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Dr. Robert Swackhamer, MD

Dr. Robert Swackhamer, MD

Cardiology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Robert Swackhamer, MD is a cardiologist in Reno, NV and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Swackhamer has extensive experience in Heart Conditions and Adult Congenital Heart Conditions. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA AT LAS VEGAS in 1981. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Renown South Meadows Medical Center and Northern Inyo Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

1500 E 2nd St Ste 400 Reno, NV 89502

Dr. Swackhamer is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Swackhamer specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Disease & Internal Medicine. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Highly Recommended Hospital
    Patients recommend this hospital to family and friends. See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Swackhamer's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Swackhamer

4.2

12 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 Star
75%
75%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
8%
8%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
17%
17%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Bill J – Oct 26, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Greg Barcon – Jun 12, 2021
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What went well
  • 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
5 people found this helpful
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Aug 16, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
8 people found this helpful
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Nev in Reno, Nevada – Feb 09, 2018
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About Me

care philosophy

Expert in interventional cardiology, clinical cardiology and echocardiography.
  • Cardiology

  • Internal Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Nevada At Las Vegas

    Medical School, 1981
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Cardiovascular Disease
Internal Medicine
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Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Dr. Swackhamer is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Renown Institute for Heart & Vascular Health1500 E 2nd St Ste 400 Reno, NV 89502
    1
    Renown Regional Medical Center1155 Mill St Reno, NV 89502
    2

    Practice

    Northern Inyo Hospital150 Pioneer Ln Bishop, CA 93514
    3

    Practice

    Renown Institute For Heart And Vascular Health-Double R10085 Double R Blvd Ste 365 Reno, NV 89521
    4

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Northern Inyo Hospital

      150 Pioneer Ln
      Bishop, CA 93514

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

      89%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      80%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      2% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Renown Regional Medical Center

      1155 Mill St
      Reno, NV 89502
      Recipient of 2
      hospital awards

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

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      74%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Renown South Meadows Medical Center

      10101 Double R Blvd
      Reno, NV 89521

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

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% lower than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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