Summary

Dr. Swords graduated from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine in 1996. He works in Springfield, MO and 3 other locations and specializes in Infectious Disease. Dr. Swords is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Springfield and Coxhealth Medical Center South.

Quick Facts

  • 3.4
  • 30 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Methodist Hospital
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Flexible scheduling

Office Locations

Dr. Robert Lee Swords has 4 locations

Mercy Clinic Infectious Disease - Whiteside

2115 S Fremont Ave Ste 3050Springfield, MO 65804

Mercy Hospital Springfield

1235 E Cherokee StSpringfield, MO 65804

Cox Medical Center South

3801 S National AveSpringfield, MO 65807

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Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: A.T. Still University of Health Sciences, Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine (Medical Education) Med School: King Edward Medical University (Medical Education) Med School: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (Medical Education)
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Robert Lee Swords

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Robert Lee Swords has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Robert Lee Swords has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • AIDS/HIV (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome)
  • Fever
  • Hepatitis C
  • Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV/AIDS)
  • Immunization
  • Infection
  • Vaccination

Certifications, License, & Education

30 Years Experience

Dr. Robert Lee Swords holds an expired medical license in the state of Missouri.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Missouri that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Methodist Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine in 1996.

NPI Number

Dr. Swords' NPI number is 1407914468.

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Which hospitals is Dr. Robert Swords affiliated with?
Dr. Robert Swords is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Springfield and Coxhealth Medical Center South.
What languages does Dr. Robert Swords speak?
Dr. Robert Swords speaks English.
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