Dr. Andrew James Swanson DO
Family Practitioner
1959 E Prater Way Sparks NV, 89434About
Dr. Andrew Swanson is a family practitioner practicing in Sparks, NV. Dr. Swanson specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Swanson possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Education and Training
Univ of Hlth Sci, Coll of Osteo Med, Kansas City Mo 1996
Kansas City University of Medicine & Biosciences - College of Osteopathic Medicine 1996
University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine 1996
Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences College of Osteopathic Medicine 1996
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Trigger Finger
- Allergies
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Hay Fever (allergic Rhinitis)
- Pain
- Interstitial Cystitis
- Vascular Disease
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