Michael Swartzon, M.D., is a dual board-certified physician specializing in family medicine and sports medicine at Baptist Health. He is dedicated to the prevention and treatment of illness and injury, helping patients lead healthier lives and return to the activities they love.
Dr. Swartzon specializes in non-operative treatments for musculoskeletal conditions and utilizes advanced techniques, including orthopedic ultrasound diagnostics, non-surgical fracture management, sports -relation concussion management, ultrasound-guided procedures, and regenerative orthobiological therapies such as stem cell and platelet-rich plasma (PRP).
He is a team physician for the Miami Dolphins, Florida Panthers, and Inter Miami CF, as well as a tournament physician for the Miami Open. Dr. Swartzon also serves as co-medical director for the Miami Marathon & Half Marathon and provides care for collegiate teams, including Barry University and St. Thomas University. Additionally, he has supported major events such as El Clásico, the World Golf Championship Doral, and the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament.
He holds academic appointments as the program director for Florida International University’s Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship, an associate professor at Florida International University, and an affiliate professor at Nova Southeastern University.
He is a published researcher and frequent speaker at national and international conferences on sports medicine. Dr. Swartzon is a member of several professional organizations and is committed to advancing the field of sports medicine through education and innovation.
A South Florida native, Dr. Swartzon is passionate about supporting local sports teams and enjoys staying active in the community.
Title
Primary care sports medicine physician with Baptist Health Orthopedic Care. Program Director of the FIU/Baptist Health Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship Program and Associate Professor at Florida International University Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine
Note: Health plans that are currently contracted with Baptist Health are listed below. However, please check with our insurance provider to verify that Baptist Health is part of your provider network.
Medicare
HMO
POS
PPO
AvMed HMO/POS/Commercial
Select Plus PPO/POS
PPC/PPO
PPO
CarePlus Health Plans
Great West
HMO
POS
PPO
Devoted Health
Dimension Health
Dimension International
Doctors HealthCare Plans
First Health Network
BlueCare
Medicare HMO
MyBlue
Options
POS
PPO
Select
Global Excel
Humana Commercial/Medicare/HMO/PPO
Medicaid-HMO
Leon Health
Railroad
Multiplan
Oscar Health Plan
Preferred Care Network fka Medica
Prime
Select
HMO
NHP
POS
PPO
Ratings & Reviews
The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
4.9 / 5
581 Ratings, 117 Reviews
4.9
Likelihood of recommending this provider
4.9
Provider explained things clearly
4.9
Provider showed concern
4.9
Provider included you in decisions
4.9
Provider discussed treatment options
01/26/2026
Far exceeded my expectations!
01/16/2026
Dr. Swartzon is amazing
01/14/2026
Excellent experience!!Dr Swartzon Put my mind at ease . Listened to all my concerns
01/12/2026
Top notch!!
01/10/2026
A real God sent.All doctors should be like Dr Swartzon.
01/10/2026
Good
01/09/2026
Dr Swarzdon and his team are excellent providers. Bedside manner is very important to me, and each and every team member I encountered were amazing.
01/04/2026
Informative explanation and discussion
01/02/2026
Every question and concerns I had were answered , I felt being treated with care and professionalism
12/29/2025
Love Dr Swartzon - very caring
12/26/2025
Great medical personnel
12/14/2025
Dr Swartzon is awesome! Personal amazing care
12/12/2025
Dr. explained the diagnosis, the options to improve the situation/pain patiently, he even tried to communicate in Spanish! Really very professional and close with his patient.
12/11/2025
I always go to Baptist for all health reasons.
11/23/2025
Wonderful
11/17/2025
Dr.Swartzon was tops - very thoughtful, great bedside manner, clearly smart and accomplished. As a physician myself, I'm glad to be in Dr. S' care.
11/10/2025
Very thorough.
11/08/2025
Overall great experience!
11/03/2025
Dr. Swartzon always listens to everything I have to say before determining how we should proceed. He is very knowledgeable and very caring. And he always is able to help me. I would recommend him to anyone and everyone.
10/25/2025
Dr. Swartzon is exceptional. Kind, informative, and a skilled professional.
10/19/2025
Very informative and pleasant
10/16/2025
I'd recommend Dr Swartzon to anyone who needs his help in pain management.
