Dr. Michael Swords is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon, and focuses on surgical treatments of complex foot and ankle orthopedic conditions and traumatic orthopedic injuries.
Dr. Michael Swords is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon, and focuses on surgical treatments of complex foot and ankle orthopedic conditions and traumatic orthopedic injuries.
Dr. Michael Swords is focused on surgical treatment of complex foot and ankle orthopedic conditions and traumatic orthopedic injuries. He has a special interest in traumatic injuries and treatment of post traumatic conditions in the foot and ankle. Dr. Swords is active in clinical research, participating in a variety of clinical trials. Dr. Swords lectures and teaches surgeons both nationally and internationally on different aspects of treatment for both traumatic and reconstructive procedures. Dr. Swords is a leader in the trauma program for Sparrow Hospital, serving as director of Orthopedic Trauma since 2012.
Michael P. Swords, DO is a Lansing native who has had the following training:
Advanced Clinical Experience, Foot and Ankle Reconstruction, Harborview Medical Center, University of Washington, Seattle Washington
Orthopedic Surgery Residency, Michigan State University, Ingham Regional Medical Center, Lansing Michigan
BS – Zoology, Michigan State University
Memberships:
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics
Orthopaedic Trauma Association
AOTrauma
Michigan Orthopaedic Society
Hospital Affiliations:
Sparrow Hospital
Committees and Offices:
Director of Orthopedic Trauma, Sparrow Hospital
AO International Foot and Ankle Expert Group
AOTrauma Foot and Ankle Education Task Force, Regional Program Contributor for North America
Sparrow Physicians Health Network – Board Member
Sparrow Trauma Multi Disciplinary Peer Review Committee
Sparrow Trauma Operational Process Performance Committee
Consultant, Intercollegiate Athletics, Michigan State University
Explains things patiently. Pleased with the surgery outcome.
Very informative
I like how is straight to the point with his explanation. He does great work also.
Wonderful Dr. took his time in answering my mounds of questions and was clear on spot on to what the turn out is. Liked him alot and my very dear friend told me about him.
Your office is so well run, like nothing I have ever seen! Staff were prompt, knowledgeable and friendly. Thank you for making a scary situation for us parents comforting and enjoyable!
Just a great, thorough and confident in his skills Dr. We’ve appreciated and enjoyed his service.
Dr. Swords has a good nature approach to a patient like me. He explains the procedure thoroughly, open to questions. The surgery was without complications and is healing as well as expected. weare very pleased with the surgery.
I have a great deal of faith in Dr Swords. He is personable, explains his plan, listens to what I have to say and responds with appropriate and knowledgeable information.
Great surgeon and staff, took the time to explain everything and answer questions.
Dr. Swords is top notch in his field. I am very pleased with the outcome of my ankle surgery and how honest and forthcoming he has been. Highly recommended.