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Family Medicine Doctors in South Dakota

Family doctors care for people of every age, from children to grandparents, and are often the first stop for any health question. Below are 31 family medicine doctors practising in South Dakota, across Sioux Falls, Rapid City, Pierre, Brookings, Aberdeen and Watertown, with what to bring and ask so your visit counts.

Family Medicine Doctors in South Dakota

  1. David A. Brechtelsbauer, MD Family Medicine Sioux Falls, SD 57105
  2. Thane T. Gale, MD Family Medicine Rapid City, SD 57701
  3. Kenneth A. Bartholomew, MD Family Medicine Pierre, SD 57501
  4. Amy C. Cook, MD Family Medicine Brookings, SD 57006
  5. Angelina M. Rohlfs, MD Family Medicine Aberdeen, SD 57401
  6. Samantha L. Darnall-Werlinger, MD Family Medicine Watertown, SD 57201
  7. Brandyn A. Tarap, MD Family Medicine Custer, SD 57730
  8. Charles Lewis, DO Family Medicine Sturgis, SD 57785
  9. Raymond G. Nemer, MD Family Medicine Gregory, SD 57533
  10. Christi Childers, DO Family Medicine Spearfish, SD 57783
  11. Barbara Fetters, MD Family Medicine Hot Springs, SD 57747
  12. Jeffrey A. Johnson, MD Family Medicine Yankton, SD 57078
  13. Kristine T. Danner, MD Family Medicine Dakota Dunes, SD 57049
  14. James K. Bailey, MD Family Medicine Milbank, SD 57252
  15. Brian F. Hanley, MD Family Medicine Sisseton, SD 57262
  16. Lacey A. Olson, MD Family Medicine Chamberlain, SD 57325
  17. Nicolas J. Van Es, MD Family Medicine Brandon, SD 57005
  18. Teresa A. Marts, MD Family Medicine Winner, SD 57580
  19. Elizabeth J. Gravley, MD Family Medicine Webster, SD 57274
  20. Antoinette J. Vander Pol, MD Family Medicine Parkston, SD 57366
  21. Victoria L. Walker, MD Family Medicine Vermillion, SD 57069
  22. Scott F. Rogers, PAC Family Medicine Lennox, SD 57039
  23. Michelle L. Johnson, DO Family Medicine Canton, SD 57013
  24. Thomas Barrett Family Medicine Deadwood, SD 57732
  25. Jennifer L. Sheffield, MD Family Medicine Platte, SD 57369
  26. Melody A. Shrack, MD Family Medicine Viborg, SD 57070
  27. Shakil I. Hafiz, DO Family Medicine Freeman, SD 57029
  28. Aaron P. Baas, MD Family Medicine Mitchell, SD 57301
  29. Robert C. Marciano, DO Family Medicine Mobridge, SD 57601
  30. Bernard F. Heilman, MD Family Medicine Madison, SD 57042
  31. Sarah J. Hogenson, MD Family Medicine Huron, SD 57350

Listings come from the CMS NPPES NPI Registry, the public federal record of licensed providers, checked October 2026. Being listed is not a recommendation or an endorsement, and we do not receive anything from these doctors. Call the office to confirm insurance, availability and that they are accepting new patients. In an emergency, call 911.

When to see a family medicine doctor

Common reasons

  • Check-ups and preventive care for the whole family
  • Colds, infections and minor injuries
  • Long-term conditions
  • Children's and women's health
  • Referrals to specialists

Signs it may be time

  • You want one doctor for your whole household
  • Something new has come up and you are not sure who to see
  • You need a referral to a specialist
  • You are due for a check-up or screening

How to get the most from your family medicine doctor visit

1

Before: what to bring

  • A list of everything you take, including supplements, with how often
  • Your insurance card and photo ID
  • Recent lab results or imaging reports, if another clinician ordered them
  • Vaccination records, especially for children
2

During: questions to ask

  • Is this something you can treat, or should I see a specialist?
  • What screenings am I due for at my age?
  • What would make you want to see me sooner?
  • How do I reach the office between visits?
3

After: what to keep track of

  • New symptoms and when they started
  • How you feel after any change your doctor suggested
  • Questions as they come up, so none are forgotten

After your visit

Keep the plan going between appointments

A family doctor sees you for many small moments over years. Keeping a simple log between visits means each appointment starts from what actually happened, not from memory. Emerge Care, free to download on iPhone, is built for exactly that: tell it how you feel in your own words, get plain answers with the source behind every fact, and walk into your next family medicine doctor appointment in South Dakota with a one-page summary and your questions ready.

  • Log symptoms and side effects by talking
  • Answers that name their source
  • One-page visit summary PDF
  • Health records stay on your iPhone
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Questions

How do I find a family medicine doctor in South Dakota?

This page lists 31 family medicine doctors practising in South Dakota, including Sioux Falls, Rapid City, Pierre, Brookings, Aberdeen and Watertown, from the federal NPI Registry. Call the office to confirm they take your insurance and are accepting new patients.

Do I need a referral to see a family medicine doctor in South Dakota?

It depends on your insurance plan, not the state. HMO plans usually need a referral from your primary care doctor; many PPO plans do not. Check with your plan before booking.

What should I bring to my first family medicine doctor appointment?

A list of everything you take, including supplements, with how often; Your insurance card and photo ID; Recent lab results or imaging reports, if another clinician ordered them; Vaccination records, especially for children.

Can a family medicine doctor be my primary care doctor?

Yes. Family medicine doctors are primary care doctors for people of all ages.

Do family doctors see children?

Yes. Unlike internists, family medicine doctors are trained to care for children as well as adults.

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