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Carlos M. Swanger, M.D.
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2400 South Clinton Avenue, Suite 110
Rochester, NY 14618
About Me
Professional Background
Faculty Appointments
Associate Professor of Clinical Medicine - Department of Medicine, Primary Care Physicians (SMD)
Associate Professor of Clinical - Center for Community Health and Prevention - Joint
Credentials
Residency & Fellowship
Residency, Internal Medicine, University of Rochester Medical Center. 1991 - 1994
Internship, Internal Medicine, University of Rochester Medical Center. 1990 - 1991
Education
MD | University of Rochester School of Medicine/Dentistry. 1990
Awards
James M. Stewart Award for sustained distinguished teaching in the Department of Medicine. 2023
Primary Care Program in Internal Medicine Lawrence E. Young Book Award. 1993
Primary Care Program Haller Award for Outstanding Intern. 1991
Honors Grade in Internal Medicine Clerkship. 1989
Publications
Journal Articles
Mader EM, Fox CH, Epling JW, Noronha GJ, Swanger CM, Wisniewski AM, Vitale K, Norton AL, Morley CP
Journal of the American Board of Family Medicine : JABFM.. 2016 29 (5):533-42. Epub 1900 01 01.
Fiscella K, Winters PC, Mendoza M, Noronha GJ, Swanger CM, Bisognano JD, Fortuna RJ
Journal of general internal medicine.. 2015 February 30 (2):155-60. Epub 1900 01 01.
Gibson K, Szilagyi P, Swanger CM, Campbell T, McInerny T, Duckett J, Guido JJ, Fiscella K
Journal of the American Board of Family Medicine : JABFM.. 2010 23 (4):452-4. Epub 1900 01 01.
Books
Saunders Manual of Medical Practice (1996)
Chapter: Scleroderma (Systemic Sclerosis)
Authors: Swanger, Carlos M
Publisher: W.B. Saunders Company 1996
Ratings & Comments
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Patient Comments
Everything is very good.
Feb 28, 2024
Experiences very good.
Feb 28, 2024
Excellent MD and office
Feb 21, 2024
He set me up with appointments to address two additional issues I brought up.
Feb 08, 2024
Dr Swanger listens well, is very well informed, offers sound medical advice, and is a warm, caring presence when I've been worried.
Feb 06, 2024
Very good. All my concerns were met.
Jan 27, 2024
I have a consistently excellent experience with Dr Swanger
Jan 25, 2024
Dr. Swanger is a excellent caring doctor.
Jan 23, 2024
Dr. Swanger and his staff have been very helpful in my care for over 20 years.
Jan 22, 2024
Have been with Dr. Swanger since he started his medical profession and have been been very happy with his care.
Jan 13, 2024
Everything is fine,
Jan 13, 2024
Dr. Swanger is always very helpful.
Jan 12, 2024
-Good
Jan 02, 2024
The hardcopy printout of the visit is excellent as a reminder of the appointment and future appointments.
Dec 22, 2023
This was the best visit I ever had with Dr. Swanger. He was very thorough and listened to all my concerns and questions. I felt very good about the visit and I hope he doesn't retire anytime soon .
Dec 22, 2023
Great
Dec 12, 2023
Always a good experience.
Dec 11, 2023
Dr Swanger is & always has been very diligent & knowledgable & leaves no stone unturned to resolve any [...] concerns or issues.
Dec 11, 2023
Very blessed to have Dr Swanger as my primary care physician
Dec 07, 2023
[...] Every aspect was outstanding
Dec 07, 2023
Good thoughtful clinician
Dec 07, 2023
Very comfortable and happy with my provider
Dec 07, 2023
Compassionate
Dec 06, 2023
Dr. Swanger is always respectful and spends time dealing with my questions and concerns.
Dec 06, 2023
He is wonderful and so is the staff
Dec 06, 2023
Dr. Swanger is the best. Kristy is very helpful.
Dec 06, 2023
Dr. SWANGER and HIS team were most attentive and caring.
