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Dr. Nicole Sears, MD

Dr. Nicole Sears, MD

Family Medicine*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Nicole Sears, MD is a family medicine physician in Rapid City, SD and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine in 2003. She is affiliated with Monument Health Rapid City Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

3.4 Star Rating
Based on 20 reviews 3.4 Star Rating (20 reviews)

Practice

2820 Mount Rushmore Rd Rapid City, SD 57701
(605) 721-8121

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Sears specializes in the area of Family Practice. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Sears' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sears

3.4

20 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 Star
55%
55%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
15%
15%
1 Star
30%
30%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sandra McFarland – Mar 22, 2025
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Cathy Leichtnam – Jan 19, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Joanne – Jul 10, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jun 28, 2020
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What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 17, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Rapid City, SD – Sep 06, 2016
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Know Before You Go

About Me

care philosophy

I am passionate about caring for your whole family from children to great-grandparents. I have a straight forward, honest approach with all my patients and enjoy creating long lasting, trusting relationships that are part of being a family physician

  • Family Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Grand Rapids Family Medicine Residency Program

    Residency Hospital, 2005

  • University Of South Dakota Sanford School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2003

  • University Of South Dakota

    1997

  • Notre Dame University

    Undergraduate School, 1997

  • South Dakota School Of Mines & Technology

    Undergraduate School, 1994
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
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Family Practice
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Locations

Practice

Bailey JD & MP Merryman Et Al Partners2820 Mount Rushmore Rd Rapid City, SD 57701
1

Practice

Rapid City Medical Center LLP3024 Tower Rd Rapid City, SD 57701
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Monument Health Rapid City Hospital

    353 Fairmont Blvd
    Rapid City, SD 57701

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    73%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

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