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About Me

Dr. Kimberlee McKay is an innovative specialist and expert in obstetrics and gynecology. She provides compassionate care for women of all ages and has also improved the way attending health care professionals deliver care.

Expert Care in Obstetrics & Gynecology

Dr. McKay offers comprehensive services in women’s health, seeing patients throughout their life for personalized care. Trust Dr. McKay for:

  • Annual women’s health exams, including Pap tests
  • Gynecologic surgery, including minimally invasive laparoscopic procedures
  • Labor and delivery
  • Pregnancy planning and care
  • Menopause care

Scientific Research Expertise

Dr. McKay serves as the Chief Medical Officer for Avera Research Institute, overseeing several studies dedicated to improving maternal and child health outcomes in South Dakota and beyond. She aims to improve telemedicine and rural obstetric care through her research.

Areas of Interest

  • Maternal health
  • Rural obstetrics
  • Telemedicine/telehealth
  • Health care delivery science

Current Studies

Active Lifestyle

When she’s not working, Dr. McKay loves going on adventures with her kids — whether that’s local attractions or locations, or traveling as a family.

Experience

Education

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

Residency

University of Kansas School of Medicine, Wichita, Obstetrics & Gynecology

Professional Memberships

  • South Dakota Maternal Mortality Review Committee
  • American College of Gynecology for Patient Safety
  • Society for OB-GYN Hospitalists Committee
  • Premier’s National Committee of the Perinatal Improvement Collaborative

Certifications

American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Reviews

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May 18, 2025
Dr McKay was amazing!!!! Compassionate, informative and very down to earth!
November 24, 2024
Dr took the time to listen to my needs.
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This directory contains information about the provider members of Independent Health Care Associates, Avera Health and all Avera entities, members of the Avera Medical Group, and employed select providers with Avera McKennan, Sioux Falls, SD and Avera Marshall, Marshall, MN and physicians with hospital privileges at Avera St. Luke's, Aberdeen, SD; Avera Sacred Heart, Yankton, SD; Avera Queen of Peace, Mitchell, SD; Avera St. Mary's, Pierre, SD.

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