Dr. Richard Swenson is an orthopaedic surgeon specializing in complex joint replacement, revision joint reconstruction, and fractures of the hip and knee. He was drawn to adult reconstruction because of his love of working with his hands to solve technical challenges.
Dr. Richard Swenson is an orthopaedic surgeon specializing in complex joint replacement, revision joint reconstruction, and fractures of the hip and knee. He was drawn to adult reconstruction because of his love of working with his hands to solve technical challenges.
Dr. Richard Swenson is an Orthopaedic Surgeon specializing in complex joint replacement, revision joint reconstruction, and fractures of the hip and knee. He was originally drawn to adult reconstruction because of his love of working with his hands to solve technical challenges. However, he quickly discovered his favorite part of orthopaedics is the fulfillment that comes from helping others eliminate pain and solve complex problems such as infection, metal reaction, or implant failure.
He attended Brigham Young University on a four-year, full-tuition scholarship and graduated Magna Cum Laude with a degree in Biophysics. While there he was involved in several research projects and was received a student poster award as an undergraduate student competing against graduate students by the president of the Physical Chemistry division of the American Chemical Society at the national meeting in Chicago. This award led to a post-baccalaureate position where he contributed to several peer-reviewed papers in the Journal of Biophysics including an article featured on the cover of the issue.
Dr. Swenson graduated from Wake Forest School of Medicine. While in medical school, he was involved in several leadership activities as well as research. He worked to research the differences between the anterior and posterior surgical approaches to hip replacement and was part of the Wake Forest Institute of Regenerative Medicine. Dr. Swenson’s work in bone regeneration on artificial scaffolds was awarded a T1 transitional medicine award.
Following medical school, Dr. Swenson completed an Orthopaedic Surgery residency at Penn State University Milton S Hershey Medical Center. During that time, he found a link between anemia and treatment failure for infection. During his fourth year of residency, he was chosen by his peers and mentors to represent the program at the Resident Leadership Forum for the American Orthopaedic Association.
Following his training in general orthopaedic surgery, Dr. Swenson decided to sub-specialize in Adult Reconstruction. He completed his fellowship at the Mayo Clinic in Phoenix, Arizona. While there, he improved his surgical skills to include anterior hip replacement, robotic-assisted hip and knee replacement, patient-specific knee replacement, and complex hip and knee revisions including revising megaprostheses used to replace bones following resection of bony tumors.
When Dr. Swenson is not at work, he enjoys basketball, guitar, camping, church activity, and spending time with his wife and five children.
Residency
Penn State University
Medical School
Wake Forest School of Medicine
Fellowship Training
Mayo Clinic
Hospital Affiliations
Banner Baywood
Banner Gateway
Arizona Spine & Joint Hospital
Mercy Gilbert
Chandler Regional
He takes the time to explain what to expect and what is happening at this time. His whole team is great.
Communicates well what is happening in my knee.
Dr. Swenson has truly been one of the best orthopedic surgeons we have met. I have used him for my rheumatoid arthritis and my husband just had a total knee replacement done by him. He did an absolutely beautiful job. And he’s not the surgeon that you go in to see and he rushes you out. We have never felt rushed and we have never felt like we asked a dumb question. I would highly recommend Dr. Swenson!!!!
A DOCTOR WHO COMMUNICATES WELL WITH HIS PATIENT IS RARE! DR SWENSON PROVIDED ME WITH EXPLANATIONS, OPTIONS & A PLAN OF CARE!
Would not listen. Had made up his mind and refused to do further tests to get proper diagnosis. Got very defensive. Do not recommend
Takes time to listen to the patient. Explains the how, when and why’s of coming to his diagnosis. Allows you to ask any and all question and answer questions & concerns so the patient understands all procedures needed. Very carefully goes over all of the patient’s concerns. In good hands with Dr. Swenson.
Really listened to my issues and gave me choices. Made sure I knew the risks and his staff is very caring. Debbie, his scheduler is awesome.
Very personable. Asked about issues and listened to symptoms. Gave a clear recommendation for course of treatment.
He’s the best! Always makes time for me and gives me great advice.
I'm so excited for my surgery after the 1st few moments with Dr Swenson.