About Me

The desire to become a physician has always stuck with Nicholas Kaufman, MD, who serves as an internal medicine physician at Avera Medical Group Internal Medicine in Sioux Falls, SD.

Expert Internal Medicine Care for Adults

Internal medicine is a specialty that focuses on the unique and broad health needs of individuals over age 18.

Some of the conditions Dr. Kaufman treats include:

His role also includes preventive care, helping patients stay up-to-date on their mammograms, colonoscopies, HPV screenings, blood work and more.

“Internal medicine gives me the unique opportunity to work will all different age groups who require specialized care to meet their health goals,” said Dr. Kaufman.

Patient Care Involves the Patient

The most important person of the care team is you, the patient. Dr. Kaufman is dedicated to educating you about the options, risks and benefits of treatment approaches so you feel confident about making the right decision.

Active Lifestyle

When Dr. Kaufman is not at work, he enjoys spending time with his wife and children. He also likes to golf and fish.

Before joining Avera, Dr. Kaufman served in the United States Air Force.

Experience

Education

University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine, Vermillion, SD, Medical School

Residency

San Antonio Military Medical Center, San Antonio, TX, Internal Medicine

Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine

Reviews

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August 18, 2024
Yes I already recommended them..
July 28, 2024
He wasn't my normal doctor so to be fair he was a little at a loss for my entire background but he did complete the pre-surgery assessment pretty well
July 28, 2024
Dr. Kaufman showed he cared and was not in any hurry. He explained thoroughly the care and diagnosis of the medical condition.
July 26, 2024
Overall this was an excellent experience
July 25, 2024
Very informative and knowledgeable
July 20, 2024
Very Professional
July 04, 2024
All good
June 28, 2024
My Dr is courteous, patient, understanding and professional! I am glad to have him as my Dr!
June 13, 2024
Answered most questions
June 10, 2024
Everyone was very professional doing their respective jobs.
June 06, 2024
Overall very positive professionals.
May 26, 2024
Dr. K and I are partners in my care. I feel very comfortable discussing anything and everything with him. We work together.
May 12, 2024
Easy and excellent experience
May 08, 2024
Doctor was very helpful and appreciated.
May 06, 2024
Dr. Kaufman is very informative and concerned about my care
May 05, 2024
Professional and courteous
May 04, 2024
I always have a good and very helpful visits when I get my appointments to see my doctor.
April 20, 2024
I couldn't have asked the doctor to be more straight forward. Every thing was explained to my satisfaction!
March 23, 2024
Awesome Dr!!!
March 15, 2024
Good job
March 13, 2024
The doctor understands my health care problems even though he is new to me we talked all through it I made suggestions he needs suggestions and we work together to make me better I have been very sick. It was a collaboration of both of us to come to a solution
February 11, 2024
Dr Kauffman and I partnered in my care with ease. We discuss meds and side effects as well as options.
January 06, 2024
Great
December 24, 2023
Dr Kaufman was very caring and pinpointed the issue right away.
December 02, 2023
This group continues to provide superior service!

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