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Michael Swords, D.O.
Michigan Orthopedic Center
Orthopedics: Surgery of the Foot and Ankle, Foot and Ankle Replacements and Reconstruction
Lansing, MI
4.8
511 Ratings
205 Comments
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.
4.8
511 Ratings
205 Comments
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.
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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
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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.
Excellent doctor!! I am grateful for Dr Swords!!!
Dr.Swords was recommended to me by several people. I am thankful to have the best doctor for my badly broken leg.
Confident Caring and Capable. Follow this man's instructions as he knows what he is talking about when he tells you to do it!! Thanks for the great care!
Dr. Swords is an amazing surgeon! I would highly recommend his services.
Very knowledgeable liked that his first instinct wasn’t surgery
Dr. Swords let me know what to expect, answered my questions and addressed my concerns.
Top notch surgeon!!! Extremely well liked, highly respected!!! I was very impressed with my surgery, the progress and the outcome! Thank you!!!
I could not be more grateful to be a patient of Dr. Swords. With his extensive Knowledge and experience, Dr. Swords is truly the best of the best. I'm in great hands, and so thankful for Dr. Swords in helping me get my life back after nearly a decade of ankle pain.