me as a person.

06/23/2023

I highly recommend Dr. Erik Carson as a medical oncologist.

06/21/2023

Great staff

05/18/2023

I had to wait in the exam room 30 min. beyond my appointment time. It would have been helpful if someone had stepped in to say doctor was running late, doctor was called away, or we forgot about you. Not knowing what to think nor how long I might be there was disconcerting.

05/11/2023

Very satisfied with ongoing care from Dr. Carson.

05/04/2023

Dr. Carson explained my health issues very clearly. The receptionist was very helpful with an appointment change I needed to make.

05/04/2023

Trust them completely

04/06/2023

Good

03/22/2023

He answered all my questions and concerns, and also answer me questions, and I got to answer he was very knowledgeable and I liked him as a doctor

03/21/2023

I hope he continues to see patients at Chelsea Hospital which had provided me with excellent care from the beginning of my treatment for cancer.

03/16/2023

Very good at explaining everything to me so that I could understand everything.

02/16/2023

Dr Carsen is a great person, he listens and answers all w

02/03/2023

Couldn't have asked for a better provider than Dr Carson.

01/06/2023

A very positive experience.

12/31/2022

Very comfortable atmosphere and staff.

12/13/2022

Very good just waiting on results

12/08/2022

We have great trust in the doctor, he is very knowledgeable

11/17/2022

Thank you Dr Carson

11/03/2022

Exceptional

10/27/2022

He's always great.

09/29/2022

Everyone seems so concerned and friendly

08/30/2022

Dr Carson is an amazing doctor! I would highly recommend him. He is so thorough and compassionate! I

08/23/2022

Outstanding

08/04/2022

Excellent meeting.

07/27/2022

Dr. Carson is great. The media thing is so-so.

07/22/2022

Knowledgeable, willing to work collaboratively with other physicians,

07/21/2022

Always a pleasant visit.

07/19/2022

He is great and spent a lot of time with me and explained everything so we could understand

07/09/2022

Very good.

06/16/2022

He as very thorough with going through my health history & trying to figure out my problem with my hemoglobin. He was also a pleasant man & explained things well.

06/03/2022

Excellent! *Dr. Carson listened to my concerns and answered all questions.

05/28/2022

Very informative.

05/05/2022

Very good.

04/29/2022

This was my first visit with Dr. Carson as a referred patient. I thought he was well informed about my history and asked clarifying questions. He clearly answered questions and explained next steps.

04/26/2022

*Dr. Carson has been my oncologist since autumn of 2019 when stomach cancer was diagnosed. He provided months of chemotherapy before my surgery, and has followed my case with CT scans and blood analysis ever since. He has been thorough in his approach, has listened to my concerns, and has provided information and explanation at every step of this ongoing process. I would definitely recommended him to others.

04/22/2022

Great!

04/11/2022

Provider is very caring & concerned; very well informed.

02/24/2022

Good experience.

01/24/2022

I felt reassured that my wants & concerns would always be considered in decisions about my care.

01/16/2022

He was very informative, knowledgeable and professional.

01/16/2022

Dr. Carson showed concern for my issues.

12/25/2021

Excellent.

12/24/2021

I have the highest respect for Dr. Carson. His care and knowledge are the absolute best. I am lucky to have him on my care team.

12/14/2021

Dr. Carson was fantastic, caring, encouraging, personable, and exceptionally sharp and knowledgeable!

11/04/2021

He's great. So happy to have him as my doctor. I do wish he had appt. times in Ann Arbor!

10/28/2021

It was a good experience during this visit. I am HOA and they allowed my husband to be with me. We both wore mask's. It's a little harder hearing people talk with them, even with hearing aids.

10/22/2021

Love my whole cancer team.

10/15/2021

Excellent.

10/01/2021

Excellent.

10/01/2021

Very good.

10/01/2021

Dr Carson has helped me greatly.

09/20/2021

Dr. Carson's knowledge and his ability to communicate that knowledge to his patients is impressive. I would not hesitate to recommend him to others in need.

09/03/2021

Always asks if have questions. Very nice.

09/01/2021

The care I receive from Dr. Carson is always excellent. In addition, the setting at Chelsea is so pleasant; the scale of everything there seem so human that is a pleasure.

08/30/2021

Love Dr. Carson - he is very easy to deal with. Totally understands me.

08/23/2021

Very good.

08/16/2021

I was treated with concern for my questions, some issues I was having. The dr. responded with very helpful responses and suggestions.

08/13/2021

Wonderful dr. caring, competent. Takes time to answer any question.

08/11/2021

Dr. Carson is fantastic. He listens so well, answers all my questions, helps me consider all my options and partners with me in my healthcare.

08/04/2021

Dr. Carson is exceptional! Listens carefully, cares, etc.!

08/03/2021

Efficient, thorough, friendly, very good visit.

08/02/2021

Visit was excellent [ . . . ]

07/06/2021

Excellent provider.

07/01/2021

Always satisfactory.

07/01/2021

Excellent.

06/24/2021

Great!
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