Medical Expertise of Dr. David Blackwell, MD
Dr. Blackwell family physician serving the needs of newborn and up, adults, and seniors. He provides comprehensive preventive care, management of acute and chronic medical conditions, and teaches and encourages healthy lifestyle living.
About Dr. David Blackwell, MD
Dr. David Blackwell is a board-certified family practice physician providing care to patients in the Indianapolis area at Chatham Care, PC
Dr. Blackwell enjoys working with patients of all ages; especially encouraging patient in preventative health care and helping his patients deal with chronic medical conditions.
Dr. Blackwell enjoys working with patients of all ages; especially encouraging patient in preventative health care and helping his patients deal with chronic medical conditions.
Procedures & Services
Patient Education Resources
How can I reduce my blood pressure without taking medication?
There are several lifestyle changes that can help to reduce high blood pressure without the use of medication:Maintaining a healthy weight: Being overweight or obese can increase your risk of high blo...
There are several lifestyle changes that can help to reduce high blood pressure without the use of medication:Maintaining a healthy weight: Being overweight or obese can increase your risk of high blo...
My PSA is elevated. What should I do next?
An elevated PSA (prostate-specific antigen) level can be a sign of prostate cancer, but it can also be caused by other conditions such as an enlarged prostate or a urinary tract infection. If your PSA...
An elevated PSA (prostate-specific antigen) level can be a sign of prostate cancer, but it can also be caused by other conditions such as an enlarged prostate or a urinary tract infection. If your PSA...
What are treatments for my child’s asthma?
The treatment of childhood asthma is similar to that of adult asthma, but there are some important considerations.The main goal of treatment is to control symptoms, prevent exacerbations and improve t...
The treatment of childhood asthma is similar to that of adult asthma, but there are some important considerations.The main goal of treatment is to control symptoms, prevent exacerbations and improve t...
What types of pollen trigger allergies?
Pollen is a fine powder that is released by trees, grasses, and weeds during the spring, summer, and fall. When these pollens come into contact with the eyes, nose, and lungs of people who are sensiti...
Pollen is a fine powder that is released by trees, grasses, and weeds during the spring, summer, and fall. When these pollens come into contact with the eyes, nose, and lungs of people who are sensiti...
When should I consider taking a medication for osteoporosis?
Osteoporosis is a condition that causes the bones to become brittle and fragile, increasing the risk of fractures. Medications for osteoporosis are typically recommended when a person is at high risk ...
Osteoporosis is a condition that causes the bones to become brittle and fragile, increasing the risk of fractures. Medications for osteoporosis are typically recommended when a person is at high risk ...
Education & Training
Dr. Blackwell was born and raised in Indianapolis and graduated high school locally from Broad Ripple High School. He completed his undergraduate work at Loyola University, Chicago IL and then attended Indiana University School of Medicine. Dr. Blackwell continued his training at the Indiana University School of Medicine Family Practice Residency program at Methodist Hospital.