About
Dr. Katie Swanson is a board-certified family physician and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) with specialized training in osteopathic and cranial therapies. She earned her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her Family Medicine residency at the University of Minnesota North Memorial program.
Dr. Swanson pursued additional training through the Sutherland Cranial Teaching Foundation, completing a 40-hour cranial course, and completed Module 1 of the Fascial Distortion Model Academy. She is also pursuing Natural Mental Health practitioner training focused on joy, calm, and focus. Her own matrescence and breastfeeding journey sparked her passion for fourth trimester care, and she brings that lived understanding to every patient she supports.
Education & Training
Medical School
Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Residency
Family Medicine, University of Minnesota North Memorial
Additional Training
Sutherland Cranial Teaching Foundation 40 hour cranial course; Fascial Distortion Model Academy Course (Module 1)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Swanson right for?
Dr. Swanson is a good fit for postpartum patients who want a family physician with hands-on osteopathic and cranial therapy skills. Parents navigating breastfeeding difficulties, tethered oral tissue, or postpartum physical recovery benefit from her integrative approach. Her own breastfeeding and matrescence experience gives her particular empathy for the realities new parents face. Patients interested in natural mental health support will also appreciate her ongoing training in that area.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Swanson specializes in postpartum family medicine and lactation. She evaluates and treats breastfeeding complications, tethered oral tissue, and postpartum recovery. She also applies osteopathic manipulative medicine and cranial sacral therapy in her care.
Yes. Dr. Swanson holds the International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) credential alongside her board certification in Family Medicine.
Dr. Swanson completed a 40-hour cranial course through the Sutherland Cranial Teaching Foundation and Module 1 of the Fascial Distortion Model Academy. She is also pursuing Natural Mental Health practitioner training through a program focused on joy, calm, and focus.
Dr. Swanson earned her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed her Family Medicine residency at the University of Minnesota North Memorial program.
Yes. Dr. Swanson incorporates osteopathic manipulative medicine and cranial sacral therapy into her patient care. Her additional cranial training through the Sutherland Cranial Teaching Foundation enhances her ability to address postpartum physical recovery for both birthing people and newborns.
Dr. Swanson's own experience navigating matrescence and breastfeeding inspired her clinical focus. That personal journey gives her a grounded perspective on the challenges new parents face and shapes how she supports her patients.
Doctor profile last updated April 10, 2026