About
Dr. Malia Swanson earned her BS in Biology from Azusa Pacific University in Los Angeles before completing her MD at the University of Maryland School of Medicine in Baltimore. She finished her Family Medicine residency at Cahaba UAB in Birmingham, Alabama. She holds board certification in Family Medicine through the ABFM and carries the Menopause Society Certified Provider designation.
Dr. Swanson grew up in Boulder, Colorado, and built her Lafayette practice to care for the community that shaped her. Her clinical approach centers on finding root causes rather than managing symptoms in isolation. She is passionate about prevention, perimenopause and postmenopause care, women's health, chronic disease management, and lifestyle medicine. She offers bioidentical, evidence-based hormone therapy as part of her certified menopause specialty. Married to co-founder Jayme Swanson, she has three children. Outside the clinic, she trains for triathlons, creates pottery, walks with friends, and spends time with her family. She believes sunshine, whole foods, body movement, and whole-person wellness form the foundation of a thriving life.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Bachelor of Science in Biology, Azusa Pacific University, Los Angeles, California
Medical School
Doctor of Medicine, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland
Residency
Family Medicine Residency, Cahaba UAB, Birmingham, Alabama
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Swanson right for?
Dr. Swanson is a strong fit for adults and children ages 6 and up seeking a root-cause approach to primary care. Women navigating perimenopause or postmenopause benefit directly from her certified menopause specialty and hormone therapy expertise. Patients managing chronic conditions, weight concerns, or lifestyle-related health goals find her clinical focus highly relevant. Spanish-speaking patients can communicate comfortably, as the practice operates bilingually. Those who want direct access to their physician by text or phone will appreciate her model.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Swanson specializes in family medicine, preventive care, chronic disease management, and women's health. She holds the Menopause Society Certified Provider designation and offers comprehensive perimenopause and postmenopause care. She also focuses on weight and lifestyle medicine, hormone therapy, and health optimization for patients ages 6 to 110.
Yes. Dr. Swanson holds board certification in Family Medicine through the American Board of Family Medicine. She also carries the Menopause Society Certified Provider credential, which reflects advanced training in menopause and hormone care.
Dr. Swanson focuses on identifying root causes rather than treating symptoms in isolation. She prioritizes prevention and health optimization before chronic disease develops. Her practice integrates lifestyle medicine, diet and exercise coaching, and evidence-based hormone therapy into a whole-person approach to care.
Yes. Dr. Swanson offers bioidentical, evidence-based hormone therapy as part of her certified menopause specialty. She holds the Menopause Society Certified Provider designation and provides comprehensive care for patients in perimenopause and postmenopause.
Dr. Swanson performs a range of minor surgical procedures in the office. These include skin biopsies, wart removal, IUD insertion, endometrial biopsy, wound care, and trigger point injections. She also offers ear and nose piercing services.
Yes. Boulder Valley Direct Primary Care operates bilingually in English and Spanish. Co-founder Jayme Swanson RN, BSN, a native Spanish speaker, manages operations and serves as clinical nurse, ensuring Spanish-speaking patients feel fully supported.
Dr. Swanson completed her undergraduate degree in Biology at Azusa Pacific University in Los Angeles. She earned her MD at the University of Maryland School of Medicine in Baltimore. She then completed her Family Medicine residency at Cahaba UAB in Birmingham, Alabama.
Yes. Members reach Dr. Swanson directly by text or phone. This direct access is a core feature of the practice model and allows patients to get timely answers without going through a call center or scheduling a formal visit.
New patient visits with Dr. Swanson run 90 minutes. Follow-up visits extend up to 60 minutes. This allows her to spend meaningful time understanding each patient's health history and goals.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026