The Staff
Kim H., Clinic Coordinator and Medical Assistant
Kim coordinates all of the activities of Dr. Swanson’s clinics. She oversees clinic scheduling, communications with patients and consulting physicians, scheduling of surgeries and other diagnostic procedures, and coordinates Dr. Swanson’s medico-legal consulting work.
Michelle M., Medical Assistant and Insurance Specialist
Michelle assists with patients in the clinic, schedules diagnostic tests, obtains insurance authorizations for tests and surgeries, and keeps all paperwork in order and up to date, ensuring that tests and surgeries are set up smoothly and efficiently.
Michael P., Physician’s Assistant
Mike works directly under Dr. Swanson, assisting with patients in clinic, performing injections, and assisting with patient phone calls, filling out forms, and calling in prescription refills. He also first-assists Dr. Swanson with surgery and handles many aspects of patient care in the hospital.
Aaron T., Physician's Assistant
Aaron works directly with Dr. Swanson, assisting with patients in clinic, performing injections, and assisting with patient phone calls, filling out forms, and calling in prescription refills. He also conducts clinical research for the Desert Orthopaedic Foundation in addition to assisting with rounding and surgery.
Mohammad Hashemi, MD – Clinical Fellow (8/1/09 – 7/31/10)
The clinical fellows are fully trained in general orthopedics. Each spends 12 months with Dr. Swanson to focus on total joint replacements and arthritis surgery. The fellows assist Dr. Swanson with care of patients in the clinic and in surgery, perform hospital rounding, and handle emergencies when Dr. Swanson is out of town teaching or demonstrating surgery to other surgeons. The clinical fellows are critical in providing continuity of care to Dr. Swanson’s many patients at the highest level.
Pauline V.B., Masters Education, Patient Education
Pauline maintains Dr. Swanson’s website, answers patient questions by e-mail and phone, and creates educational materials for Dr. Swanson’s patients. Pauline is highly knowledgeable in hip and knee replacements and will be able to answer most of your questions online, either on the discussion board or by direct email.
Debra F., Administrative Assistant
Debbie manages Dr. Swanson’s day to day schedule, assists with paperwork, and is the main scheduling contact for new patients wishing to make an appointment to see Dr. Swanson. She can be reached directly by new patients only at 622-7872. Patients who have been previously seen by Dr. Swanson should use the general scheduling line at 731-4088 or download the attached new patient information form and fax to: (702) 221-9186.
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Disclaimer:The information provided here is intended to educate the reader about certain medical conditions and certain possible treatment. It is not a substitute for examination, diagnosis, and medical care provided by a licensed and qualified health professional. If you believe you, your child,or someone you know, suffer from the conditions described herein, please see your health care provider immediately. Do not attempt to treat yourself, your child or anyone else without proper medical supervision. ©2009 Todd V. Swanson MD |