Dr. Michael J. Dawson Jr, MD | Sioux Falls, SD | Gastroenterologist

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Dr. Michael Dawson Jr has practiced gastroenterology and internal medicine for 46 years. Dr. Dawson completed residency training at Howard University Hospital and earned a medical degree from the University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine. He sees patients in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Dawson 3.56 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

3.6

18 Ratings
46 years of experience
15 insurance plans accepted
Howard University Hospital
8 written reviews
2 specialties
11 areas of expertise
1 office location

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Dawson Jr's Ratings and Reviews

3.6

18 Ratings with 8 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 27 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (6) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
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Provided follow-up after the visit: (6) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
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Glad this doctor has retired. I'm 81 years old and was misdiagnosed by Dr. Dawson and almost lost my life. I spent a week in the hospital in Tifton under Dr. Dawson's care and all he treated was my symptoms. I lost over 80 lbs. I saw a doctor in Douglas that immediately diagnosed me with diverticulitis and I required surgery. I'm now 82 and eating and doing all the things I use to do, no thanks to Dr. Dawson.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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November 20th, 2015

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Wonderful Dr and personal

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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October 5th, 2015

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Dr. Dawson is a great physician. He has wonderful bedside manner. He also helped me be at ease prior to procedures.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

August 4th, 2013

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I love this Doctor!!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

July 30th, 2012

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Very poor staff and billing is a nightmare. Poor skills in commucation, does not give much detail to treatment and follow ups. Vastly overated.

July 10th, 2012

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I would trust him again.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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March 7th, 2012

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Dr. Dawson is an excellent technical physician. Apparently he is in very high demand in the hospital where he is called away on a lot of emergencies. His staff is very distant and act a bit unsocialized. Dawson on the otherhand is frank, clear, thorough attentive though a tad hurried due to his overload. As a former hospital administrator I strongly recommend him due to his clinical and diagnostic competence.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

October 26th, 2011

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my son has ulcerative colitus, I am 100% sure that Dr. dawson saved the life of my son!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

June 29th, 2008

Sanford Center For Digestive Health

1205 S Grange Ave Ste 104Sioux Falls, SD 57105

Tel: (605) 328-8500


Dr. Michael J Dawson Jr, MD	Dr. Aaron David Dewald, MD	Dr. Muhammad Hamza, MD	Dr. Jeffrey William Hanson, MD
Gastroenterology	Vascular & Interventional Radiology	Hospital Medicine	Anesthesiology

3.6 (18 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
46 Years of Experience	11 Years of Experience	10 Years of Experience	45 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Sioux Falls , SD	Sioux Falls , SD	Sioux Falls , SD	Sioux Falls , SD
Med School: University Of Miami Leonard M Miller School Of Medicine	Med School: Sanford School Of Medicine Of The University Of South Dakota	Med School: Dow Medical College	Med School: Sanford School Of Medicine Of The University Of South Dakota
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Abdominal Pain
Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
Celiac Disease
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Constipation
Hemorrhoids
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Internal Medicine
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
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Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Howard University Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Miami Leonard M Miller School Of Medicine in 1980.

NPI Number

Dr. Dawson Jr's NPI number is 1134153711.

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Where is Dr. Michael Dawson Jr's office located?: Dr. Michael Dawson Jr's office is located at 1205 S Grange Ave Ste 104, Sioux Falls, SD, 57105.
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