Overview
Dr. Richard Swenson is a hip and knee orthopedic surgeon and Intermountain Health’s Utah Valley Orthopedics – Provo in Provo, Utah. He supports patients in Provo, Orem, Vineyard, Lindon, and surrounding communities, providing total joint replacement in the hip and knee so patients can regain their ability to live active lives.Dr. Swenson aims to collaborate with patients to keep them active and out of pain. He believes this is best achieved when working along patients as a partnership to decide on treatments best suited for each person. As a caregiver, he has been involved in many leadership roles in his group, local hospital systems, and insurance panels. After several years practicing his craft in Arizona, he was excited to come home to Utah.Outside the clinic, the Sandy, Utah native enjoys spending time with his wife and six kids. He enjoys outdoors, sports, home projects, and music.
Dr. Swenson is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, Tendinitis, and Knee Replacement.
Dr. Swenson is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Swenson is currently accepting new patients.
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Provo, UT 84604
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Richard D. Swenson
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Richard D. Swenson?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Richard D. Swenson by calling their office at 801-357-1200. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Richard D. Swenson a top-rated expert for Osteoarthritis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Richard D. Swenson is classified as an Advanced expert for Osteoarthritis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Richard D. Swenson specialize in?
While Dr. Richard D. Swenson is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, and Tenosynovitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Richard D. Swenson participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Richard D. Swenson has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Osteoarthritis. You can view a list of Dr. Richard D. Swenson's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Richard D. Swenson accept my insurance?
Dr. Richard D. Swenson accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 801-357-1200 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- BursitisDr. Swenson isAdvanced. Learn about Bursitis.
- OsteoarthritisDr. Swenson isAdvanced. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
- TendinitisDr. Swenson isAdvanced. Learn about Tendinitis.
- TenosynovitisDr. Swenson isAdvanced. Learn about Tenosynovitis.
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- ArthritisDr. Swenson isExperienced. Learn about Arthritis.
- Fibrodysplasia Ossificans ProgressivaDr. Swenson isExperienced. Learn about Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva.
- Knee ReplacementDr. Swenson isExperienced. Learn about Knee Replacement.
- Progressive Osseous HeteroplasiaDr. Swenson isExperienced. Learn about Progressive Osseous Heteroplasia.