10/13/2025
Dr. Swarzton has been my doctor for knee problems for the past 3 years. He has always been very professional, thorough in his exams and very caring and informative. He always discusses treatment alternatives with me and advises me on how to proceed. I'm very satisfied with the care he gives me
10/12/2025
Very good experience
10/12/2025
Dr. Swartzon and his entire team are outstanding. The sincerity displayed during my visit I felt was genuine. It relaxed me enough so that I was opened as I could be about my problem. Excellent bedside manner and passion about caring for others.
10/05/2025
All went well
09/23/2025
Dr. Swartzon is a fantastic physician
09/15/2025
Doctor was great
09/07/2025
I love this office! I've already told anyone who would listen about Dr Swartzon
08/29/2025
My experience was very good and I feel satisfied and grateful, I was referred for surgery and left the clinic with the appointment for the surgeon
08/26/2025
AWESOME
08/18/2025
Nothing but good comments about this doctor!
08/16/2025
I'm pleased and proud to call Dr. Swartzon my doctor. Even in my worst situations, he is clear, direct, kind, professional, and extremely knowledgeable. His recommendations for therapy, exercise, and treatment are always helpful throughout the waiting process while I get my MRI and move on to the next step.
08/10/2025
The Doctor is wonderful. Professional, caring, patient and understanding. Does not rush you out. Shows genuine concern.
08/04/2025
Dr. Swartzon is the best! He is smart, quick, kind. Gets to the root of the problem quickly and efficiently, including treatment at time of visit! I am a Physical Therapist and have many years experience with doctors, nobody comes close to Dr. Swartzon! Support staff are also the best, friendly and extremely competent! You know you are in good hands when you come to this office!
07/30/2025
Better than very good! Competent, explains well, gets to the root of the problem, doesn't waste time! Dr Swartzon is really the best! I'm a physical therapist myself and have extensive experience with docs!
07/27/2025
Good
07/27/2025
The doctor was very professional in all options of treatment, including health and exercise benefits, which covered the entire spectrum of treatment, and we discussed in details of what treatment is next to avoid any other injury
07/20/2025
Super
07/14/2025
Good
07/12/2025
Excellent
07/11/2025
Best experience
07/11/2025
Dr. Swortzon was able to answer my questions concerning my condition. He even brought in a 3D model of the spine and pointed out how it Functioned in the body. We discussed at length my Sciatica problem and he recommended Physical Therapy. He is a professional and skilled doctor. I would highly recommend to others with Orthopedic problems.
06/30/2025
He's a great doctor and I am blessed to have him as my doctor
06/27/2025
The narcissist and the doctor were very good about my care what I need to do what I had to take care of and what I had to look forward to
06/22/2025
Dr. Swartzon was terrific! Explained and demonstrated what caused the issue and how I could remedy it.
06/17/2025
He was excellent
06/13/2025
Answered all my questions
06/03/2025
Once I got on with the video call, everything was great! Dr. Swartson is an exceptional physician.
06/02/2025
Always the consumate professional!
06/02/2025
The appointment and time spent with Dr. Swartzon & his assistants was the best and most thorough appointment I have ever had.
05/27/2025
Very professional and caring
05/19/2025
Doctor was very knowledgeable
04/23/2025
Outstanding
04/13/2025
As a DNP, I've been in the medical field for over 45 years. Dr.Swartzon Was one of the most phenomenal physicians I've ever met in my life! His expertise, level of concern for my well-being, and his kindness were unsurpassed. He has the most exquisite bedside manner I've ever encountered from physicians. How lucky Baptist is to have him.
04/12/2025
Doctor explained things thoroughly and had a caring, good attituted.
03/27/2025
Wonderful experience
03/26/2025
Very good.
03/25/2025
Super
02/25/2025
I have been to other Doctors, who have not cared enough to find the problem. I hope he never changes. I know I will be seeing him again.
02/24/2025
When I was introduced to Dr. Swartzon, I liked him immediately! He was pleasant, knowledgeable, attentive, and patient. He answered all my questions, and explained everything so that I could comprehend. He did not make me feel rushed. It is hard to find a physician who has both a good bedside manner, and expertise. Thanks, Dr. Swartzon!
