About Me

The desire to become a physician has always stuck with Nicholas Kaufman, MD, who serves as an internal medicine physician at Avera Medical Group Internal Medicine in Sioux Falls, SD.

Expert Internal Medicine Care for Adults

Internal medicine is a specialty that focuses on the unique and broad health needs of individuals over age 18.

Some of the conditions Dr. Kaufman treats include:

His role also includes preventive care, helping patients stay up-to-date on their mammograms, colonoscopies, HPV screenings, blood work and more.

“Internal medicine gives me the unique opportunity to work will all different age groups who require specialized care to meet their health goals,” said Dr. Kaufman.

Patient Care Involves the Patient

The most important person of the care team is you, the patient. Dr. Kaufman is dedicated to educating you about the options, risks and benefits of treatment approaches so you feel confident about making the right decision.

Active Lifestyle

When Dr. Kaufman is not at work, he enjoys spending time with his wife and children. He also likes to golf and fish.

Before joining Avera, Dr. Kaufman served in the United States Air Force.

Experience

Education

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

Residency

San Antonio Military Medical Center, San Antonio, TX, Internal Medicine

Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine

Reviews

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January 30, 2026
Dr. Kaufman truly is a great doctor and he listens and acknowledges what I am telling him and sharing my concerns and gives me great feedback and help! This was a great visit! He's my primary care physician.
January 29, 2026
A wonderful experience! Great staff & Doctor!
January 29, 2026
Dr Kaufman is always my preferred go to if my Dr is not available. He makes me feel like he truly listens and explains everything to me directly for my understanding
January 28, 2026
New patient visit after 22 years with my Dr. retiring. Dr. Kaufman put me at ease the moment he walked in. Friendly, knowledgeable and a sense of humor. We're off to a good start!
January 26, 2026
It was the best visit
January 25, 2026
Everyone was very kind and efficient. They were very knowledgeable and I highly recommend them.
January 23, 2026
Wonderful care by all
January 17, 2026
Very caring doctor (Nicholas Kaufman) and his nurse!
January 15, 2026
It was a very good experience.
January 05, 2026
He was super. He made me feel so confident that he really listened and answered any questions I had. He was very comforting. He acted on his approach to the problem. I felt so relieved when leaving his office.
December 20, 2025
Great experience
December 05, 2025
All very good
November 23, 2025
Great Doctor always listen to your concerns
November 23, 2025
Explains medical plan clearly
November 21, 2025
Enjoyed my visit. Questions answered. Felt like he really paid attention to my issues. Very pleased.
November 20, 2025
I really like Dr. Kaufman. He listen very well to all of my concerns.
November 17, 2025
Dr. KAUFMAN is a great doctor and so glad that he took me on. Very confident in how Dr. KAUFMAN handles everything and the Nurses too! Thank you,
November 14, 2025
Dr Kaufman and his nurse are amazing, professional, and treat you like gold. Thank you.
November 13, 2025
Very good experience with all clinic personnel . Would recommend to others.
November 12, 2025
Outstanding Dr and nurse staff was super fantastic and helpful
November 07, 2025
Dr. Kaufman listened to my rare disease. He was sympathetic to my needs.
November 05, 2025
Highly recommended Dr.Kaufman, excellent doctor.
November 02, 2025
Dr. Nick is outstanding!
October 23, 2025
Beyond amazing service they took good care of me. They respected me they heard me. We got things fixed
October 20, 2025
Very good!!
October 12, 2025
Plan continuing with this doctor and staff!
October 05, 2025
Very good aapt. Doctor listened and did not object to my suggestions, too.
September 30, 2025
Dr. Kaufman was very pleasant to work with.
September 28, 2025
Reason for condition unknown
September 14, 2025
Wonderful and knowledgeable doctor
September 05, 2025
Dr Kaufman is wonderful! I have been going to him for 5-years now.
September 03, 2025
Professional, caring, courteous. Ne Plus Ultra!
September 01, 2025
I always receive excellent care and advice from the doctor and nurses. Thank you very much.
August 31, 2025
Great service,Great crew
August 26, 2025
Was pleased with the ease it was to find a new internist after I learned my Dr was retiring. The Avera system made that transition seamless and Dr Kaufman's web page was also encouraging.
August 09, 2025
Wonderful, exceptional for this day and time.
August 08, 2025
The doctor and PA were excellent
July 31, 2025
Very good experience for him
June 29, 2025
Dr. Kaufman talks too fast, even when I ask him to slow down. Even my captions-app can't keep up. Otherwise he's GREAT
June 21, 2025
Doctor Kaufman is not only professional and courteous, he takes the time to listen to my concerns, asks questions to clarify history and symptoms and gives options for treatment.
June 13, 2025
I felt that I was listened to and the pace of the exam was good, I wasn't rushed.
June 04, 2025
My sister is a RN AND HIGHLY RECOMMENDED HIM EXCELLENT DR I KNOW
May 30, 2025
Dr Kaufman is such a wonderful doctor. He is kind and professional and cares about his patients.
May 16, 2025
Dr Kaufman and his nurse excellent visit.
May 07, 2025
I have a good experience Thank you
May 04, 2025
All very good
May 03, 2025
I feel very confident and comfortable with the care that I always receive in my every appointment.
April 27, 2025
Dr Nick is OUTSTANDING!
April 17, 2025
Dr Kaufman was wonderful!!!He remembered us!!! From a year ago!!!!
April 14, 2025
Dr. Kaufman was patient and took time to answer all my questions.

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