The 20 Best Dementia Doctors Near Me in Rapid City, SD

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The 20 Best Dementia Doctors near Rapid City, SD

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 19 doctor with experience in Dementia near Rapid City, SD. Of these, 18 are Experienced and 1 are Advanced.

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19 providers found
    Experienced in Dementia
    Psychiatry | Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
    Experienced in Dementia
    Psychiatry | Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

    Monument Health Rapid City Hospital Inc

    915 Mountain View Rd, 
    Rapid City, SD 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Susan Howard is a Psychiatrist and a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist in Rapid City, South Dakota. Dr. Howard is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. Her top areas of expertise are Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Disorder (BPD), Major Depression, and Schizophrenia.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Psychiatry
    Experienced in Dementia
    Psychiatry

    Monument Health Rapid City Hospital Inc

    915 Mountain View Rd, 
    Rapid City, SD 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Harry Hamlyn is a Psychiatrist in Rapid City, South Dakota. Dr. Hamlyn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Bipolar Disorder (BPD), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Major Depression, and Schizophrenia.

    Advanced in Dementia
    Advanced in Dementia

    Monument Health Rapid City Hospital Inc.

    640 Flormann St, 
    Rapid City, SD 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Priscilla Bade is a Geriatrics provider in Rapid City, South Dakota. Dr. Bade is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. Her top areas of expertise are Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Vascular Dementia, and Painful Swallowing.

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    Experienced in Dementia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Dementia
    Family Medicine

    Medical Arts Clinic Pro. L.L.C.

    717 Saint Francis St, 
    Rapid City, SD 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Egon Dzintars is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Rapid City, South Dakota. Dr. Dzintars is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Labyrinthitis, Sitosterolemia, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Dementia
    Family Medicine

    Medical Arts Clinic Pro. L.L.C.

    717 Saint Francis St, 
    Rapid City, SD 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Wayne Plooster is a Family Medicine provider in Rapid City, South Dakota. Dr. Plooster is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Vitamin D Deficiency, and Anemia.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Dementia
    Family Medicine

    Medical Arts Clinic Pro. L.L.C.

    717 Saint Francis St, 
    Rapid City, SD 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Erika Toyoda is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Rapid City, South Dakota. Dr. Toyoda is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, and Melorheostosis.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine

    Monument Health Rapid City Hospital Inc.

    640 Flormann St, 
    Rapid City, SD 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jennifer Williamson is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Rapid City, South Dakota. Dr. Williamson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. Her top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypothyroidism.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine

    Monument Health Rapid City Hospital Inc.

    640 Flormann St, 
    Rapid City, SD 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Heidi Strouth is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Rapid City, South Dakota. Dr. Strouth is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. Her top areas of expertise are Anemia, Familial Hypofibrinogenemia, High Molecular Weight Kininogen Deficiency, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Dementia
    Family Medicine

    Monument Health Rapid City Hospital Inc.

    640 Flormann St, 
    Rapid City, SD 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Cathy Hennies is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Rapid City, South Dakota. Dr. Hennies is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. Her top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Dementia
    Family Medicine

    Bailey JD & MP Merryman Et Al Partners

    2820 Mount Rushmore Rd, 
    Rapid City, SD 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jamie Schaeffer is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Rapid City, South Dakota. Dr. Schaeffer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. Her top areas of expertise are Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, Osteopenia, and Melorheostosis.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Psychiatry
    Experienced in Dementia
    Psychiatry
    2908 Fifth Street, 
    Rapid City, SD 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Scott Cherry is a Psychiatrist in Rapid City, South Dakota. Dr. Cherry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top area of expertise is Dementia.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Emergency Medicine
    Experienced in Dementia
    Emergency Medicine

    Monument Health Rapid City Hospital Inc.

    1303 N Lacrosse St, 
    Rapid City, SD 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Douglas Everson is a primary care provider, practicing in Emergency Medicine in Rapid City, South Dakota. Dr. Everson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Chronic Cough, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Vertigo.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Dementia
    Family Medicine

    Rapid City Medical Center LLP

    101 E Minnesota St, 
    Rapid City, SD 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Goodhope is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Rapid City, South Dakota. Dr. Goodhope is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Dementia
    Family Medicine

    Rapid City Medical Center

    101 E Minnesota St, 
    Rapid City, SD 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alvin Wessel is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Rapid City, South Dakota. Dr. Wessel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) and Dementia.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Dementia
    Family Medicine

    Edgewood Rapid City LLC

    4001 Derby Ln, 
    Rapid City, SD 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Helen Kuehlman is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Rapid City, South Dakota. Dr. Kuehlman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. Her top areas of expertise are Post Polio Syndrome, Hereditary Ataxia, Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), and Dementia.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Experienced in Dementia

    Rapid City Regional Hospital Inc

    2929 5th St Ste 240, 
    Rapid City, SD 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jennifer Kruger is a Neurologist in Rapid City, South Dakota. Dr. Kruger is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. Her top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Essential Tremor, and Migraine.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Experienced in Dementia

    Office

    677 Cathedral Dr Ste 200, 
    Rapid City, SD 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Simmons is a Neurologist in Rapid City, South Dakota. Dr. Simmons is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Hereditary Spastic Paraparesis, Spastic Paraplegia Type 2, and Troyer Syndrome.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Experienced in Dementia

    Office

    677 Cathedral Dr Ste 200, 
    Rapid City, SD 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Suprasad Rao is a Neurologist in Rapid City, South Dakota. Dr. Rao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Peripheral Neuropathy, Memory Loss, Essential Tremor, and Seizures.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Neurology
    Experienced in Dementia
    Neurology

    Rapid City Regional Hospital Inc

    2929 5th St Ste 240, 
    Rapid City, SD 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Steven Hata is a Neurologist in Rapid City, South Dakota. Dr. Hata is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Memory Loss, Epilepsy, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Dementia?

    Dementia is a loss of brain function that occurs with certain diseases. It affects one or more brain functions such as memory, thinking, language, judgment, or behavior. Dementia may also be referred to as major neurocognitive disorder.

    When should I see a Dementia doctor near Rapid City, SD?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Dementia doctor near Rapid City, SD?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Dementia doctors near Rapid City, SD?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Dementia doctors near Rapid City, SD?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Dementia doctor near Rapid City, SD?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Dementia doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Dementia doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Dementia doctor near Rapid City, SD?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Dementia doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Dementia doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Dementia doctors near Rapid City, SD?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Dementia doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Dementia doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Dementia doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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