02/17/2025
The doctor was extremely nice
02/16/2025
Outstanding care
02/16/2025
Excellent experience
02/11/2025
Very thorough and friendly doctor. He explained my injury clearly.
02/03/2025
Having Dr Swartzon in my corner has been a blessing. He has treated me since he joined the practice and always provides superb care. And a fine person is icing on the cake
02/01/2025
Good experience
01/20/2025
The experience was very good
01/19/2025
Very good
01/18/2025
Satisfied, satisfied
01/16/2025
Excellent doctor
12/29/2024
Dr Swartzon and his staff were excellent!!
12/28/2024
Thorough
12/24/2024
I told my care provider about a new process I found and he read what I gave him and looked at the video and gave me his opinion on it and then he told me what was available at his location very thorough
12/22/2024
Excellent
12/13/2024
Dr. Swartzon and his medical staff were exceptional. He explained all my options thoroughly, allowed me to ask questions, and helped me to understanding my ailments.
12/09/2024
Such a nice service
12/01/2024
Fantastic doctor and staff. Very informative and friendly as well.
11/24/2024
Dr Swartzon is caring, kind & gentle.
11/08/2024
Dr. Swartzon explained in detail everything about my injury as well as discussed his recommendation for treatment. I was very impressed and happy with his recommendations.
11/04/2024
Very, very well
10/29/2024
This doctor was amazing. I felt really respected and included in my care. Everything was explained to me, including why he was choosing the medication he chose. The examination was very thorough.
10/20/2024
Excellent care
10/20/2024
Dr. Swartzon is very caring and professional.
10/16/2024
Everyone at fantastic interpersonal skills was very informative and all tied together In a cohesive manner..
10/05/2024
Very good experience
08/31/2024
The doctor has great bedside manners. Very good trait especially when meeting for the first time.
08/31/2024
Dr Swartzon was knowledgeable, kind, caring & gave me multiple solutions. I'm very happy & going forward Dr Swartzon will be the only Dr I see for me knees.
08/25/2024
Both Dr, Swartzon and [...] were kind, helpful, very knowledgeable, asked questions to understand my needs and any concerns. They took time to answer my questions and explained everything in detail. Both always go out of their way to meet my needs as their patient. I highly recommend them.
08/25/2024
Dr. Schwartzman is very good and listens and spends time
08/04/2024
He was amazing!!! He actually cared about my issues and ordered imaging. I'm so happy with his care!!
07/31/2024
The doctor and his team were all very professional and caring.
07/31/2024
Loved the facility and the personnel
07/30/2024
I recommend Baptist ortho all the time.
07/30/2024
Thank you
07/29/2024
He was very conservative when deciding my next step of care & explained everything very clearly
07/14/2024
No one better than him
06/28/2024
Dr. Swartzon, Jen, Cari, Jennifer and everyone are very professional, caring, nice & understanding. Patient too.
06/23/2024
He is amazing and always takes the time to talk to my mom. She has dementia and he is very patient with her.
06/23/2024
Everyone did they part & absolutely satisfactory Fifty stars
06/17/2024
A great team
06/17/2024
Swartzon is excellent
06/16/2024
There should be a rating of excellent for the Dr. And staff .
06/16/2024
Dr. Swartzon is the best! I've seen him for various injuries and he is always very detailed and informative of what is wrong and what is the best plan for a full recovery.
06/15/2024
Excellent Doctor
06/10/2024
He was very caring, gently, knowledgeable, explained everything.I've already recommended him very highly. Dr. Swortzen truly has so much empathy for his patients when they are in pain. I'm so fortunate he's located so close by. And so greatful that I was offered an appointment so soon after my fall. I'm so happy that I was able to secure an MRI right downstairs for tomorrow!!
05/29/2024
Dr. Swartzon was extremely helpful and caring. He made me feel better about my injury even though it was a bit of a problem I currently have.
05/19/2024
Very good.
05/10/2024
Good
05/10/2024
Very happy with the amount of time spent with the doctor and thoroughness of the exam.
05/06/2024
Dr Swartzon has been my orthopedist for 7 years. He is gentle, knowledgeable & caring. So sorry that he no longer sees patients in Coral Gables - but I willing to travel an hour to get to his office; he is that good!
05/05/2024
Dr. Swartzon understands my preference for holistic and conservative treatment approaches and helps to find the best options for my situation.
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