Shawn M. Vuong
Expertise in
1
conditions

Dr. Shawn M. Vuong

General Surgery | Neurosurgery
Sanford Brain And Spine Center Sioux Falls
Sioux Falls, SD 
Accepting New Patients
Expertise in
1
conditions
Sanford Brain And Spine Center Sioux Falls
Sioux Falls, SD 

Overview

Dr. Shawn Vuong is a neurosurgeon who treats children and adults. He specializes in treating Chiari malformation, trigeminal neuralgia, traumatic brain injuries, brain tumors and cancers, scoliosis and pediatric hydrocephalus. Dr. Vuong is the only board-certified pediatric neurosurgeon in South Dakota. He outreaches to Black Hills Pediatrics in Rapid City, SD. He treats these cranial conditions: Adult hydrocephalus Arteriovenous malformations Astrocytoma Brain and brain stem tumors Cavernous malformations (cavernomas) Cerebral abscess Chiari malformation Ependymoma and subependymoma Epidermoid or dermoid tumors Epidural hematoma Glioblastoma multiforme Glioma Hypothalamic gliomas Insular gliomas Intracranial aneurysms Intra-ventricular tumors Low-grade gliomas Meningioma Metastatic lesions Neurocytoma Normal pressure hydrocephalus Oligodendroglioma Optic pathway gliomas Other rare brain tumors Pinal region tumors Pituitary adenoma Pseudotumor cerebri or idiopathic intracranial hypertension Subarachnoid hematoma Subdural empyema Subdural hematoma Traumatic brain injury Trigeminal neuralgia Vestibular schwannoma (acoustic neuroma) Dr. Vuong also treats: Burst fractures Carpal tunnel Compression fractures Degenerative spine disease Scoliosis Vertebral spine fractures He treats these conditions in children: Craniosynostosis Dandy-Walker malformation Encephalocele Hydrocephalus Moyamoya disease Myelomeningocele (a type of spina bifida) Pediatric aneurysms Pediatric arteriovenous malformations Pediatric brain tumors Pediatric Chiari malformation Resistant pediatric epilepsy Scoliosis Spinal cord lipoma Syrinx Tethered cord Vein of Galen malformations Speaks: English.

Dr. Vuong is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Essential Tremor, Hydrocephalus, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Laminectomy.

Dr. Vuong is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 16 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Vuong is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

General Surgery
Neurosurgery

Board Certifications

American Board Of Neurological Surgery

Fellowships

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, Pediatric Neurosurgery

Hospital Affiliations

Sanford Usd Medical Center
Sanford Medical Center Aberdeen

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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

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Accepted insurance plans:

Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Medica
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Sanford Health
  • HMO
  • PPO
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Wellmark
  • HMO
  • POS

Locations

Sanford Brain and Spine Center Sioux Falls
Sioux Falls, SD 57104
Other Locations
Sanford Neurosurgery and Spine Clinic
Medical, Building 2, 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.

16 Total Publications

Acute Spontaneous Subaponeurotic Fluid Collection in a 3-month-old.
Acute Spontaneous Subaponeurotic Fluid Collection in a 3-month-old.
Journal: South Dakota medicine : the journal of the South Dakota State Medical Association
Published: July 18, 2026
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Is Dr. Shawn M. Vuong a top-rated expert for Essential Tremor?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Shawn M. Vuong is classified as an Advanced expert for Essential Tremor, 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. Shawn M. Vuong specialize in?

While Dr. Shawn M. Vuong is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Essential Tremor, Hydrocephalus, and Awake Craniotomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.

Does Dr. Shawn M. Vuong participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Shawn M. Vuong has published 16 articles and abstracts on conditions like Essential Tremor. You can view a list of Dr. Shawn M. Vuong's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Shawn M. Vuong accept my insurance?

Dr. Shawn M. Vuong accepts most major insurance plans, including Humana and Medica. We recommend calling the office directly at 605-312-8500 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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