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Joseph Swiggum, MD

  • 4.9 / 5 (136 ratings)
Pulmonology, Critical Care Medicine
Accepting New Patients
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Joseph Swiggum, MD, joined MultiCare Rockwood Clinic April 2012. He received his undergraduate degree from Idaho State University in Pocatello, ID, and his medical degree from the University of Washington School of Medicine in Seattle. Dr. Swiggum completed a residency in Internal Medicine at Huntington Memorial Hospital in Pasadena, CA, as well as a fellowship in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio, TX. He is board certified in Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Disease, and Critical Care by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Languages: English
Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease, Critical Care
Professional School: University of Washington - School of Medicine (Seattle, WA)
Residency: Huntington Memorial Hospital - Internal Medicine (Pasadena, CA)
Fellowship: University of Texas Health Science Center - Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine (San Antonio, TX)
Medical Groups:
  • MultiCare Medical Partners
Medical Association Memberships:
  • American College of Chest Physicians
  • American Thoracic Society
  • American Society of Critical Care Medicine
Special Interests:

Pulmonary arterial hypertension, lung mass and pulmonary nodule workup, COPD, asthma; performs bronchoscopy, EBUS bronchoscopy, percutaneous tracheostomy, cardiopulmonary exercise testing.

  • 4.9 Provider showed concern
  • 4.9 Provider explained things clearly
  • 5 Provider included you in decisions
  • 4.9 Provider discussed treatment options
  • 5 Likelihood of recommending this provider
4.9 out of 5 (136 ratings, 29 comments)
  • Feb, 16 2026
    I have never had a doctor so prepared for my visit. Dr Swiggum had looked at my history all the way back several years and could show me imaging of related conditions to present time. He was excellent in explaining and answering my questions. Wish all my doctors were this great!
  • Jan, 16 2026
    Doctor provided the best explanation(s) of my issues I've heard in a very long time.
  • Jan, 14 2026
    Dr Swiggum actually reads your chart before he walks in and is always aware what other health issues you have going on. Very easy to have a conversation with and listens to your issues and has a plan to correct them.
  • Dec, 9 2025
    Dr. Swiggum is amazing! I feel very confident in his care!
  • Nov, 12 2025
    He was very professional and had read my chart and was familiar with my health history and symptoms.
  • Oct, 30 2025
    Dr. Swiggum is AWESOME!!!!!!!!!! Every member of the staff was also outstanding.
  • Sep, 25 2025
    Doctor Swiggum is wonderful. He was completely up to date on everything that has occurred medically with me in the last year.
  • Sep, 22 2025
    Dr. Swiggum is very caring and listens to me when I have a problem
  • Sep, 17 2025
    Dr. Swiggum was very thorough in going over my CT scan results and discussing my concerns. He was very collaborative in discussing various treatment options and we reached a satisfactory mutual decision on the next steps to take.
  • Sep, 16 2025
    Doc has become a reliable source of comfort and knowledge
  • Sep, 16 2025
    My favorite provider quite honestly. Straight forward, thorough exam and explanations. Willing to help troubleshoot a related issue.
  • Sep, 14 2025
    Dr. Swiggum is an excellent physician and has always give me great pulmonary care.
  • Sep, 11 2025
    Dr. Swiggum was attentive, professional, knowledgeable and gave great explanations of all things related to this visit.
  • Aug, 31 2025
    Dr Swiggum was wonderful, compassionate and explained things so I could understand.
  • Aug, 7 2025
    Excellent doctor, he allows us to see the original ct scan and that way when another is taken I can compare it to the one that shows up on multicare. Explained the daily maintenance of using trilolgy and why its a good idea to do. I really appreciate his knowledge and he is not judgmental. We will continue to see every year
  • Jul, 31 2025
    Physician was very deliberate in asking me about my choice
  • Jul, 8 2025
    Dr. Swiggum is one of the best doctors I have ever encountered. He is knowledgeable, thorough, kind, listens, and shows genuine care. I would highly recommend him.
  • Jun, 24 2025
    In a nutshell, if I were king of the world I'd issue a decree that all doctors become doctors like Dr. Joseph Swiggum!!!
  • Jun, 23 2025
    I always appreciate Dr Swiggum. He is thorough, informative, and easy to talk to.
  • Jun, 20 2025
    Great provider- best set example of what should occur during a visit
  • Jun, 5 2025
    Very pleased with my Doctor. He is very polite and listens to everything you say I just moved to Spokane in October and I've been to quite a bit and he's very knowledgeable and I appreciate all that.