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Dr. Joseph Swiggum, MD

Dr. Joseph Swiggum, MD

Pulmonary Disease*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Joseph Swiggum, MD is a pulmonologist in Spokane, WA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine in 2002. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and MultiCare Valley Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (18 reviews)

MultiCare Rockwood Pulmonary Critical Care & Sleep Medicine

910 W 5th Ave Ste 1001 Spokane, WA 99204

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(509) 342-3070

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Swiggum is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center West Hollywood, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for pulmonology.

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Pulmonary Care Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Swiggum's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Swiggum

4.6
18 ratings, 15 with a written review
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1 star
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He is an excellent physician and him being!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 15, 2025
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I already have recommended Dr Swiggum to some of my friends with similar issues.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 12, 2025
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Dr Swiggum, as always professional and empathetic. Great visit again.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 10, 2025
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I have not had a pulmonary doctor that has provided such excellent service. He has been patient with me, explained in detail to my level on what is going on. I deeply appreciate everything he does for me
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 08, 2024
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Good experience
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 05, 2024
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Excellent experience
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 06, 2024
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Dr. Swiggum is wonderful
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 04, 2024
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A VERY good experience
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 26, 2024
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Dr Swiggum is always concerned about me and my problems
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 19, 2024
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It was a very good visit as we discussed some of my recent health experiences, and plans for adjusting prescriptions.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 14, 2024
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Treated with respect and kindness.. He talked to me not above my head!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 06, 2024
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Dr. Swiggum is a fine dr - listens respondsTakes time giving extra info.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 20, 2024
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Extremely knowledgeable and explains things clearly. He listens to me and conveys real concern each visit. Highly recommended
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Tim England – Oct 02, 2020
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Gave so much of his time to help us learn this unique disease process taking over the lungs!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Ritchie – Jan 13, 2020
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We ran into a long road construction delay on our way. We arrived 7 minutes late to our appointment. After a 35 minute wait, we were told we would have to make a new appointment. NUTS TO THAT! Nobody cared when we said that we have to drive 1.5 hours to get to the doc’s office. The receptionist also logged us in as 12 minutes late. We are not coming back. We will miss Dr. Swiggam, but NOT his staff!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
4 others found this helpful
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John and Ardith Dunlap in Valley, WA – Jul 19, 2018
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About Me

biography

Dr. Joseph Swiggum, MD is a pulmonologist in Spokane, WA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine in 2002. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and MultiCare Valley Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

  • Pulmonary Disease

  • Family Medicine

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  • University Of Washington School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2002
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Locations

MultiCare Rockwood Pulmonary Critical Care & Sleep Medicine

MultiCare Rockwood Pulmonary Critical Care & Sleep Medicine910 W 5th Ave Ste 1001 Spokane, WA 99204
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

    8700 Beverly Blvd
    West Hollywood, CA 90048
    Recipient of 37
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Pulmonary Care Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in treating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and pneumonia

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in treating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and pneumonia

    View all awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    79%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    14% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • MultiCare Deaconess Hospital

    800 W 5th Ave
    Spokane, WA 99204

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback

  • MultiCare Valley Hospital

    12606 E Mission Ave
    Spokane Valley, WA 99216
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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