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Dr. John Swicegood, MD

Dr. John Swicegood, MD

Interventional Pain Medicine*
40+ years of experience

Dr. John Swicegood, MD is an interventional pain medicine physician in Fort Smith, AR and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Texas Health Sciences Center at San Antonio Long School of Medicine in 1982. He is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Fort Smith. He is not accepting new patients.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 23 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (23 reviews)

Practice

7303 Rogers Ave Ste 100 Fort Smith, AR 72903
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(479) 314-1767

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Swicegood specializes in the area of Anesthesiology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Swicegood's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Swicegood

4.7

23 ratings, 12 with a written review
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1 Star
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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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James Melvin – Aug 28, 2021
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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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Bill Hutchinson – Feb 02, 2021
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Ray Copeland – Nov 07, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Sep 25, 2020
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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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Linda R. Bradshaw – Jul 01, 2020
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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
4 people found this helpful
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Mary – Dec 10, 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
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Lesley Clark – Oct 22, 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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Donna goodnight in Ft smith, AR – Dec 13, 2018
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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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Peggy Robison in Hartford, AR – Jul 17, 2018
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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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
May 03, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 11, 2018
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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
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Danny Freeman in Ft Smith, AR – May 09, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

The US healthcare system is deplorable, it has failed most people in chronic pain- we try to do what we can in one site of service realizing that injection therapies are not for everyone, nor are they appropriate for everyone. We emphasize wellness,...read more

  • Interventional Pain Medicine

  • Anesthesiology

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

  • Anesthesiology

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Diplomat American Board Of Interventional Pain Practice

    Fellowship Hospital, 2005

  • Fellowship Interventional Pain Practice

    Fellowship Hospital, 2003

  • University Ky

    Residency Hospital, 1985

  • Orlando Regional Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1983

  • University Of Texas Health Sciences Center At San Antonio Long School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1982

  • Texas A & M University / Main Campus

    Undergraduate School, 1976
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Anesthesiology®
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Anesthesiology
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Locations

Practice

Advanced Interventional Pain and Diagnostics of Western Arkansas LLC7303 Rogers Ave Ste 100 Fort Smith, AR 72903
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mercy Hospital Fort Smith

    7301 Rogers Ave
    Fort Smith, AR 72903
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    78%
    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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