Dec 06, 2023
Dr. Swanger is Excellent, Very Pleased
Dec 06, 2023
Dr. Swanger is incredibly knowlegable and I prefer to seek his opinion and care vs. Having to ever see another "specialist". As his patient for over 30 years, I appreciate that if he was unsure of treatment or health issue. He would look into it and get back to me. He cares for his patients and will make a call or email to check on patients health.
Dec 06, 2023
Dr. Carlos Swanger should be recognized for his decades long continued intelligent and empathetic care of his patients. However, he more than deserves a special recognition for his medical care of me for over 30 years when my pediatrician handed me my medical file folder to find a doctor now that I am an adult. I picked Dr. Swanger [...] and at my first appt, I handed him my medical file folder with tears in my eyes and he assured me that all paperwork will be entered into their system and he will take excellent care of me as well. [...] Thank you Dr. Swanger - no other doctor or specialist even comes close to your medical knowledge care and concern for all. I agree that I am a bit of work with a touch of separation anxiety. He had taken through all these years anytime I did have to see specialist, he agrees to advise each of all notes, discussions are to go directly to Dr. Swanger only. [...] He is so nice to do this but he figures its the only way he will be sure I return to specialists appointments.
Dec 06, 2023
Just wanted to say that doctor Swanger is very caring and knowledgeable doctor that my whole family has pleasure being under his care
Dec 06, 2023
I am satisfied
Oct 11, 2023
Dr. Swanger has been an excellent doctor and have been a patient of him for years. He once wanted to redo an X-ray which they had taken in the hospital after I had a stroke. He saw something he did not like. It turned out to be a life saver, I had multiple bloodclots in my lungs and back to the hospital I went that same day. I feel and my family feel very comfortable with being Dr. Swangers patients.
Oct 03, 2023
His nurse is awesome also
Oct 01, 2023
Dr. Swanger is a fantastic doctor! He listens to what you are asking him and provides great care for you . He has great compassion as a doctor and spends the time you deserve as a patient.
Oct 01, 2023
It was not the same level of care I used to get here. The doctor seemed rushed and not focused. There were questions I had that I didn't bother to ask.
Sep 28, 2023
Very happy with Doctor Carlos Swanger.
Sep 22, 2023
I feel safe and heard
Sep 20, 2023
Presently satisfied.
Aug 31, 2023
Satisfactory experience.
Aug 31, 2023
Great PCP and very good visit.
Aug 22, 2023
Dr. Swanger is not my regular doctor he was covering for my regular PCP when I needed to see him. He studied my records asked lots of questions, listened and recommended a course of action and followed up. I could not have asked for anything more or anyone better than Dr. Swanger. It's too bad I'm happy with my PCP because if I wasn't I would choose Dr. Swanger in a heartbeat!
Aug 17, 2023
Very satisfied expect was hoping to have my heart and lungs listen to
Jul 28, 2023
Dr Swanger has been my primary care Dr. For over 20 years and he saved my life by finding an abnormally in my heart witch indicated that I needed a aortic valve replacement. At the same time aanurism was found on my aorita and patched before It ruptured.
Jul 20, 2023
[...]. I am very pleased with the medical support I have received from the doctors named above.
Jul 12, 2023
It is always a positive experience to meet and talk with Dr. Swanger.
Jul 12, 2023
[...] I am very pleased with Dr. Swanger and his staff
Jul 12, 2023
EXCELLENT DOCTOR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Jun 29, 2023
As always I came away with a sense of knowing that my healthcare is in good hands.
Jun 26, 2023
It was fine
Jun 26, 2023
This is a new doctor for me. I am pleased with the quality of care from Dr. Swanger AND his staff.
Jun 16, 2023
Dr. Carlos Swanger is what every PCP should be. Great people skills and very knowledgeable.
Jun 13, 2023
Dr Swanger has been my & my husbands primary Dr for many years. As long as he practices we will never go to another primary. He's always in the mark.
