Overview
Dr. Michael Shirley provides general medical care to patients during their hospital stay. He is a board-certified internal medicine specialist and cares for patients in a role similar to having a primary care physician in a hospital. Dr. Shirley coordinates his patients’ care with their primary care providers and other specialists to make sure they’re getting the best care possible. His services include: Dr. Shirley also serves as a clinical assistant professor of medicine at the University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine. Speaks: English.
His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Gallbladder Disease, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Endoscopy.
Dr. Shirley is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Dr. Shirley is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Michael W. Shirley
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michael W. Shirley?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Michael W. Shirley 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. Michael W. Shirley a top-rated expert for Liver Failure?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michael W. Shirley is classified as an Experienced expert for Liver Failure, 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. Michael W. Shirley specialize in?
While Dr. Michael W. Shirley is a Hospital Medicine, they have specific expertise in Liver Failure, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Endoscopy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hospital Medicine.
Does Dr. Michael W. Shirley participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Michael W. Shirley has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Liver Failure. You can view a list of Dr. Michael W. Shirley's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Michael W. Shirley accept my insurance?
Dr. Michael W. Shirley accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. 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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- Advanced BronchoscopyDr. Shirley isExperienced. Learn about Advanced Bronchoscopy.
- Bone Marrow AspirationDr. Shirley isExperienced. Learn about Bone Marrow Aspiration.
- ColonoscopyDr. Shirley isExperienced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- EndoscopyDr. Shirley isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Shirley isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GastrostomyDr. Shirley isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF)
- Hip ReplacementDr. Shirley isExperienced. Learn about Hip Replacement.
- Liver FailureDr. Shirley isExperienced. Learn about Liver Failure.
- Pacemaker ImplantationDr. Shirley isExperienced. Learn about Pacemaker Implantation.
- UreteroscopyDr. Shirley isExperienced. Learn about Ureteroscopy.