Dr. Carl Tubbs, M.D. is a native of Washington State. He completed his medical training in Seattle, studied Ophthalmology at the University of Minnesota, then completed his glaucoma fellowship at the University of Virginia in 1993. Following his fellowship, Dr. Tubbs and his wife Christine moved to Stillwater, MN where they lived for 20+ years while raising two wonderful boys. Eventually, family commitments and new opportunities brought them back west to Colorado.
Dr. Carl Tubbs, M.D. is a native of Washington State. He completed his medical training in Seattle, studied Ophthalmology at the University of Minnesota, then completed his glaucoma fellowship at the University of Virginia in 1993. Following his fellowship, Dr. Tubbs and his wife Christine moved to Stillwater, MN where they lived for 20+ years while raising two wonderful boys. Eventually, family commitments and new opportunities brought them back west to Colorado.
Dr. Carl Tubbs, M.D. is a native of Washington State. He completed his medical training in Seattle, studied Ophthalmology at the University of Minnesota, then completed his glaucoma fellowship at the University of Virginia in 1993. Following his fellowship, Dr. Tubbs and his wife Christine moved to Stillwater, MN where they lived for 20+ years while raising two wonderful boys. Eventually, family commitments and new opportunities brought them back west to Colorado. First to the Front Range and now to Grand Junction, returning to the peaceful mountain country that they both love.
Dr. Tubbs specializes in the medical and surgical management of glaucoma as well as the surgical management of patients with cataracts. He enjoys educating and was previously a Clinical Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at the University of MN, instructing residents at the VA Medical Center from 1993 to 2014.
Dr. Tubbs is a Fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Glaucoma Society and is a member of the American Medical Association. He is involved with writing medical device draft standards for ANSI (the American National Standards Institute) and chairs the Medical Devices Division of ANSI Z80. Internationally, he serves as a Technical Advisory Expert (TAG member), helping to represent U.S. interests and opinions within the International Standards Organization (ISO) arena. Through ANSI and the ISO, the safety and effectiveness of intraocular lens implants can be managed on national and international levels. Over the past decade, he has also participated in various research investigations including novel glaucoma medicines and ocular medical devices.
When not working, Dr. Tubbs enjoys photography, hiking, and bicycling with his wife. When the sky permits, he continues to enjoy astrophotography, imaging distant stars and other deep space objects as well as the planets and learning about backyard astronomy and related science.
Dr. Tubbs was very nice. But the wait time was terrible I was in there for over 3 hours and saw him for maybe 15 to 20 minutes.
He was friendly & was gracious when I told him I only wanted 1 eye's cataract surgically removed. He tried to be patient when I asked for clarification about 2 of the 3 options for replacement lenses, bit he referred me to the scheduler for post surgery questions. I got the feeling that he was trying to get on to his next patient.
At the initial consultation, Dr. Tubbs answered all of my questions and provided excellent advice about lens choices for my cataract surgery. He paid special attention to my needs for good distance vision, especially at night. His pre- and post-op instructions were clear and easy to follow. Soon after Dr. Tubbs performed my surgeries, both of my eyes tested at 20/20!
There was a mix up on location of my appointment, so cannot really rate other than all kind and considerate endeavoring to correct the misunderstanding.
pleasant and very professional
Very favorably impressed with the whole experience at Icon. Dr Tubbs provided an excellent synopsis of the exam findings and his recommendations.
Very Happy With Mr Tubbs 👍
Just excellent care and concern.
Dr. Tubbs has always proven to be a very caring, knowledgeable doctor. I would have rated higher except for the long waits before and during my appointment, which was probably out of Dr. Tubbs' control.
Dr Tubbs, Is an excellent doctor with such kindness and compassion.