Jun 01, 2023
Dr C Swanger literally saved my life. On [...] I saw my cardiologist for 6 month review. My bloodwork & EKG came out perfect. Next day on [...] I felt awful. Thought I caught a virus. Went on for almost a month. Called Dr Swanger. Went in right away. He did EKG & found something wrong. He called my cardiologist right away & sent him EKG. About week later I had triple bi pass. Dr Swanger saved my life!
Jun 01, 2023
Dr. Listened to my concerns. He addressed the issues.
May 22, 2023
Keep up the good work!
May 22, 2023
It was my yearly physical n all my concerns were accounted for we discussed the best path for a healthy life I have follow up in one month for new medication I asked for then 6 months for routine n 1 year for my next yearly physical
May 16, 2023
Dr. Carlos Swanger and the nurses and staff who support his effort to provide the best health care possible.
Apr 30, 2023
Dr. Swanger deserves a medal of honor for his true compassion, empathy and listening skills.
Apr 30, 2023
[...]. I am totally pleased with Dr. Swanger and those in his office.
Apr 28, 2023
Acknowledge Dr. Swanger for his excellence as a primary care physician!
Apr 25, 2023
I never leave my appointments with unanswered questions. Dr. Swanger really takes care of his patients (me)
Apr 25, 2023
Everyone is always so upbeat, pleasant and professional. Makes going to the doctor enjoyable instead of stressful. [...].
Apr 13, 2023
After a test or bloodwork I would like to be contacted to have the results explained to me.
Apr 11, 2023
RETAIN DR SWANGER
Apr 11, 2023
I AM SO BLESSED TO HAVE DR SWANGER AS MY PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIAN
Apr 11, 2023
Everyone was great
Apr 07, 2023
[...]. Doctor and nurse were terrific. [...].
Apr 01, 2023
Dr Swanger is a healer, an excellent representative of the medical profession
Mar 30, 2023
I didn't realize how much my high blood pressure could affect my health until doctor Swanger quickly managed by situation with the proper medication.
Mar 30, 2023
I have confidence in my Doctor that he will make the best decisions for me and my healthcare.
Mar 30, 2023
Dr. Carlos Swanger is an compassionate, caring and genuine provider
Mar 29, 2023
Dr. Swanger is excellent! He is skillful, knowledgeable, and respectful.
Mar 27, 2023
Dr Swanger and his nurse are outstanding.
Mar 24, 2023
Don't let Dr. Swanger retire - just love him!
Mar 24, 2023
Everyone is nice and respectful.
Mar 23, 2023
[...] the staff and Dr. Swanger were excellent.
Mar 23, 2023
He was an excellent listener and great to know he is my partner in medical care .
Mar 23, 2023
They were all professional
Mar 21, 2023
All good
Mar 21, 2023
Carlos Swanger MD, Kelley Caputo, Lisa Daignault. All caring and showed an interest in my health care.
Mar 16, 2023
Doctor Swanger is always professional and great.
Mar 16, 2023
Dr.Carlos Swanger is a fantastic physician! He's very thorough in examining your health. Compassionate and caring physician as well ! He listens to you and explains your concerns without ever feeling rushed. I've been going to Dr Swanger for close to 30yrs. And highly recommend him to everyone! You're fortunate to have him on your staff !!!
Mar 10, 2023
Dr Swanger is great
Feb 23, 2023
[...] My dr is fantastic
Feb 23, 2023
Dr Swanger and staff are super. I would highly recommend.
Feb 14, 2023
Both Dr. Swanger and the nurse are very pleasant.
Feb 13, 2023
All was good
Feb 06, 2023
Everyone friendly and accommodating
Feb 06, 2023
It's all good.
Feb 05, 2023
I had Dr Suozzi for 35 or so years and miss him. However, Dr Swanger and Kathy Comella are wonderful.
Feb 05, 2023
[...] He was great.
Jan 20, 2023
Dr. Swanger is an outstanding physician. He has been my primary care physician for almost 30 years, and I've been very fortunate to have him for all these years
Jan 18, 2023
[...], overall experience was great
Jan 18, 2023
Carlos swanger does a complete and excellent job.
