Dr. Alan Ladd
General Surgery
Indianapolis, IN
29 years experience male
Locations
Office
Indianapolis, IN
About
Bio
I have credentials as a general surgeon for adults and children.
SpecialtiesDoctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Doctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
General Surgery
Pediatric Surgery
Languages spoken
English
Doctor Q&A
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A 28-year-old male asked:
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General Surgery 29 years experience
Belly button: The belly button is the remnants of the umbilical cord. It is a central scar that forms in the location of the base of the umbilical cord, once the c... Read More
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A 28-year-old male asked:
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General Surgery 29 years experience
Amylase: An enzyme produced by either the panceas or the salivary glands that aid is the digestion of food, sugars.
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A 38-year-old member asked:
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General Surgery 29 years experience
Splenectomy: Main risk is the reduced ability of the body to fight off certain bacterial infections. Recommendations are for vaccines against bacteria like pneumoc... Read More
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A 34-year-old member asked:
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General Surgery 29 years experience
Unlikely: Though many children may have symptoms of reflux with episodes of vomiting, it usually is only of concern if there is associated respiratory problems ... Read More
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General Surgery 29 years experience
Possible virus: Central belly pain is common for many conditions. Watch for additional symptoms of illness, like diarrhea that would imply a virus. Keep her hydrated... Read More
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A 23-year-old member asked:
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Fluid: Amylase is to test to see if it is related to the pancreas. The glucose can help determine if it is related to infection.
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HealthTap member
Mar 31, 2015
Dr. Ladd is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
HealthTap member
Mar 31, 2015
Dr. Ladd is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
Indiana University School of Medicine
Graduated 1994MD
Residency
Indiana University Hospital
Residency
Indiana University Hospital
Affiliations
American College of Surgeons
Central Surgical Association
American Pediatric Surgical Association
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