Dr. John Austin Simonson, MD

Dr. John Simonson is an internal medicine physician who specializes in hospital medicine. He earned his medical degree from Sanford School of Medicine of the University of South Dakota and completed his residency at Sanford School of Medicine. With 12 years of experience in practice, Dr. Simonson focuses on providing comprehensive care for patients requiring hospitalization and managing complex medical conditions.

Dr. Simonson practices at Select Specialty Hospital in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, and maintains affiliations with Sanford USD Medical Center, Sanford Medical Center Bismarck, and Sanford Heart Hospital. He treats patients with high cholesterol, including children and teens with elevated lipid levels, and manages hypertensive emergencies. His clinical expertise includes ordering and interpreting essential diagnostic tests such as blood chemistry panels and complete blood counts to monitor patient health and guide treatment decisions.