Dr. Robert Dickinson Swackhamer, MD
Cardiology
1500 E 2nd St, Suite 400
Reno, NV 89502 Directions
4.9 out of 5
1,425 verified ratings
1,425 Ratings, 373 Comments
Nov 18, 2024
Always listened w/good eye contact! Answered ?’s in a way I could understand. Appreciate his empathy skills & bedside manner! 👌👍🙏✅🤗♥️🍀
Nov 16, 2024
As always Dr. Swackhammer is right up front with my condition. He checks all my medical through Renown systems and is well aware of my status. His bedside manner is exceptional. He listens and responds to all questions. I feel he is tops in his class. I value his decisions and recommendations.
Nov 14, 2024
The nurse was helpful, knowledgeable and nice! Swackhamer is very good. Dont let him retire!!
Nov 13, 2024
Dr. Swackhamer was always pleasant and explained everything in detail. He also has a good sense of humor. I’m sorry to see him go, but wish him the best in his retirement.
Nov 7, 2024
Dr swackhamer is excellent and will be missed
Nov 3, 2024
He is great and I going to miss hammer
Nov 1, 2024
During the last twenty years plus Dr Swackhammer has demonstrated genuine concern, compassion and empathy. In his approach to my health care. His knowledge and professionalism has given my family and I a great life. Thank you
Oct 31, 2024
Felt reassured with cardiac situation.
Oct 30, 2024
Dr. Swackhamer is THE best cardiologist I could have hoped for. I feel so lucky I've been one of his patients since I developed a heart condition. I have had full confidence in him.
Oct 29, 2024
Everything is always EXCELLENT! The care and compassion shown by Dr. Swackhamer has always been comforting and trustworthy for the past 26 years! I'm so sad he's retiring. I do have faith he will find a doctor for ne that equals his standards. Thank you!
Oct 22, 2024
The medical assistant was new to me and I do not have his name but he was excellent. He listened and was very good at his job. Dr Swackhamer is always an involved and caring physician.
Oct 18, 2024
He took the time to explain what each medication was for and reviewed my diagnosis so I could understand.
Oct 17, 2024
My treatment by Dr. Swackhamer and staff has always been excellent!
Oct 7, 2024
Everything outstanding
Oct 7, 2024
The way he explained a procedure and how much easier and accurate it is
Sep 10, 2024
Dr Swackhamer has an excellent bed side manner which immediately puts you at ease and trust in him besides his expert knowledge of medicine! Has had an undeniable positive impact on my health! Truly a credit to the medical profession and Renown!!!!!!!!
Aug 27, 2024
He has the "bedside manner" that is lacking in some younger physicians. He really identifies with patients! He is MY DOCTOR!
Aug 27, 2024
He is the best heart 💘 doc don't let him go
Aug 23, 2024
Always wants to know how I have been, what I am doing, this is very helpful to my heart health.
Aug 22, 2024
Dr.Swackhamer is my best doctor, we have been together since 2001. He saved my life. Need I say more?
Aug 22, 2024
He is kind, considerate and thorough. He often follows up with a phone call after the visit.
Aug 9, 2024
The ultrasound tech did a great job, was knowledgeable and explained what she was doing and what [ ] we’d see
Jun 20, 2024
Dr Swackhamer has placed [ ]. I have been seeing him for approximately 20 years. I consider him as one of the finest surgeons. He truly cares for his patients. I look forward to our visits.
Jun 17, 2024
Always explains,and listens to you
Jun 15, 2024
Excellent Dr. very knowledgeable and converses well, thoroughly explained important information
Jun 14, 2024
Dr Swackhamer is alway caring and attentive to the medical issues and changes. He is kind and compassionate to the aging process. Always positive and encouraging.
Jun 8, 2024
The whole experience was outstanding. I’ve always appreciated the courtesy and care that was provided.
Jun 4, 2024
He visited me when I was being treated by another physician in the hospital.
Jun 3, 2024
I was impressed that he took the time to call me and ask how I was doing the following day! He is by far one of the best Doctors there at Renown!!!
Jun 3, 2024
Dr swackhammer is so genuine and reassuring. He is extremely caring and professional.
Jun 1, 2024
On time
May 30, 2024
My doctor was amazing and never everything that and issues I had in the past 6 months, he is very easy-going and caring and has a great sense of humor, when I leave my appointment I always feel great and excited that I git to talk with him
May 30, 2024
Everything, Knowledge, Commitment to his patients.
May 27, 2024
Timeliness, attentive to concerns
May 25, 2024
My medical situation was serious , but Dr Swackhamer was tenacious in finding out my treatment and eventually having an [ ]. The Dr called me on my personal cell phone constantly checking my status , how I was feeling and responding to meds. He checked in on me 8 times! No doctor does that anymore. He and Dr [ ] saved my life!
May 23, 2024
Med tech was very good and friendly
Apr 22, 2024
My most recent appointment was for a six-month check up. It went smoothly and included a very complete discussion of my test results
Apr 22, 2024
Dr. Swackhamer is an outstanding Dr.
Apr 21, 2024
His level of knowledge Ability to explain things Willingness to take time to explain
Apr 19, 2024
He listened with interest and answered my questions
Apr 18, 2024
He lets me help in decisions regarding my medical care and decissions. Doesn’t poof-poof my care choices and listens with knowledge and concern.
Apr 18, 2024
Always outstanding
Apr 16, 2024
Dr Swackhamer discussed the need for and what each medication is for. He turned a serious condition into a favorable condition in 6 months. He is also very sincere and proactive thinking ahead Thumbs up to him and his staff.
Apr 15, 2024
His office staff are exceptional
Apr 13, 2024
Every aspect of my visit is ALWAYS above and beyond EXCELLENT! I've been a patient of Dr. Swackhamer for 25+ years. I always look forward to seeing him, he's very thorough and I trust him implicitly.
Apr 11, 2024
I’m very satisfied with the care I have received from my doctors and the entire staff at Renown. I’m confident that everyone is concerned about my health.
Apr 8, 2024
Always courteous, professional and thorough. Explains things well. Provides time for me to ask questions and answers so I can understand.
Apr 5, 2024
Dr Swackhamer is an amazing clinician, and a wonderful person. I cannot express how impressed and thankful I am for him.
Mar 24, 2024
I had an excellent experience with Dr. Swackhamer and all of his staff.
Mar 23, 2024
All of the cardiology folks are the best don't change a thing there.