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If you’re looking for experienced and compassionate care for conditions related to the brain, spine and nervous system, look to Lisa Viola, DO, a board-certified neurologist at Avera Medical Group Neurology in Sioux Falls, SD.

Expert Care for Your Brain, Spine & Nervous System

As a general neurologist, Dr. Viola diagnoses and treats a variety of neurological conditions. She offers additional expertise in neuromuscular disease, multiple sclerosis (MS) and headaches.

Because of the complexity of conditions related to the brain, spine and nervous system, Dr. Viola takes time to listen to and work with each individual. “I love working with and helping people,” she says. “My patients can present in many different ways so diagnosing and treating them takes a lot of thought and attention to detail.”

Dr. Viola’s go-to advice is all about being proactive when it comes to your health. “Preventive care such as eating healthy, sleeping well, exercising regularly and avoiding smoking is the key to long-term health and well-being.”

Active Lifestyle

In her free time Dr. Viola likes to spend time with her family, travel, cook and stay active. 

Experience

Education

New York College of Osteopathic Medicine, Old Westbury, NY, Medical School

Internships

Nassau County Medical Center, East Meadow, NY, Internal Medicine

Residency

Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, NY, Neurology

Fellowship

Montefiore Medical Center, New York, NY, Clinical Neurophysiology and Neuromuscular Disease/Electromyography (EMG)

Certifications

American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology - Neurology

American Board of Medical Specialties - Clinical Neurophysiology

American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine

Reviews

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September 27, 2025
Dr. Viola is such a blessing for our son. She is a kind and compassionate professional.
September 14, 2025
Dr. Viola was very polite and attentive. We are coming up with the best course of action to treat what is going on.
September 07, 2025
I felt Dr Viola did a tremendous job of illiciting a thorough history and educating me about my problem and my treatment options.
August 21, 2025
Dr Viola was curious and caring. I feel like I'm in the best hands
August 15, 2025
Dr. Viola was amazing. She took the time to answer all my questions. I highly recommend her.
August 09, 2025
Very good
August 09, 2025
The staff was very nice and willing to listen to my concerns.
July 31, 2025
Dr. Viola and her team always provide excellent service. She is personable and very easy to talk to her. I really like Dr. Viola.
July 27, 2025
Dr. Viola listened, asked questions, gave answers to my questions. She was stellar
July 24, 2025
Good dr
June 29, 2025
I really liked Dr Viola-she was very easy to understand and explained things very good.
June 14, 2025
I really like Dr Viola.
June 07, 2025
Very outstanding in her field, knowledgeable, explained things well and is will to help or get me guided in the right direction
May 17, 2025
Dr. Viola is a very personable and caring provider. I appreciate that she took time talk to me after my injections.
May 08, 2025
Nothing but happy and eager for the care I need from Dr. Viola!
April 19, 2025
Dr Viola (and nurse) are so good! Dr always asks how things went after last visit, will answer Qs if I have any. FULL of information and a pleasure to deal with.
April 16, 2025
Had a great visit
March 23, 2025
Dr. Viola exam was very thorough and explained all the options very well.
March 22, 2025
She is wonderful, I would highly recommend her!
March 08, 2025
Very good.
February 22, 2025
Dr Viola was wonderful!
February 20, 2025
Dr Viola is always a good listener/caring
February 13, 2025
Excellent care by Dr. Viola!
February 09, 2025
Would highly recommend my doctor to everyone I know
January 26, 2025
She was wonderful. I just felt scattered trying to explain my situation. I wish I could've just explained my concerns from start to finish but felt the questioning was scattered and so things didn't really line up. So therefore I didn't feel like she got a very good understanding of my concerns
January 20, 2025
Dr. Viola has always listened to how I'm feeling
January 04, 2025
Dr Viola was outstanding. She spent 20-30 with us and she appeared to have all the time for me . It was a great experience and I feltShe really cared about me
December 30, 2024
Good
December 16, 2024
Good
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