Samuel J. Swiggett, MD is a board eligible fellowship trained orthopedic surgeon. He completed his undergraduate education at Boston College and received his medical degree from Florida International University (FIU) Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine in Miami, FL. He then completed his residency in general orthopedic surgery at Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY.
Samuel J. Swiggett, MD is a board eligible fellowship trained orthopedic surgeon. He completed his undergraduate education at Boston College and received his medical degree from Florida International University (FIU) Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine in Miami, FL. He then completed his residency in general orthopedic surgery at Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY.
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Very professional and competent
(1 week ago)
Aug-2026
Dr Swiggett was very informative and explained everything regarding testing done etc. He is very caring and addressed all my concerns. I highly recommend him.
(2 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
5 Star !!
Start to finish !!
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
Wonderful! Professional and spot on with the Dx and treatment!
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
Very nice took time to explain things to me and easy to talk to
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
He’s the best, I received excellent care, from Dr. Swiggett He has ocompassion for patients and that’s a rear quartile now days keep up the Excellent job..
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
Great surgeon! Just had my one year post on shoulder surgery. Dr. Swiggett was pleased with my recovery. (Doing awesome) I must give credit to Dr. Swiggett for excellent pre and post care. He is through explaining options, procedures and expectations!
Highly recommend Dr. Swiggett if you have any concerns about shoulder issues.
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
Fine fellow
(2 months ago)
Jun-2026
Wonderful attention to patient concerns, and his professionalism was very much appreciated. I would recommend him to anyone with orthopedic issues.
(2 months ago)
Jun-2026
Excellent doctor
(2 months ago)
Jun-2026
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AFOA - 5th Street
10051 5th St North St. Petersburg, FL 33702
AFOA - Bayfront Medical Plaza
603 7th St South Suite 450 & 480 St. Petersburg, FL 33701
AFOA - South Pasadena
1615 Pasadena Ave S Suite 150 South Pasadena, FL 33707
AFOA - Central Avenue
4423 Central Avenue Central Avenue, FL 33713
Samuel J. Swiggett, MD is a board eligible fellowship trained orthopedic surgeon. He completed his undergraduate education at Boston College and received his medical degree from Florida International University (FIU) Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine in Miami, FL. He then completed his residency in general orthopedic surgery at Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY. During this time, he also completed a one-year research fellowship. Additionally, he completed a fellowship in Shoulder & Elbow surgery at the prestigious Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island under the direction of Drs. Andrew Green and E. Scott Paxton.
Dr. Swiggett sees patients for orthopedic concerns such as foot/ankle/leg/hip fractures, hip and knee pain, back pain, hand/wrist and other upper extremity issues.
His fellowship focused on the management and operative techniques of shoulder and elbow injuries. The typical problems that he evaluates and treats includes rotator cuff tears and impingement, shoulder and elbow instability/dislocations, shoulder and elbow arthritis, shoulder fractures (humerus, glenoid, scapula, and clavicle), elbow fractures, malunion and nonunions of these fractures, tendon injuries of the shoulder and elbow, labral tears, throwing injuries and other sports injuries of the upper extremity.
Dr. Swiggett has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications and presented his research at national and international orthopedic conferences. He is an active member of several professional societies, including the American Society of Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons (ASES) and American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS).
A native of St. Petersburg, Dr. Swiggett joined the practice in September of 2024. In his spare time, Dr. Swiggett enjoys traveling, skiing, boating, and spending time with his wife and child. He is an avid supporter of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Lightning, and Rays.
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Very professional and competent
Dr Swiggett was very informative and explained everything regarding testing done etc. He is very caring and addressed all my concerns. I highly recommend him.
5 Star !! Start to finish !!
Wonderful! Professional and spot on with the Dx and treatment!
Very nice took time to explain things to me and easy to talk to
He’s the best, I received excellent care, from Dr. Swiggett He has ocompassion for patients and that’s a rear quartile now days keep up the Excellent job..
Great surgeon! Just had my one year post on shoulder surgery. Dr. Swiggett was pleased with my recovery. (Doing awesome) I must give credit to Dr. Swiggett for excellent pre and post care. He is through explaining options, procedures and expectations! Highly recommend Dr. Swiggett if you have any concerns about shoulder issues.
Fine fellow
Wonderful attention to patient concerns, and his professionalism was very much appreciated. I would recommend him to anyone with orthopedic issues.
Excellent doctor