I am a perfectionist. I take pride in my work, and perform
each procedure and operation with the skill, care, and patience that I would
wish to receive for my family or myself. Our staff is highly trained and
experienced, with professional staff always in attendance in the operating room.
I will suggest the procedure which I feel will benefit you the most - or, I will
recommend alternative options if I feel that you are not a candidate for my
skills. For a review of my credentials, please examine the biography. I love my
work, and will look forward to helping you to the best of my ability!
Biography
James M. Swinehart M.D. is a board-certified dermatologic
surgeon, and has been in private practice in Denver since 1979. He was born is
Seattle, Washington, and grew up in Fresno, California, where he was
valedictorian of his high school class. He next attended the University of
California at Berkeley with a major in chemistry.
At Creighton University School of medicine, he ranked third in
his class of 85, graduating Cum Laude (with honors) as a member of Alpha Omega
Alpha, the national medical honor society. During his residency at the
University of Colorado, Dr. Swinehart received his specialty training, and was
Chief Resident in Dermatology in 1977-1978. He now serves as Assistant Clinical
Professor of Dermatology at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center.
Professional societies currently include: American Academy of
Dermatology; Colorado Dermatologic Society (President 1992), Colorado Society
for Dermatologic Surgery founder and President 1987-1988, and currently
Secretary).
Dr. Swinehart has performed tumescent liposuction
(liposculpture) since early 1987, and performs up to 5 cases per week.