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Dr. Erik Swenson, MD

Dr. Erik Swenson, MD

Rheumatology*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Erik Swenson, MD is a rheumatologist in Urbandale, IA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Swenson has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. He graduated from University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine in 2005. He is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 30 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (30 reviews)

Practice

8421 Plum Dr Urbandale, IA 50322
(515) 270-7222

Dr. Swenson is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Swenson specializes in the area of Rheumatology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Swenson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Swenson

4.3

30 ratings, 9 with a written review
5 Star
83%
83%
4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
17%
17%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 21, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Camerin Stokesbary – Mar 30, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Jul 19, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 16, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 16, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 28, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
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Jan 03, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Ankeny, IA – May 04, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
8 people found this helpful
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melanie in Des Moines, IA – Feb 24, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Erik Swenson, MD is a rheumatologist in Urbandale, IA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Swenson has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. He graduated from University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine...read more

  • Rheumatology

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  • University Of Iowa Carver College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2005
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Rheumatology
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Dr. Swenson is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Office8421 Plum Dr Urbandale, IA 50322
    1

    Practice

    Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center1111 6th Ave Des Moines, IA 50314
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

      1111 6th Ave
      Des Moines, IA 50314
      Recipient of 4
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      71%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      5% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality