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Dr. Aaron Shives, MD

Dr. Aaron Shives, MD

Family Medicine*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Aaron Shives, MD is a family medicine physician in Watertown, SD and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of South Dakota in 1986. He is affiliated with Prairie Lakes Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Prairie Lakes Brown Clinic - Northridge

511 14th Ave NE Watertown, SD 57201
Telehealth available
(605) 886-8482

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Shives specializes in the area of Family Practice. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Shives' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shives

4.7

12 ratings, 10 with a written review
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 07, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 26, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
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Oct 31, 2024
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  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
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No results
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Sep 26, 2024
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  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
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Sep 26, 2024
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Aug 21, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 04, 2023
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What could be improved
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Jul 19, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 04, 2019
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About Me

care philosophy

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biography

Dr. Aaron Shives received his Bachelor of Science degree from South Dakota State University in Brookings, South Dakota in 1980. He continued his education at the University of South Dakota School of Medicine in Vermillion, earning his medical degree...read more

  • Family Medicine

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  • South Dakota State University, Brookings, Sd

    Undergraduate School

  • Sioux Falls Family Practice Center

    Residency Hospital, 1989

  • Sioux Falls Family Residency, Sioux Falls, Sd

    Residency Hospital, 1989

  • Center For Family Medicine

    Internship Hospital, 1987

  • Sioux Falls Family Residency, Sioux Falls, Sd

    Internship Hospital, 1987

  • University Of South Dakota

    Medical School, 1986

  • South Dakota State University

    Undergraduate School, 1980
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
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Family Practice
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Locations

Prairie Lakes Brown Clinic - Northridge

Prairie Lakes Brown Clinic - Northridge511 14th Ave NE Watertown, SD 57201
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 6:30am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 6:30am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 6:30am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 6:30am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 6:30am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Prairie Lakes Hospital

    401 9th Ave NW
    Watertown, SD 57201
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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