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
I have asthma. Should I have an asthma action plan?
It's important for those with asthma to have an asthma action plan.An asthma action plan is a written document that outlines specific steps for managing asthma symptoms and preventing asthma attac...
It's important for those with asthma to have an asthma action plan.An asthma action plan is a written document that outlines specific steps for managing asthma symptoms and preventing asthma attac...
I have COPD. What can help me breathe better?
Treatment for COPD can help improve breathing and slow the progression of the disease. Some treatments include:bronchodilators, which are medications that relax the muscles around the airways to help ...
Treatment for COPD can help improve breathing and slow the progression of the disease. Some treatments include:bronchodilators, which are medications that relax the muscles around the airways to help ...
What are some tips for treating dry skin?
Dry skin can be caused by a variety of factors, such as cold weather, low humidity, harsh soaps, and certain medical conditions. Here are some tips for treating dry skin:Moisturize: Moisturizing is th...
Dry skin can be caused by a variety of factors, such as cold weather, low humidity, harsh soaps, and certain medical conditions. Here are some tips for treating dry skin:Moisturize: Moisturizing is th...
What are the best sunscreens?
The best sunscreens are those that provide broad-spectrum protection, which means they protect against both ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) rays. They should also have an SPF (sun protecti...
The best sunscreens are those that provide broad-spectrum protection, which means they protect against both ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) rays. They should also have an SPF (sun protecti...
What tests can determine if my pelvic pain is due to endometriosis or something else?
There are several tests that can be used to diagnose endometriosis, a condition where the tissue that lines the uterus grows outside of it. The most common tests include:Pelvic exam: During a pelvic e...
There are several tests that can be used to diagnose endometriosis, a condition where the tissue that lines the uterus grows outside of it. The most common tests include:Pelvic exam: During a pelvic e...
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.