Dr. David J. Black, MD | Indianapolis, IN | Gastroenterology

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Dr. David Black specializes in gastroenterology and internal medicine, bringing over four decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine, establishing a strong foundation in digestive health and comprehensive internal medicine care. His extensive 41 years of experience has allowed him to develop deep expertise in treating complex gastrointestinal conditions. Dr. Black communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Black practices at Franciscan Health Indianapolis and Johnson Memorial Hospital, with locations in Indianapolis and Franklin, Indiana. He focuses on treating serious liver conditions such as cirrhosis and nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, while also providing care for colon polyps. His procedural expertise includes performing abdominal ultrasounds, paracentesis procedures, and providing sedation services for patient comfort during treatments. Patients have given Dr. Black an average rating of 3.9 on Vitals, …reflecting their experiences with his care.

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3.9

23 Ratings
41 years of experience
speaks English
Indiana University School Of Medicine
10 written reviews
2 specialties
11 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
3 hospital affiliations
2 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Black's Ratings and Reviews

3.9

23 Ratings with 10 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 11 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (7) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Had a good bedside manner: (8) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Spent time with me: (8) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (7) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Flexible scheduling: (10) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Saw me in a timely manner: (1) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Staff was courteous: (1) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)

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Dr Black is the only GI doctor who has listened to me. He explained the treatment plan, and had been following up with me every several months to keep up on my progress.

June 1st, 2026

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Dr. Black is trying to figure out what is going on. I've been having alot of pain, nausea and I hope he can help.

March 18th, 2026

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Very let down.

January 28th, 2026

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I love Dr. Black. He is very efficient but still listens to me when I have questions or concerns. Always on time for appointments. I love the office staff as well.

December 5th, 2025

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This was a follow up visit for exam/biopsy report and treatment plan. Dr. Black was concise and to the point and offered options and opinions which I highly respect. He responded to my concerns and answered my questions and we agreed on a plan and arranged a follow up evaluation.

October 24th, 2025

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Dr. Black has been doing my procedures for six years. He has always been thorough in explaining his findings. His staff is a pleasure to work with.

September 9th, 2025

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Dr Black and his Nursing staff are MOST Caring and Compassionate!! They have treated myself and my family for several years. I would trust him with my life!! Thank you so much!

November 19th, 2021

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I can't say enough about Dr Black and his office. He has treated myself and most of my family and have referred him to many friends. He has always been professional and compassionate.

July 22nd, 2020

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He did a colonoscopy on my daughter and 4 days later she lost about half her blood volume due to severe hemorrhaging because he waited so long to go back in and fix what was bleeding horribly. In 91/2 hours her hemoglobin dropped by almost half. He avoided her and her family and when we finally got him to talk to us, he refused to take another test for her hemoglobin level prior to releasing her to go home. We had to take her to her regular doctor to get that done. If you are considering him as your gastroenterologist, do yourself a favor and just say no. My opinion is he does not really care about his patients or their recovery, just how much money can I make by shoving more people through.

July 6th, 2019

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He did a colonoscopy on my daughter and 4 days later she lost about half her blood volume due to severe hemorrhaging because he waited so long to go back in and fix what was bleeding horribly. In 91/2 hours her hemoglobin dropped by almost half. He avoided her and her family and when we finally got him to talk to us, he refused to take another test for her hemoglobin level prior to releasing her to go home. We had to take her to her regular doctor to get that done. If you are considering him as your gastroenterologist, do yourself a favor and just say no. My opinion is he does not really care about his patients or their recovery, just how much money can I make by shoving more people through.

July 6th, 2019

Franciscan Saint Francis Health Indianapolis

8111 S Emerson AveIndianapolis, IN 46237

Tel: (317) 528-5000

Johnson Memorial Hospital

1125 W Jefferson StFranklin, IN 46131

Tel: (317) 736-3300


Dr. David James Black, MD	Ashley Anderson, APRN	Dr. Chidamber Bharath Alamelumangapuram, MD	Dr. Subir Singh Labana, MD
Gastroenterology	Gastroenterology	Hospital Medicine	Hospital Medicine
	Accepts New Patients
3.9 (23 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	5 (4 Ratings)
41 Years of Experience		23 Years of Experience	26 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English
Indianapolis , IN	SACRAMENTO , CA	Jackson , MI	Daly City , CA
Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine	Med School: East Tennessee State University - Quillen College of Medicine	Med School: Mahadevappa Rampure Medical College	Med School: Maulana Azad Medical College
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Abdominal Pain
Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
Celiac Disease
Colonoscopy
Constipation
Diarrhea
Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
Hemorrhoids
Internal Medicine
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
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MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Indiana, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Indiana University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1985

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What languages does Dr. David Black speak?: Dr. David Black speaks English.
Does Dr. David Black accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. David Black has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. David Black's office located?: Dr. David Black's office is located at 8111 S Emerson Ave, Indianapolis, IN, 46237.
Which hospitals is Dr. David Black affiliated with?: Dr. David Black is affiliated with Franciscan Health Indianapolis, Johnson Memorial Hospital, and Community Fairbanks Recovery Center.

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