Dr. Shirlene Knudtson Smook, MD

Dr. Shirlene Smook is a family medicine physician with 32 years of experience providing comprehensive care to patients and families. She earned her medical degree from the Sanford School of Medicine at the University of South Dakota and completed her residency training at the University of South Dakota School of Medicine. Dr. Smook speaks English and has built her career serving communities throughout South Dakota and North Dakota.

Dr. Smook practices at multiple Sanford Health locations, including Aberdeen, Sioux Falls, and Fargo. She has particular expertise in women's health, focusing on breast health conditions such as dense breasts and fibrocystic breasts. Her clinical skills include breast cancer screening and specialized imaging procedures like mammograms and scintimammography. Dr. Smook also treats benign breast masses, helping patients navigate concerns about breast health with compassionate, evidence-based care.