Dr. Chad James Carda, MD

Dr. Chad Carda is a family medicine physician with additional training in emergency medicine who has been caring for patients for 21 years. He earned his medical degree from the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine and brings extensive experience in both primary care and urgent medical situations. Dr. Carda speaks English and serves communities across South Dakota with his dual specialty expertise.

Dr. Carda is affiliated with Avera Saint Marys Hospital and practices at multiple locations throughout South Dakota, including Martin, Onida, Gettysburg, and Pierre. He treats patients with conditions such as Alzheimer's disease and high blood pressure, including severe cases requiring emergency intervention. His emergency medicine background allows him to provide urgent care services, and he performs diagnostic procedures like complete blood counts and blood cell analysis. Patients consistently rate Dr. Carda's care highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.