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Dr. Jeffrey Carls, MD

Dr. Jeffrey Carls, MD

Family Medicine*

Dr. Jeffrey Carls, MD is a family medicine physician in Lake Havasu City, AZ. He is affiliated with medical facilities Havasu Regional Medical Center and La Paz Regional Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4 Star Rating
Based on 46 reviews 4 Star Rating (46 reviews)

Practice

1720 Mesquite Ave Ste 202 Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403
Telehealth available
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  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
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Dr. Carls' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Carls

4.0
46 ratings, 36 with a written review
5 star
72%
72%
4 star
4%
4%
3 star
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2 star
4%
4%
1 star
20%
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Long term patient
He has been my primary care Doctor since 2006. Very knowledgeable with his diagnosis and treatment plans.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Gregg – Mar 09, 2025
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Good experience
My wife and I saw Dr. Carls as new patients recently. He was very professional knowledgeable and friendly!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Graham Taylor Letch – Oct 11, 2024
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Annual Wellness Review
Dr. Carls was thorough and went through every line of my bloodwork. Given my health situation improved dramatically since January this year, the blood work as well as blood pressure and heart rate showed this.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Matthew – Sep 03, 2024
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Always ready and on time
Both testers were on site and on time. The appts were made 6 months ago.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 03, 2024
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Takes the time to explain if you need him too. Always smiling, happiest doctor that I have ever had.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 25, 2024
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Thank you.
I had some questions about prostate health. Dr. Carls answered my questions and examined my prostate. I was very satisfied with his answers. He has been my primary physician for years and I consider him to be an excellent doctor
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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William – Mar 19, 2024
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Knee pain problems
20 yrs ago when I retired and moved from CA I was so worried about finding a new Dr. After first visit to Family Medical and meeting Dr Carls and Staff all my anxiety was gone.He has always been aware of things I don’t even mention by my conversations. Saved my life twice over comments I made as I was leaving! EColi sepsis, Triple bypass! Amazing intuition and knowledge!Staff has always been spot on appointments never an issue. Thanks to all in Practice!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mavis Quier – Mar 19, 2024
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No Nonsense Healthcare
Dr. Carls has been our primary physician for over 25 years. He's direct, professional, thorough has a sense of humor and expects that his patients want to get healthy and will follow his recommendations. The wife and I have annual physicals with Dr. Carls and over the years he identified several major health concerns, treated or recommended behavior changes, and referred us to specialists that treated the concern. A few of these concerns were life threatening and his medical guidance has kept us alive. I have complete confidence in Dr. Carls' medical expertise and I try to follow all of his recommendations and instructions. I believe that my personal health is better today because of his involvement as our primary physician.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Paul Smith – Mar 17, 2024
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Great experience
“Dr. Carl's is a wonderful doctor. He took the time to listen and understand. He was most helpful with all my questions. I plan to see him again this fall when we come back for the winter. Thank you”
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Laura – Mar 10, 2024
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6 stars!
The staff is wonderful. I went in to see the doctor right on time. Dr. Carls is very thorough, and explains everything so I can understand it. I would give Dr. Carls and staff 6 stars if I could.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Tom Baldanza – Feb 28, 2024
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Proactive
Recognized symptoms. Issued prescription. Referral to specialist. Specialist referred same prescription and testing. Was ahead of the game!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 03, 2024
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Doc for 20 years
Doctor Carls is a very good GP that has addressed my many health issues over the years. He is encouraging, upbeat and will take the time to listen, which is of utmost importance to me.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Jodie L. Mitchell – Dec 11, 2023
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Great Doctor.
I was looking for a doctor and Dr. Jeff Carls accepted me right away. I moved from San Diego, California to Lake Havasu City, AZ on April, 2023.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Odalia Linchin – Oct 26, 2023
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Best doctor I have ever had
Any time I have had a medical concern, Dr. Carls office gets me in right away. Hes got my medications all dialed in perfectly and I finally have my diabetes under control. Thank you Dr. Carls and staff for being so caring
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Oct 24, 2023
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I am so appreciative of Dr. Carls
I had horrible abdominal pain and had to go to the er. I was there for 10 hours and left with no answers. I then followed up with Dr Carls. I called the office and explained my condition. They got me in that day. After Dr Carls reviewed my er tests, he immediately knew what my issue was. He did in 15 minutes what the hospital could not do in 10 hours. The staff is great, and Dr Carls is wonderful.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Tom Baldanza – Oct 12, 2023
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New patient to Dr Carls
I just moved to town and started seeing Dr Carls. The office was able to get me in quickly. Dr Carls listened to all my concerns and discussed options with me. Great experience
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 14, 2023
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Excellent care
Listens to what you have to say. Spends time with you and gives great advice
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Aug 15, 2023
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Appointments always on time. I never wait long.
I really appreciate the efficiency of this team. My waits are short and that shows the Doctor respects my time. Friendly and courteous staff. Great experience.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 08, 2023
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Excellent Care, great staff!
From my first visit, the office ran smoothly. Excellent wait times. I knew it was possible, but coming from California I was jaded. Seriously, you shouldn't have to wait hours to be seen by your doctor. I'm never switching!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Roni Heckman – Aug 04, 2023
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Honest, to the point consultation.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Arthur Barker – Jun 25, 2023
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care philosophy

We treat every patient with courtesy, respect and will do our very best for you.  I've put together the best team I can to address your every concern from initial intake through follow up's, transition of care and end of life choices. ...read more

biography

Jeff Carls earned his medical degree from the University Of Washington School Of Medicine in Seattle, Washington. He completed his Family Practice residency at Scottsdale Memorial Hospital.  He began practicing in Lake Havasu in 1982 specializing...read more
  • Family Medicine

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  • Scottsdale Memorial Hospital Az

    Residency Hospital
  • University Of Washington Dept Of Medicine

    Undergraduate School, 1980
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Dr. Carls is a patient favorite Family Medicine Physician

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    Locations

    Practice

    Akdhc LLC1720 Mesquite Ave Ste 202 Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403
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    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 7:00am - 5:30pm
      • Tue: 7:00am - 5:30pm
      • Wed: 7:00am - 5:30pm
      • Thu: 7:00am - 5:30pm
      • Fri: closed
      • Sat: closed
      • Sun: closed
    • Directions

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Havasu Regional Medical Center

      101 Civic Center Ln
      Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      78%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      6% lower than the national average

      69%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      6% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • La Paz Regional Hospital

      1200 W Mohave Rd
      Parker, AZ 85344
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