Department of Internal Medicine
Internal Medicine • Sioux Falls, SD
Clinic Type
Internal Medicine
Address
Sanford School of Medicine, 1400 W. 22nd St., Sioux Falls, SD 57105
Phone
605-357-1340
Internalmedicine@usd.edu
Opening Hours
Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Services Offered
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FAQs
What is the opening hours?
Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
- Sanford Health (Elizabeth Hart, MD): 4.8/5 (204 ratings) (204 ratings)
- Sanford Health (Mark Lounsbery, DO): 4.9/5 (448 ratings) (448 ratings)
- Sanford Health (Sara Ruter, MD): 4.9/5 (485 ratings) (485 ratings)
- Sanford Health (Robert Behrend, MD): 4.7/5 (245 ratings) (245 ratings)
- Sanford Health (David Nelson, MD): 4.9/5 (537 ratings) (537 ratings)
- Sanford Health (Derek Lee, MD): 4.8/5 (427 ratings) (427 ratings)
Patients praise
- Strong listening skills and bedside manner
- Thorough explanations of health conditions and treatments
- Efficient clinic operations and friendly support staff
- Collaborative, patient-centered decision making
- Effective coordination of care with specialists
Common complaints
- Perceived rushing during appointments
- Occasional concerns about Medicare vs. comprehensive checkups
- Isolated reports of unprofessional communication
"Dr. Burkhardt is a caring provider who has a genuine and authentic demeanor. He takes the time to listen effectively and makes you feel like you are the best expert about yourself."
— Patient review for Avera Medical Group"Dr. Miller & his staff are very kind, considerate, and thorough. When with me, they are excellent listeners & helpful with their suggestions. I feel heard & cared for."
— Patient review for Avera Medical Group"Dr Terpstra is such a pleasant, caring person who really takes the time to listen to you as a patient and do what is best for you."
— Patient review for Sanford Internal Medicine ClinicSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- GI doctor’s legacy galvanized by forward focus - Sanford Health News — Jun 9, 2026
- USD Sanford School of Medicine Announces It Will Move First 18 Months of M.D. to Sioux Falls | University of South Dakota — Aug 14, 2025
- Sanford adding new medical building to Sioux Falls campus - Sanford Health News — Jun 10, 2026
- USD to move medicine training, biomedical science division to Sioux Falls — Aug 14, 2025
- Dr. Nida U. Maham, MD - Internal Medicine Physician in Aberdeen, SD — May 14, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
More internal medicine clinics in Sioux Falls
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Sanford Internal Medicine Clinic in Sioux Falls, SD is part of Sanford USD Medical Center, a medical practices organization based in Sioux Falls. The page notes Sanford USD Medical Center’s presence and basic company details but does not provide specific information about an individual “Internal Medicine Clinic” location. The broader Sanford USD Medical Center listing indicates: - Industry: Medical Practices - Location: Sioux Falls, South Dakota - Employees: 32 - Part of Sanford Health network (Sanford Health-related facilities in the region) If you’re seeking a specific internal medicine clinic in Sioux Falls, you may want to search Sanford Health’s locations directory or contact Sanford USD Medical Center directly for the exact internal medicine clinic address, hours, and physicians.
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