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Dr. Karl Swann, MD

Dr. Karl Swann, MD

Neurosurgery*

Dr. Karl Swann, MD is a neurosurgeon in San Antonio, TX. He is affiliated with Uvalde Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 32 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (32 reviews)

Practice

4410 Medical Dr Ste 610 San Antonio, TX 78229

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Dr. Swann is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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. Swann specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. See reviews
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Swann's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Swann

4.4
32 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 star
81%
81%
4 star
3%
3%
3 star
3%
3%
2 star
0%
0%
1 star
13%
13%

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Dr. Swann performed a brain tumor removal which according to my prognosis I was not able to survive. Dr. Swann saw me, evaluated me, and a week later I was having surgery. he did gave us all the pro’s and con’s of the surgery before the procedure, but Thank God and Dr. Swann I’m still here 32 years later. Forever great full for his incredible knowledge and ability to do what he does.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Gabriela Gomez – Mar 30, 2025
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The surgery Karl Swann performed on me has ruined my life.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Darla Houston – Aug 26, 2020
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My husband's surgery was 10/2017 and he still can't use his left arm and his left leg is getting much weaker. Dr Swann has no bedside manner - as much trouble as my husband has had and as much destruction as Dr Swann caused, he has not even one time ever called to check on my husband. My husband, Sammy, has not had even ONE DAY of no pain, not one day of happiness, not one day of quality of life day in two years ----- Swann is not a quack, but he is not a good doctor. He said Sammy had a mini-stroke, but not one other doctor agrees with this. What happened is Swann screwed up and pinched a nerve somewhere causing all this damage --- beware of this doctor.
What went well
  • Office environment
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Jo Miller – Aug 13, 2019
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Dr. Swann is the best surgeon in town. I had two herniated discs iny cervical spine for a long time and I was plaqued with migraines for years. He did my surgery and for the first time I woke up in the hospital with no pain. He is attentive and his nurse and staff are amazing.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
5 others found this helpful
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Retta Moran in Mico, TX – Sep 03, 2018
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Dr. Swann has performed 2 operations on me - lumbar fusion in 2003 and cervical fusion in 2013. Both were extremely successful. He is the only doctor I would trust my spine to! My only complaint is the level of difficulty I've been experiencing trying to get an MRI scheduled or an appointment to see if I need one. I've called 3 times and no response. I know everyone is busy but really? No response even if only to say get the MRI first then we'll talk??
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
4 others found this helpful
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Mary Begnoche in San Antonio, TX – Oct 19, 2017
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After recent spinal surgery I have had to communicate many times with the office. They returned my calls promptly and worked diligently to get procedures and medical equipment covered by insurance. Dr Swann, his nurse, Martha and his receptionist, Nancy have been helpful with every step of the way.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
13 others found this helpful
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Laura in new braunfels, tx – Jul 13, 2016
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Absolutely recommend him!!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
12 others found this helpful
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Stacie V. in San Antonio, TX – Jun 30, 2016
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Dr. Swann is a great doctor but his staff needs to change their attitude a lot. They lie in regards to never receiving referrals, calls, and receiving voicemails. If he had better staff it would definitely be 5 star review. They're rude, and really don't care. However, Dr Swann is a great doctor and its worth dealing with his staff. So sad.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
34 others found this helpful
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Mar 11, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Karl Swann, MD is a neurosurgeon in San Antonio, TX. He is affiliated with Uvalde Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients.
  • Neurosurgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Massachusetts General Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
Neurosurgery
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Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Dr. Swann is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    Neurosurgical Associates of San Antonio P.A.4410 Medical Dr Ste 610 San Antonio, TX 78229
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Uvalde Memorial Hospital

      1025 Garner Field Rd
      Uvalde, TX 78801

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

      91%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      84%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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