Heather E. Mcdougall
Expertise in
9
conditions

Dr. Heather E. Mcdougall

Gastroenterology
Sanford USD Medical Center
1305 W. 18th St., 
Sioux Falls, SD 
Accepting New Patients
Expertise in
9
conditions
Sanford USD Medical Center
1305 W. 18th St., 
Sioux Falls, SD 

Overview

Dr. McDougall specializes in gastroenterology. She performs colorectal cancer screenings, colonoscopy and other diagnostic and wellness screenings. The conditions she treats include: Speaks: English.

Dr. Mcdougall is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Crohn's Disease, Enlarged Liver, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

Dr. Mcdougall is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine: Gastroenterology. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Mcdougall is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in MN

Board Certifications

American Board Of Internal Medicine: Gastroenterology

Fellowships

University of Minnesota, Gastroenterology

Hospital Affiliations

Sanford Vermillion Medical Center
Sanford Usd Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Medica
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Northern Plains Alliance
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE PDP
Sanford
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
Sanford Health
  • HMO
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Walgreens
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Wellmark
  • HMO
  • POS
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Locations

Sanford USD Medical Center
1305 W. 18th St., Sioux Falls, SD 57105

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

3 Total Publications

Cost Savings of Using Fluorescein Strips in Laser Laryngoscopy.
Cost Savings of Using Fluorescein Strips in Laser Laryngoscopy.
Journal: Cureus
Published: January 31, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Heather E. Mcdougall

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Heather E. Mcdougall?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Heather E. Mcdougall by calling their office at 605-333-1000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Heather E. Mcdougall a top-rated expert for Angiodysplasia of the Colon?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Heather E. Mcdougall is classified as an Advanced expert for Angiodysplasia of the Colon, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Heather E. Mcdougall specialize in?

While Dr. Heather E. Mcdougall is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Heather E. Mcdougall participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Heather E. Mcdougall has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Angiodysplasia of the Colon. You can view a list of Dr. Heather E. Mcdougall's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Heather E. Mcdougall accept my insurance?

Dr. Heather E. Mcdougall accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 605-333-1000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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