Susan M. Swetter, MD

Dermatologist, Dermatologic oncologist, Cutaneous oncology specialist

Bio:   Susan M. Swetter, M.D., is a Professor of Dermatology, Assistant Chief of the Dermatology Service at the VA Palo Alto, and Director of the Pigmented Lesion and Melanoma Program at Stanford University Medical Center and Cancer Institute. Her research interests encompass both primary and secondary melanoma prevention, including therapeutic prevention strategies in patients with atypical nevi and targeted screening/education of high-risk groups for improved melanoma awareness and early detection. Her clinical interests are in cutaneous oncology and adult general medical dermatology (at VA Palo Alto).
4.9 out of 5
208 Patient Ratings
19 Patient Comments

Skin Cancer Program

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  • Palo Alto, CA 94304
  • Phone: 650-498-6000
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Professional Education

  • Internship: UCSF Medical Center (1991) CA
  • Residency: Stanford University School of Medicine (1994) CA
  • Board Certification: Dermatology, American Board of Dermatology (1994)
  • Medical Education: University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine (1990) PA
  • BA, University of Virginia, Interdisciplinary Studies (1986)
  • MD, University of Pennsylvania, Medicine (1990)
  • Internship, Univ. of California, San Francisco, Internal Medicine (1991)
  • Dermatology Residency, Stanford University, Dermatology (1994)
  • Chief Residency, Stanford University, Dermatology (1994)

Honors & Awards

  • Nominated, Kaiser Award for Clinical Teaching, Stanford University School of Medicine (2003, 2004, 2005)
  • Nominated, Franklin G. Ebaugh, Jr. Award (outstanding dedication to advising medical students), Stanford University School of Medicine (1999, 2001, 2004, 2009)
  • Recognition for Excellence in Teaching, Stanford University School of Medicine (2004, 2009)
  • President’s Volunteer Service Award, President’s Council on Service & Civic Participation, Corporation for National & Community Service (2007)
  • Leadership Award, Melanoma Care Coalition (2007)
  • Elected Member, American Dermatological Association (2011)
  • Humanitarian Award Recipient, Melanoma Research Foundation (2012)

Administrative Appointments

  • Member, Melanoma/Skin Cancer Committee, American Academy of Dermatology (1999 - 2009)
  • Member, Scientific Programs Committee, Melanoma Section, American Society of Clinical Oncology (2006 - 2008)
  • Member, Melanoma Clinical Guidelines Task Force, American Academy of Dermatology (2006 - 2012)
  • Member, Board of Directors, American Cancer Society, Santa Clara County Unit (2007 - Present)
  • Member, Melanoma Panel, National Comprehensive Cancer Network (2007 - Present)
  • President, Board of Directors, American Cancer Society, Santa Clara County Unit (2009 - 2011)
  • Medical Advisory Panel, Melanoma Research Alliance (2013 - Present)
  • Advisory Board, Stanford Women and Sex Differences in Medicine (WSDM) Center (2014 - Present)
  • Physician Leader, Cancer Care Program in Cutaneous Oncology, Stanford Cancer Institute (2012 - Present)
  • Director, Pigmented Lesion and Melanoma Program, Stanford Cancer Institute (1995 - Present)

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Explanations

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SHC Patient, Feb 2016

I cannot tell you enough how impressed I was with Dr. Swetter, her staff, her records & her responsiveness to my concerns.

SHC Patient, Feb 2016

Dr. Swetter has been an outstanding doctor since I found out I had melanoma. I am very confident in her abilities.

SHC Patient, Dec 2015

They always take their time to answer all questions.

SHC Patient, Nov 2015

Excellent.

SHC Patient, Oct 2015

No bad experience at all since last year, everybody is nice and the doctor explains everything clearly. She's a very nice doctor.

SHC Patient, Jun 2015

Dr. S. is great!

SHC Patient, May 2015

I have no complaints.

SHC Patient, Apr 2015

Excellent provider -

SHC Patient, Apr 2015

I have the utmost confidence in Dr. Swetter. Very thorough & personable.

SHC Patient, Feb 2015

Dr. Swetter is just plain good... friendly, upbeat, very knowledgeable, kind.

SHC Patient, Dec 2014

Love Dr. Swetter.

SHC Patient, Oct 2014

Dr. Swetter is one of the most outstanding doctors I have ever consulted.

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4.9 out of 5
208 Patient Ratings
19 Patient Comments

SHC Patient, Feb 2016

I cannot tell you enough how impressed I was with Dr. Swetter, her staff, her records & her responsiveness to my concerns.

SHC Patient, Feb 2016

Dr. Swetter has been an outstanding doctor since I found out I had melanoma. I am very confident in her abilities.

SHC Patient, Dec 2015

They always take their time to answer all questions.

SHC Patient, Nov 2015

Excellent.

SHC Patient, Oct 2015

No bad experience at all since last year, everybody is nice and the doctor explains everything clearly. She's a very nice doctor.

SHC Patient, Jun 2015

Dr. S. is great!

SHC Patient, May 2015

I have no complaints.

SHC Patient, Apr 2015

Excellent provider -

SHC Patient, Apr 2015

I have the utmost confidence in Dr. Swetter. Very thorough & personable.

SHC Patient, Feb 2015

Dr. Swetter is just plain good... friendly, upbeat, very knowledgeable, kind.

SHC Patient, Dec 2014

Love Dr. Swetter.

SHC Patient, Oct 2014

Dr. Swetter is one of the most outstanding doctors I have ever consulted.

SHC Patient, Oct 2014

Dr. Susan Swetter is an outstanding doctor. Very kind and very professional -

SHC Patient, Sep 2014

Stanford is the best I tell everyone about you.

SHC Patient, Jul 2014

I'm happy.

SHC Patient, Jun 2014

Gave excellent summary of what the care would be & issues involved - TWICE.

SHC Patient, Feb 2014

Dr. Swetter is an excellent physician. I don't think she is taking new patients, so its not like I can recommend her to others.

SHC Patient, Feb 2014

Dr. Swetter, Larry Morris, Dr. Rogen are all extremely reassuring, knowledgeable, kind, caring.

SHC Patient, Feb 2014

Dr. Swetter and the resident were very thorough and informative and kind. I felt confident of their care.