
Angela Ingraham MD MD, FACS, BCPA
Board Certified Independent Patient Advocate; True North Patient Advocates, LLC
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333 W. Mifflin St. Unit 8060Unit 8060Madison, WI 53703
Phone+1 513-833-5205
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Summary
- Your healthcare navigation guide - True North turns frustration and uncertainty into clarity and confidence.
We work with a wide range of individuals and their families—from those facing new or complex medical diagnoses to older adults navigating care transitions. Some need support managing a chronic condition, others are adult children managing care for aging parents from a distance, and many are families trying to make sense of their options.
No matter the situation, we provide the expertise and guidance needed to regain a sense of control and move forward with confidence. From preparing for a doctor’s visit to coordinating hospital discharges, we help clients and their families understand their options, navigate the system, and make informed decisions—so they don’t feel lost, unheard, or alone. Ensuring nothing slips through the cracks, we provide clarity, guidance, and peace of mind. If you or someone you know is struggling to navigate the healthcare system, let’s connect. We’d love to be your compass in the storm.
Education & Training
- Brandeis UniversityMBA, 2025
- UPMC Medical EducationFellowship, Surgical Critical Care, 2013 - 2014
- University of Cincinnati Medical Center/College of MedicineResidency, Surgery, 2006 - 2013
- Northwestern UniversityMS, Clinical Investigation, 2008 - 2010
- Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of MedicineClass of 2006
- Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of MedicineClass of 2006
Certifications & Licensure
- WI State Medical License 2014 - 2025
- PA State Medical License 2013 - 2016
- PA State Medical License 2013 - 2016
- IL State Medical License 2008 - 2014
- IL State Medical License 2008 - 2014
- OH State Medical License 2006 - 2013
- OH State Medical License 2006 - 2013
- American Board of Surgery Surgery
- American Board of Surgery Surgical Critical Care
- Patient Advocate Certification BoardBoard Certified Patient Advocate
Awards, Honors, & Recognition
- Fellow (FACS) American College of Surgeons
Publications & Presentations
PubMed
- 2 citationsThe invisible work of transfer centre nurses: A qualitative study of strategies to overcome communication challenges.Megan C Saucke, Esra Alagoz, Natalia Arroyo, Diana E Gutierrez-Meza, Sara Fernandes-Taylor
Journal of Advanced Nursing. 2023-07-01 - 7 citationsTranslating the Value of the Academic Surgeon Into Salary, Time, and Resources.Audra J Reiter, Susanne G Warner, Herbert Chen, Angela M Ingraham, Catherine J Hunter
The Journal of Surgical Research. 2023-05-01 - 2 citationsGreater patient sharing between hospitals is associated with better outcomes for transferred emergency general surgery patients.Sara Fernandes-Taylor, Qiuyu Yang, Dou-Yan Yang, Bret M Hanlon, Jessica R Schumacher
The Journal of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery. 2023-04-01
Press Mentions
- Wisconsin Surgery Faculty Receive Grants from National Institutes of HealthNovember 16th, 2022
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