Jennifer Swaringen, M.D.

Dr. Swaringen specializes in orthopedic surgery and sports medicine. The focus of her practice is general orthopedic and fracture care, arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder, hip and knee, as well as total knee replacement.

headshot Jennifer Swaringen, M.D.

Doctor of Medicine

Emory University College of Medicine

Residency

University of Michigan

Fellowship

Minnesota Orthopedic Sports Medicine Institute

Bio

Dr. Jennifer Swaringen is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon, specializing in sports medicine. She has been practicing in Pinellas and Pasco counties since 2008.

Dr. Swaringen received both her Bachelor of Science and Medical Degree at Emory University in Atlanta. She completed her General Surgery internship and Orthopaedic Surgery residency at the University of Michigan. She subsequently went on to complete her sports medicine fellowship at Minnesota Orthopedic Sports Medicine Institute in Minneapolis. While there she learned specialized techniques in shoulder arthroscopy, including rotator cuff tear repair; as well as knee arthroscopy for meniscus and ACL tears and knee replacement.

Dr. Swaringen's greatest source of contentment is getting to know her patients and their needs, helping them to recover from their injuries and find their path to feeling better. She spends her time away from work with her husband and two children. Her hobbies include wellness, running, and yoga.

In 2024, Dr. Swaringen was awarded the Distinguished Physician Leadership Award for exemplifying unparalleled excellence in clinical practice, leadership, and outstanding service to the hospitals and community.

Specialties

Knee Surgery and Replacement

Meniscus & ACL Tear Repair
Knee Replacement

Hand and Elbow Surgery

Carpal Tunnel, Trigger Finger & Ganglion Cyst Elbow tendonitis, Biceps Tendon Tear Repair

Fracture Care

Sports Medicine

Shoulder Arthroscopy & Rotator Cuff Tear Repair

Awards

  • 2024 Distinguished Physician Leadership Award

Memberships

  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

What Our Patients Are Saying

  • Dr Swaringen has treated me and my whole family for many years. She is the most capable, qualified, compassionate and caring doctor I've ever met!

    Tracey Hollins
    August 26, 2025

    I have used Dr. Swaringen twice for both knee replacements and can't stress enough how kind, considerate and compassionate she is to her patients. Also must stress that the staff for this practice is top notch. Again the kindness and compassion that they show is above and beyond. I also must give a shout out to Heather(I hope I have the right person) and her due diligence to following up on things... read more

    sharon ellingwood
    December 6, 2024

    I’ve been seeing her for many years! Always listens! By the time I leave I have no more pain! She is great!

    Debbie Edwards
    May 2, 2025
  • Dr. Swaringer has been very attentive to my needs and concerns. She knows that I am looking forward to getting back to 100%, yet she cares about my overall health and wellness above my impatience. I would definitely recommend her and she is not like other doctors I've encountered in Worker's Compensation incidents. She is not just looking to put me back to work before she feels I'm ready. Although my... read more

    Larry Parker
    January 27, 2020

    I had the exceptional good fortune of becoming Dr. Jennifer Swaringen's patient at a despondent point in my painful life of the past 10 years. Having severe and chronic shoulder and neck pain, I needed relief now! I arrived at her office for my first appointment and immediately commenced with a series of at least 20 very specific xrays that accurately substantiated my problem, severe deterioration of my shoulder joints and osteoarthritis of my neck.... read more

    John Stacz
    June 26, 2019

    She treated my daughter following a car accident. She was attentive and very friendly. She explained everything in simple terms that everyone could understand. She spent time answering all of our questions. Overall, I would highly recommend her.

    Cathy Barnes
    June 16, 2021
  • Amazing doctor. She took the time to understand my issue and to explain what my options are. She did amazing for my surgery and even called to check in me the next day.

    B Knudson
    October 8, 2020

    She is the best, left knee replacement two years ago, and now replace the right knee. Everything went so perfect.

    carol spruill
    January 23, 2025

    Wife's Dr. Excellent highly recommended

    Neil Seltzer
    June 11, 2021