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Summary
Surgical oncology is the focus of Dr. Douglas Swords' practice, and he treats dysphagia and esophageal cancer. He has practiced surgery and surgical oncology for 13 years and is affiliated with Mission Hospital, University of Utah Hospital, and Mission Hospital Saint Joseph Campus. Dr. Swords earned his medical degree from Wake Forest School of Medicine and sees patients in Asheville, North Carolina.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 13 years of experience
- Wake Forest School Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 2 areas of expertise
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 5 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Douglas Saunders Swords has 5 locationsOutpatient Surgery Center Of Asheville
29 Nettlewood DrAsheville, NC 28803Mon6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri6:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Novant Health Surgical Partners Biltmore
80 Peachtree Rd Ste 210Asheville, NC 28803 Tel: (828) 378-5600
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Genesiscare Asheville Oncology
20 Medical Park DrAsheville, NC 28803 Tel: (828) 253-7077
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Novant Health Surgical Partners Biltmore
60 Livingston St Ste 200Asheville, NC 28801Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. Douglas Saunders Swords | Dr. Peeter Agu Soosaar, MD | Dr. William Alan Bradshaw, MD | Dr. John M Kogoy, MD |
| Surgery | Surgery | Surgery | Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 13 Years of Experience | 39 Years of Experience | 31 Years of Experience | 17 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | |
| Asheville , NC | Asheville , NC | Asheville , NC | Hendersonville , NC |
| Med School: Wake Forest School Of Medicine | Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans | Med School: Texas A&M Health Science Center College Of Medicine | Med School: Joan C Edwards School Of Medicine At Marshall University |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Douglas Saunders Swords
Medical Specialties
Dr. Douglas Saunders Swords has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Douglas Saunders Swords has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
13 Years Experience
Dr. Douglas Saunders Swords holds an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Wake Forest School Of Medicine in 2013.
NPI Number
Dr. Swords' NPI number is 1508201948.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Dr. Douglas Swords's office located?
- Dr. Douglas Swords's office is located at 29 Nettlewood Dr, Asheville, NC, 28803.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Douglas Swords affiliated with?
- Dr. Douglas Swords is affiliated with Mission Hospital, University Of Utah Hospital, and Mission Hospital Saint Joseph Campus.
- Does Dr. Douglas Swords accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Douglas Swords accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Does Dr. Douglas Swords accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Douglas Swords has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Is Dr. Douglas Swords accepting new patients?
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