Dr. Christopher E. Swanson, MD | Jacksonville, FL | Sports Medicine

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Dr. Swanson graduated from the Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in 2007. Dr. Swanson works in Jacksonville, FL and specializes in Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Swanson is affiliated with St Vincent's Medical Center Southside.

accepting new patients
4.9

154 Ratings
19 years of experience
53 insurance plans accepted
speaks Spanish, English
Drexel University College Of Medicine
125 written reviews
1 award
2 specialties
25 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location

Patients express high satisfaction with Dr. Christopher E Swanson, praising his professionalism, thoroughness, and caring demeanor. They appreciate his ability to explain options clearly, provide informed recommendations, and make them feel valued and understood, often highlighting his excellent surgical skills and supportive staff. While the majority of reviews are positive, a few patients mention long wait times and canceled appointments, indicating some issues with appointment scheduling. Overall, Dr. Swanson receives high recommendations from his patients for both his medical and interpersonal skills.

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Dr. Swanson is a very good Orthopedist. He discusses with you all that is going on with your shoulder. He gives you options before recommending surgery, He is very professional,

December 2nd, 2025

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me and both of my teenage sons have all been to Dr. Swanson. I cannot say enough of great things about him and his team. They are incredible people. We always feel so welcome. It never feels like they’re in a hurry. They take their time to explain everything I would recommend them to anybody they make you feel like you’re the only patient. I can only imagine it’s like the way it used to be when doctors made house calls.

November 4th, 2025

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Very nice, straight to the point. Made a plan and took care of me the first visit

October 7th, 2025

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Outstanding!! Dr. Swanson recommendation to me for my knee was outstanding ! He gave me the pros and cons and his advice on TKR. I decided another alternative to see if the medical recommendations help!

September 25th, 2025

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Understanding professional. Help with making a call on my up coming surgery. Two options, took the one with less down time, have to take care of disabled wife.

September 25th, 2025

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Dr Swanson was very friendly and professional. He listened to my problem and came up with a good plan to treat my shoulder. The staff in the office is very efficient and friendly also.

September 16th, 2025

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Wonderful Dr, and amazing person, he always tells me what I need, and the staff is amazing. Love Dr Swanson

August 22nd, 2025

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dr swanson is professional...caring and listens well...very thorough in explaining options...throughly trust him....highly recommend him

July 21st, 2025

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Highly recommend Dr Swanson. Him and his team are very efficient and patient oriented. Great overall experience with 2 surgeries now.

July 14th, 2025

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Dr. Swanson and his staff are amazing. My wait time was less than 5 min from arrival. I was in and out of my appointment in less than 20 min. His office is extremely thorough in the email follow ups; appointment reminders, and just overall experience! Highly recommend!

June 23rd, 2025

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Southeast Orthopedic Specialists- Riverside

2627 Riverside Ave Ste 300Jacksonville, FL 32204

Tel: (904) 634-0640

Mon8:00 am - 12:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 12:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 12:00 pm

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Dr. Christopher E Swanson, MD	Dr. Ryan David Riggs, MD	Dr. Joshua G. Hackel, MD	Dr. Stephen D Fernicola
Sports Medicine	Sports Medicine	Sports Medicine	Orthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.9 (154 Ratings)	4.9 (38 Ratings)	4.9 (102 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
19 Years of Experience	7 Years of Experience	26 Years of Experience	12 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Jacksonville , FL	Gulf Breeze , FL	Gulf Breeze , FL	Jacksonville , FL
Med School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School	Med School: Florida State University College Of Medicine	Med School: American University Of The Caribbean School Of Medicine	Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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ACL Reconstruction or Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction (Bone-Patellar Tendon-Bone Graft)
Arthroscopy
Bone Fracture
Bursitis / Adhesive Capsulitis
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cartilage Fractures
Chondromalacia Patellae
Herniated Disc
Hip Osteoarthritis
Hip Surgery
Joint Arthritis (Periarthritis)
Joint Pain/Swelling
Joint Replacement
Knee Dislocation
Knee Injuries
Knee Osteoarthritis
Knee Pain (Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome)
Laminectomy
Orthopedic Surgery
Osteoarthritis
Osteochondritis
Rotator Cuff Problem (Shoulder Impingement Syndrome)
Scoliosis
Surgery
Tendon Injuries

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Drexel University College Of Medicine

Medical School

Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical SchoolGraduated in 2007

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What languages does Dr. Christopher Swanson speak?: Dr. Christopher Swanson speaks Spanish and English.
Which hospitals is Dr. Christopher Swanson affiliated with?: Dr. Christopher Swanson is affiliated with St Vincent's Medical Center Southside.

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