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Dr. Kirk Ludwig, MD

Colorectal Surgery* Age 62
Dr. Kirk Ludwig, MD
4.9 (27 Ratings)
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Dr. Kirk Ludwig, MD is a Colorectal Surgeon in Milwaukee, WI.
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Dr. Kirk Ludwig, MD

Colorectal Surgery* Age 62
Milwaukee, WI
Accepting new patients
37 years of experience
Dr. Kirk Ludwig, MD is a Colorectal Surgeon in Milwaukee, WI.

About

Dr. Ludwig graduated from UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI / MAIN CAMPUS. Dr. Kirk Ludwig, MD is a Colorectal Surgeon in Milwaukee, WI and has 37 years experience. Dr. Ludwig currently practices at Cancer Center - Froedtert Hospital and are affiliated with Froedtert Memorial Lutheran Hospital. Dr. Ludwig has experience treating conditions like Anal and Rectal Cancer and Colorectal Cancer among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Ludwig received an average rating of 4.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 27 times. Dr. Ludwig's office accepts new patients. Dr. Ludwig is board certified in Colon & Rectal Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Anal and Rectal Cancer
Colorectal Cancer
Colectomy
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Colorectal Cancer
Colectomy
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Colorectal Cancer
Colectomy
Anal Fissure
Anal or Rectal Pain
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Hemorrhoids
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Obstruction
Rectal Prolapse
Rectovaginal Fistula
Anoscopy
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Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Procetectomy With Robotic Assist
Proctectomy
Repair of Anal and Rectal Defects (Anoplasty, Repair of Imperforate Anus, Sphincteroplasty, Rectal Graft)
Anal Cancer
Anal Prolapse
Anal Sphincter Dysplasia
Anorectal Abscess
Anorectal Fistula
Colon Cancer
Genital Warts
Hives
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Incisional Hernia
Megacolon
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Pelvic Abscess
Ulcerative Colitis
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Anal Cauterization
Anal Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy
Anoscopy With Removal of Anal Tumor
Arteriovenous Fistula Repair
Bladder Surgery
Colectomy Laparoscopic
Colostomy
Cystectomy
Destruction of Anal Tumor
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Excision of Anal Tags
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Fecal Impaction Removal
Gallbladder Removal
Hernia Repair
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparotomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Open Appendectomy
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Open Gastric Restrictive Procedure
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Tumor Ablation, Liver
Pancreatectomy (incl. Pancreas Transplant and Whipple Procedure)
Port Placements or Replacements
Proctosigmoidopexy with Robotic Assist
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Sphincterotomy
Splenectomy
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
Vaginal Prolapse Surgery
Vaginectomy

Insurance Accepted

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  • Medica Choice
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO
    Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
    Blue Preferred Plus POS
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
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    Choice Plus POS II
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    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
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    Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health

Locations

  1. 1 Cancer Center - Froedtert Hospital
    8800 W Doyne Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53226
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (866) 680-0505
  2. 2 Center For Advanced Care - Froedtert Hospital
    8900 W Doyne Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53226
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (414) 777-7700

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ludwig
4.9
Based on 27 Reviews
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1 Star (1)

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Oct 05, 2024
Dr. Ludwig provided clear guidelines used in determining the appropriate treatment plan and gave me confidence in his decision that no surgery was needed.
— Oct 05, 2024
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Specialties*
Colorectal Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI / MAIN CAMPUS
    1988
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Colon & Rectal Surgery and General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Kirk Ludwig, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Ludwig's profile.

Dr. Ludwig frequently treats the following conditions: Anal and Rectal Cancer and Colorectal Cancer. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Kirk Ludwig, MD is affiliated with Froedtert Memorial Lutheran Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Kirk Ludwig, MD holds board certification in Colon & Rectal Surgery and General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Froedtert Memorial Lutheran Hospital

    9200 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI