
Overview
Amber Shada, MD, FACS, is a UW Health general surgeon who specializes in minimally invasive surgery. She also serves as a associate professor at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health in the Department of Surgery.Dr. Shada treats people with acid reflux and other motility disorders (problems with the way food passes through the esophagus or stomach). She also treats abdominal wall hernias (bulges), gallbladder disorders and other issues involving the digestive system.Dr. Shada performs surgery using advanced, minimally invasive techniques. She has special expertise in endoscopic and laparoscopic surgery (using a small tube with a scope and only a few small incisions).During office visits, Dr. Shada talks with her patients about their disorders and outlines their treatment options. She believes it’s important to give patients the facts, answer their questions and encourage them to make their own decisions about their treatment.To advance patient care, Dr. Shada researches the results of foregut surgery (which corrects problems with the esophagus and stomach). She also studies patients’ quality of life after surgery for acid reflux and other digestive system disorders.During her free time, Dr. Shada enjoys exercise, weightlifting, horseback riding and spending time with family.It’s heartwarming when patients come back after surgery and tell me how much better they feel and how different their life is.
Dr. Shada is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gastroparesis, Hernia, Achalasia, Endoscopy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.
Dr. Shada is board certified in Surgery. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 37 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Shada is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
4602 Eastpark Blvd, Madison, WI 53718
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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East Madison Hospital Adrenal Disease Clinic
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Amber L. Shada
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Amber L. Shada?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Amber L. Shada by calling their office at 608-440-6300. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Amber L. Shada a top-rated expert for Gastroparesis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Amber L. Shada is classified as an Distinguished expert for Gastroparesis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Amber L. Shada specialize in?
While Dr. Amber L. Shada is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Gastroparesis, Hernia, and Achalasia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Amber L. Shada participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Amber L. Shada has published 37 articles and abstracts on conditions like Gastroparesis. You can view a list of Dr. Amber L. Shada's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Amber L. Shada accept my insurance?
Dr. Amber L. Shada accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 608-440-6300 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Distinguished
- AchalasiaDr. Shada isDistinguished. Learn about Achalasia.
- GastroparesisDr. Shada isDistinguished. Learn about Gastroparesis.
- HerniaDr. Shada isDistinguished. Learn about Hernia.
- Advanced
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Shada isAdvanced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- EndoscopyDr. Shada isAdvanced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Shada isAdvanced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- Umbilical HerniaDr. Shada isAdvanced. Learn about Umbilical Hernia.
- Experienced
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Shada isExperienced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Shada isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- CholecystitisDr. Shada isExperienced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Shada isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Shada isExperienced. Learn about Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- EsophagitisDr. Shada isExperienced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- Femoral HerniaDr. Shada isExperienced. Learn about Femoral Hernia.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Shada isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Shada isExperienced. Learn about Gallstones.
- GastrectomyDr. Shada isExperienced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- Gastric BypassDr. Shada isExperienced. Learn about Gastric Bypass.
- Gastrointestinal FistulaDr. Shada isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Fistula.
- GastrostomyDr. Shada isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- HyperparathyroidismDr. Shada isExperienced. Learn about Hyperparathyroidism.
- MalnutritionDr. Shada isExperienced. Learn about Malnutrition.
- MelanomaDr. Shada isExperienced. Learn about Melanoma.
- Morning SicknessDr. Shada isExperienced. Learn about Morning Sickness.
- Ogilvie SyndromeDr. Shada isExperienced. Learn about Ogilvie Syndrome.
- OmphaloceleDr. Shada isExperienced. Learn about Omphalocele.
- PancreaticoduodenectomyDr. Shada isExperienced. Learn about Pancreaticoduodenectomy.
- Peptic UlcerDr. Shada isExperienced. Learn about Peptic Ulcer.
- Sleeve GastrectomyDr. Shada isExperienced. Learn about Sleeve Gastrectomy.
- ThrombophlebitisDr. Shada isExperienced. Learn about Thrombophlebitis.

