Dr. Richard Swedarsky, DO
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation*
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Dr. Richard Swedarsky, DO
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Dr. Richard Swedarsky, DO is a physical medicine & rehabilitation physician in Tacoma, WA. He is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
4.6 Star Rating
Based on 27 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (27 reviews)
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Locations
Franciscan Spine Associates at St. Joseph
New Patient?
(253) 366-5859
At a Glance
- Area of Expertise • Dr. Swedarsky specializes in the area of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. 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.
- Good Patient Care • Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Swedarsky's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Swedarsky
4.6
27 ratings, 25 with a written review
| 5 star | 81% | 81% |
| 4 star | 11% | 11% |
| 3 star | 0% | 0% |
| 2 star | 0% | 0% |
| 1 star | 7% | 7% |
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This was my first experience with pain management and naturally I was nervous. The doctor however was so engaging during the tests that me being nervous about the needle was no longer a concern. He was excellent.
What went well
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 01, 2025
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The doctor was very warm and affable. He explained my conditions well and shared treatment options and benefits.
What went well
- Listened & answered questions
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 24, 2025
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Great doctor. Easy to talk to, professional good communicator. Made a painful test bearable..
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 04, 2025
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Dr. Swedarsky was extremely thorough in the conduct of his examination of me while keeping me well informed of issues/concerns as he was discovering and assessing them along the way. The possibilities available to address these issues/concerns going forward were then discussed with Dr. Swedarsky, culminating in a plan of action to address them.
What went well
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 03, 2025
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The doctor was very informative and openly shared his thoughts on my pain situation. [...].
What went well
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 29, 2024
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Great experience
What went well
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 16, 2024
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Dr Swedarsky ROCKS!!! He's an awesome Dr
What went well
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 30, 2024
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Dr. Swedarsky was very compassionate and kind. His knowledge was apparent and he took time to examine the issue thoroughly. I highly recommend this doctor.
What went well
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 10, 2024
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Best doctor I've seen in over a decade of dealing with pain
What went well
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 02, 2024
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Dr Swedarsky is a very busy doctor but he took the time during this visit to listen and share some information that meant a lot. I really appreciate that. It means a lot to feel heard and seen by your doctor as a person.
What went well
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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May 28, 2024
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I was impressed with this doctor. He explained things very well and showed me multiple exercises to get me started healing. By the end of the appointment, I had complete confidence In his knowledge and abilities. A+
What went well
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 28, 2024
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Won't go anywhere else
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No results
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No results
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Apr 19, 2024
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Keep the passion of rendering very good customer service
What went well
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 17, 2024
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Dr. Swadarsky was very informative and has made a good treatment plan that fits with the rest of my care team's efforts in helping me with the pain and regrowth of my muscles. I appreciate how thorough he was.
What went well
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 12, 2024
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Dr Verzosa is the best Dr. I've had and I've had some very good ones.
What went well
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 04, 2024
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Very informative
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
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Michelle – Jan 08, 2024
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Dr. Swedarsky was very good and fun to work with. I felt very comfortable with him and he treated me with respect and was very professional.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 31, 2023
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Insofar as I could understand what was "wrong" with me, he did a good job. I really did not know enough to ask questions about medicine. BUT Dr S kind of anticipated this and helped me along.
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No results
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No results
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Nov 12, 2023
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He had a very good bedside manner. I appreciated it.
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No results
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Oct 03, 2023
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Dr Swedarsky is amazing. He listens and takes as much time as need to explain things in detail so you understand. I definitely will recommend him.
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No results
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Sep 15, 2023
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About Me
care philosophy
He strives to partner with his patients and assist them to take a critical role in their own care and well-being. For the control of acute and chronic pain, he draws from multiple modalities ranging from physical therapy and injections, to complementary...read morebiography
Richard Swedarsky, DO, is a board-certified physiatrist who cares for adults with musculoskeletal disorders. As an osteopathic physician, he approaches each patient as a combination of body and mind. He strives to partner with his patients and...read morePhysical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Bethesda, Md
Residency HospitalNew York Institute Of Technology College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation®
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Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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86%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home2% higher than the national average
75%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well1% lower than the national average
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