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.
Aetna Commercial
Avmed Commercial
Avmed Entrust
Care Plus
Cigna Commercial and Great West
Claritev - PHCS (a Multiplan Company)
Devoted Health
Dimension Health
Doctors HealthCare Plans
First Health Network
Florida Blue Commercial and Exchange (PCPs excluded from MyBlue)
Florida Blue Medicare HMO
Florida Blue Medicare PPO (Upper Keys only)
HealthSpring
Medicare
Medicare RR
Oscar Health Plan
Preferred Care Network (A UnitedHealthcare company – United MedicareMax)
Tricare Select
United HealthCare Commercial and NHP
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
522 Ratings, 118 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
07/31/2026
Very concern of patient care.
07/28/2026
Excellent care and took time to help ease my anxiety.
07/27/2026
My Doctor (Dr. Swartzon) whom I was a patient of before has & is the same. Very kind, considerate, extremely knowledgeable & explained everything in detail. He also gave me options. He is the Best & that is why I returned to him. He lessons to his patience first & foremost. I have recommended others to him in the pass.
07/26/2026
Dr Swartzon is the best also. I've been suffering with knee pain for years. He's the first to tell me that I have a valgus alignment issue. He's prescribed therapy along with knee braces to help alleviate my knee pain.
07/18/2026
Dr. Swartzon was very thorough in his explanation
07/18/2026
The care team was very pleasant and efficient
07/18/2026
Dr. Swartzon and team were awesome! Amazing experienc!
07/10/2026
Dr. Swartzon is a very kind doctor who genuinely cares about his patients. He presented me with clear options for my treatment.
06/27/2026
Perfect
06/26/2026
Dr. Swartzon took his time reviews the images to ensure the best treatment for my son.
06/26/2026
This is my first ortho experience. The experience went beyond my expectations (except for the wait time).
06/22/2026
I would recommend to any friends or family needing an orthopedist. The car I was given for exceeded previous care given for the same condition at Cleveland clinic
06/06/2026
The DO that saw me prior to Dr Swartzon was superb in knowledge, listening, caring.
06/06/2026
Excellent
05/31/2026
Dr. Swartzon is best of best! He and his team identified my problem immediately. The results have been superb.
05/25/2026
The best doctor
05/25/2026
Dr. Swatzon is amazing. I recommend him all the time.
05/20/2026
Dr. Swartzon is amazing. I highly recommend him.
05/06/2026
Great Experience
04/22/2026
Dr Michael Swarzon was very professional , informative and left me feeling confident he was going to help me.
04/20/2026
Dr Swartzon has a great bedside manner, very professional yet caring, goes over options & explains realistic expectations as well as other treatments to consider. Very gentle with long needle injection procedure & communicated well throughout process
04/10/2026
Great Doc
04/10/2026
Excellent.
04/03/2026
The procedure went very well as always, and I very much appreciate Dr. Swartzon's care!
03/11/2026
Always an excellent experience!
02/24/2026
Very warm and professional
02/22/2026
Dr Swartzon is wonderful
02/21/2026
I have recommended the doctor already.
02/16/2026
Great experience
02/14/2026
Good
02/14/2026
Dr. Swartzon seems very kind and caring. I like him.
02/09/2026
I recommend anytime asked!
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..
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4.9 / 5