Dec 29, 2022
Dr Swanger is the best md I have ever had and he has been my primary for many years. He is humble, compassionate, and takes a broad view of my overall health and not just my specialty needs. I can't thank him and his team enough for seeing me so quickly when I had some cardiac issues..his quick follow through got me in for an emergency double by pass. That was 5 years ago - I would not be here if he did not see me as quickly as he did.
Dec 22, 2022
[...] Dr. Swanger has been good to me as a patient the few times I've made appointments. [...]
Dec 19, 2022
I have been a patient in this office for well over 20 years and have always been treated in a very professional way. I have never encountered a negative response from any of the staff.
Oct 22, 2022
Satisfied
Oct 19, 2022
Dr. Swanger A++
Oct 08, 2022
[...], I am blessed with Dr Swanger managing my health care team
Oct 08, 2022
Dr. Carlos Swanger is an excellent physician.
Sep 30, 2022
[...] Very Satisfied
Sep 30, 2022
Love Dr Swanger!
Sep 20, 2022
Doctor Swanger and his nurse as well as the receptionist were all nice.
Sep 17, 2022
Always pleasant, effective, fast, smooth
Aug 28, 2022
Dr. Swanger is Tops!
Aug 11, 2022
I really appreciate the fact that Dr. Swanger always takes the time to answer my questions and that he makes very practical suggestions for ways that I can improve my health.
Aug 01, 2022
Everything went smoothly
Jul 26, 2022
Dr Swanger is very knowledgeable and explains issues so it's easy to understand
Jul 26, 2022
The office and the doctor provide excellent service. [...]
Jul 19, 2022
Dr Swanger, his secretary Jessica and his new nurse, did not get her name, but very professional.
Jun 23, 2022
I am so glad to have Dr. Swanger for my PC physician. He always takes the time to answer ALL my many questions that I bring to ask him during my visits!
Jun 22, 2022
Dr. Swanger and nurses are a great team.
Jun 21, 2022
Dr. & PA are wonderful in every way.
Jun 14, 2022
All of them go above & beyond every visit.
Jun 14, 2022
Dr. Swanger is an outstanding physician, and I feel extremely lucky to have had him as my primary physician for most of my adult life.
Jun 13, 2022
Dr. Swanger and his staff are very professional and I am very comfortable in his care and he has my best interests at heart. If I do need to communicate with him, I use Mychart and always receive an answer within 24 business hours.
Jun 05, 2022
I am very pleased with the care & professionalism that Dr. Swanger & his staff provide me.
Jun 03, 2022
More time with provider
May 30, 2022
Carlos Swanger. Truly an exceptional physician. Kathy Comella as well. Finest mid level I know.
May 26, 2022
[...] I was very happy with the attention the doctor gave me and the staff in his office are wonderful.
May 25, 2022
Dr. Carlos Swanger and his team - A++
May 17, 2022
I appreciate Dr Swanger's compassionate care
Apr 21, 2022
I am blessed to be under the care of Dr Swanger. While Dr Swanger must have hundreds of patients, He always makes me feel like I'm at the top of the list.
Apr 14, 2022
Dr. Carlos Swanger is wonderfulvery compassionate, clear and helpful.
Apr 04, 2022
The nurse was very nice. Dr. Swanger is always nice. The person that I talked to on check out was also very nice, including the check in person.
Mar 23, 2022
Doctor Swanger has always treated me well, as the doctors he occasionally sends me me to.
Mar 18, 2022
Well satisfied.
Mar 17, 2022
[...] Dr. Carlos Swanger is EXCELLENT!!!
Mar 08, 2022
Dr.Swanger has been and continues to be exemplary. He has been my PCP for 22 years, at two different practices. You're fortunate to have him at URMC!
Feb 28, 2022
Dr. Carlos Swanger always goes beyond expectations.
Feb 15, 2022
Carlos Swanger, excellent internist for my wife and I for many years. Thorough evaluation for my physical examination.
Feb 15, 2022
Timely & Informative
Feb 15, 2022
Carlos Swanger - excellent.
Feb 01, 2022