Summary

Dr. Aaron Shives is a family medicine physician with additional specialization in sports medicine and geriatric medicine. He earned his medical degree from the Sanford School of Medicine at the University of South Dakota and completed his residency training at Sioux Falls Family Practice Residency. With four decades of medical practice, Dr. Shives brings extensive expertise to his care of patients across all age groups. He is fluent in both Spanish and English.

Dr. Shives practices at Prairie Lakes Hospital in Watertown, South Dakota. His clinical focus includes treating patients experiencing weakness and mobility challenges such as limping. He provides comprehensive care through physical therapy and strength training programs designed to help patients regain function and improve their quality of life. Patients have given him an average rating of 5.0, reflecting their confidence in his compassionate and skilled approach to medical care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 40 years of experience
  • 21 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Sioux Falls Family Practice Residency
  • 9 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 3 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Locations

Dr. Aaron Burl Shives has 2 locations

Brown Clinic

511 14th Ave NEWatertown, SD 57201
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 11:00 am
SunClosed

Prairie Lakes Hospital

401 9th Ave NwWatertown, SD 57201

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Med School: Sanford School Of Medicine Of The University Of South Dakota
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Aaron Burl Shives

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Avera Health Plans
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
  • CHAMPVA
  • Dean Health Plan
  • Humana
  • Medica
  • Medica - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Priority Health
  • Sanford Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Aaron Burl Shives has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Aaron Burl Shives has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Sports Medicine
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, South Dakota, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Sioux Falls Family Practice Residency

Medical School

Sanford School Of Medicine Of The University Of South DakotaGraduated in 1986

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Aaron Shives's office located?
Dr. Aaron Shives's office is located at 511 14th Ave NE, Watertown, SD, 57201.
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Does Dr. Aaron Shives accept my insurance?
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