Dr. Richard Gerard Briggs, MD

Dr. Richard Briggs is a family medicine physician who has been caring for patients for over three decades. He earned his medical degree from Sanford School of Medicine of the University of South Dakota and completed his residency training at the University of South Dakota School of Medicine. With 34 years of experience treating patients of all ages, Dr. Briggs brings extensive knowledge to comprehensive family healthcare. He provides care in English.

Dr. Briggs practices at Avera McKennan Hospital and University Health Center with locations in Brandon, Dell Rapids, and Sioux Falls, South Dakota. He specializes in managing common health conditions including high cholesterol in children and teenagers, high blood pressure, and elevated blood fats. His practice includes routine blood work such as complete blood counts and kidney function tests to monitor patient health. Patients rate Dr. Briggs 4.0 out of 5 stars for his care.