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Dr. Kirk Ludwig, MD

Dr. Kirk Ludwig, MD

Colorectal Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Kirk Ludwig, MD is a colorectal surgeon in Milwaukee, WI and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI / MAIN CAMPUS in 1988. He is affiliated with Froedtert Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 29 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (29 reviews)

Cancer Center - Froedtert Hospital

8800 W Doyne Ave Milwaukee, WI 53226

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(866) 680-0505

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Ludwig specializes in the areas of Colon & Rectal Surgery & General Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Surgery Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Ludwig's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ludwig

4.9

29 ratings, 16 with a written review
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
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Jan 29, 2025
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  • Explained conditions well
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Jan 25, 2025
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Oct 05, 2024
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Aug 13, 2024
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  • Explained conditions well
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May 08, 2024
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Apr 29, 2024
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  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
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Feb 27, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 14, 2024
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Jan 08, 2024
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  • Explained conditions well
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Oct 06, 2023
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  • Explained conditions well
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Sep 21, 2023
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Sep 18, 2023
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  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
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Aug 22, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Kathy McK – Feb 13, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Jennifer Peters in West Allis, WI – Nov 14, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
8 people found this helpful
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Joe Matejka in Milwaukee Wisconsin – Sep 02, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr Ludwig is a member of the Colorectal Surgery team. This team is comprised of surgeons, nurses and support staff who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of benign and malignant diseases of the colon, rectum, and anus. They work closely...read more

biography

Dr. Ludwig is a member of the Colorectal Surgery team. This team is comprised of surgeons, nurses and support staff who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of benign and malignant diseases of the colon, rectum, and anus. They work closely...read more

  • Colorectal Surgery

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  • University Of Cincinnati / Main Campus

    Medical School, 1988
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery®
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Colon & Rectal Surgery
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Locations

Cancer Center - Froedtert Hospital

Cancer Center - Froedtert Hospital8800 W Doyne Ave Milwaukee, WI 53226
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Center For Advanced Care - Froedtert Hospital

Center For Advanced Care - Froedtert Hospital8900 W Doyne Ave Milwaukee, WI 53226
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Froedtert Hospital

    9200 W Wisconsin Ave
    Milwaukee, WI 53226
    Recipient of 46
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Surgery Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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