Kenneth Robert Carson, MD, PhD

Kenneth Robert Carson, MD, PhD

4.9 
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Education

Medical Education:
MD, University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine - 2000
Professional Education:
PhD, University of Illinois at Chicago Graduate College - 2014
Residency:
Duke University Hospital - 2003
Fellowships:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 2008

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Hematology (Certified)
  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (Certified)
  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:
Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:
Northwestern Medicine Physician Network

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9
4.9 

220 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

56 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

56 Reviews

April 25, 2025

5.0

Dr. Carson is wonderful!! Professional Great communications Thorough Encouraging Must I go on?

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April 22, 2025

5.0

Expert in his field

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April 18, 2025

5.0

Very professional

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April 18, 2025

5.0

He is very intelligent and interested in involving the patient with their care. He is honest and straightforward.

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April 14, 2025

5.0

Dr Carson is a reassuring doctor who is calm, caring, and is able to put your concerns in perspective. That is most appreciated.

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April 11, 2025

5.0

Professional, patient, compassionate.

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April 10, 2025

5.0

professional and compassionate

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March 26, 2025

5.0

Because the Care I have received from Dr. Carson and his team is second to none!

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March 25, 2025

5.0

Just a wonderful doctor, explains well and listens to my concerns

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March 13, 2025

5.0

Very thoughtful and clear communicator; effective treatment regimen

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March 12, 2025

5.0

He is so knowledgeable and spends so much time with you and allows you to have a good understanding

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March 10, 2025

5.0

Dr Kenneth Carson is fantastic. I am grateful he is my doctor

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March 08, 2025

5.0

Smart and helpful

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February 28, 2025

5.0

I'm sorry, but he's the smartest doctor I know and courteous

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February 26, 2025

5.0

Dr Carson takes all the time you need. Answers all questions. He is very considerate and kind and compassionate.

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February 26, 2025

5.0

Wonderful doctor answered all my questions has a very well bedside manner

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February 21, 2025

5.0

He is Thoroughly a professional he know exactly how to take care of the cancer I had his team was incredible I would recommend them to anyone anytime

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February 16, 2025

5.0

It was a pleasure of mine to meet and consult with Dr. Carson. He is very insightful and knowledgeable and I felt we had a great dialogue about our visit.

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February 10, 2025

5.0

All about the facts and on top of my care. Astounding team w Tammie and Nicole.

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February 07, 2025

5.0

Expertise, caring communication and strong belief in the power of treatment

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February 05, 2025

5.0

Very nice and professional

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February 05, 2025

5.0

Clearly explained my condition. Is not overly aggressive with scans.

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February 02, 2025

5.0

skill of Dr Kenneth Carson's communication style to create rapport, trust, empathy and concern, and for me to feel I was just where I should be for my situation; that are values were well matched, that I did not need to be concerned, and could comfortably place my care within his guidance

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January 30, 2025

5.0

Extremely knowledgeable

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January 30, 2025

5.0

I have said it all.

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January 24, 2025

5.0

He is the best

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January 22, 2025

5.0

Very informative and easy to talk to

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January 22, 2025

5.0

Dr. Carson explained everything to me and has great confidence and knowledge in what he is doing! This made me feel at ease so we could concentrate on my recovery.

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January 20, 2025

5.0

Kind, knowledgeable and detailed!

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January 18, 2025

5.0

He is caring, takes time to explain and is a good common man.

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January 17, 2025

5.0

I find Dr Carson and PA Nicole Bubes to respond to all my questions and provide excellent medical care

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January 13, 2025

5.0

Knowledge and care

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December 20, 2024

5.0

Very knowledgeable and outstanding 8n his field

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December 19, 2024

5.0

Warm, smart, approachable

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December 14, 2024

5.0

He hasn't given me any reason to rate him lower.

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December 04, 2024

5.0

Genius but approachable.

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December 04, 2024

5.0

Very pleased with Dr. Carson he shows excellent bedside manner very attentive and empathetic.

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November 29, 2024

5.0

He is very knowledgeable and takes his time to listen which is crucial for me.

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November 20, 2024

5.0

Caring and calming

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November 13, 2024

5.0

He and his staff make me feel comfortable and they explain everything so I can understand what's going on with my condition

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November 07, 2024

5.0

Dr. Carson is committed to his treatment protocol for lymphoma. He and hid team executes the treatment plan with care for the patient and family

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November 05, 2024

5.0

A very nice and knowledgeable doctor. I am glad I got in contact with him and his team.

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November 01, 2024

5.0

Very professional

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November 01, 2024

5.0

He told me everything I needed to know and explained in detail the next steps for care

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October 28, 2024

5.0

Helpful

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October 23, 2024

5.0

Dr. Carson is absolutely wonderful. He takes his time to explain everything to you in layman terms. I am so happy he's my oncologist.

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October 16, 2024

5.0

Honest, open and knowledgeable!

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October 12, 2024

5.0

A true scientist. Thoughtful, informative, reassuring.

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October 03, 2024

5.0

Thorough. Explains things clearly. Responds seriously to questions.

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October 02, 2024

5.0

The Doctor was fine

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October 02, 2024

5.0

Dr. Carson is very patient and kind. He takes the time to answer any questions and never seems rushed, even though there is a waiting room full of patients. I am in the beginning stages of cancer diagnosis, but I feel confident in Dr. Carson's experience and care.

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September 30, 2024

5.0

Personable, knowledgeable, compassionate

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September 18, 2024

5.0

Wow. Very impressive specialist.

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September 12, 2024

5.0

Caring, deliberate and well informed

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September 06, 2024

5.0

Very professional

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September 01, 2024

5.0

He really cares about his patients. He doesn't rush you. He responded to all my questions thoroughly. Highly recommend him.

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Disclosures

Industry Relationships

Ownership or Investment Interest

Faculty member and/or their immediate family have an ownership or investment interest in the following companies

  • Tempus Labs
  • Vaalia Health, Inc.

Consulting

Faculty member and/or their immediate family have engaged in activities such as speaking, advising, consulting, or providing educational programs for the following companies or other entities

  • Tempus Labs

Faculty member received compensation for medical record consultation and/or expert witness testimony.

Board of Directors

Faculty member and/or their immediate family served in a fiduciary capacity, such as a board member/director, officer, or trustee, for the following companies or other entities

  • Tempus Labs

External Professional Relationships

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