About
Dr. Ted Swann is a primary care physician practicing in Clemson, South Carolina. He focuses on primary care and preventive medicine, with a particular emphasis on wellness planning and executive health. Before founding Swann Medicine, he practiced at AnMed Health, where he cared for approximately 2,400 patients.
Dr. Swann left AnMed Health to build a practice rooted in unhurried, personalized care. He limits his panel to 350 patients, which allows him to develop a deep understanding of each person's health history and goals. He makes himself available 24/7 by mobile phone, text, and email. He has opted out of Medicare to protect his patients from the restrictions that program places on clinical decision-making. Dr. Swann believes practicing medicine is a privilege. He approaches every patient relationship with that conviction and works directly with specialists to ensure coordinated, complementary care.
Who is Dr. Swann right for?
Dr. Swann is a strong fit for adults who want a primary care physician they can reach at any time. Patients managing ongoing health goals benefit from his focus on wellness planning and preventive care. Clemson University students looking for accessible, personalized care close to campus will find dedicated spots available. Patients with Medicare coverage should note that Dr. Swann has opted out of Medicare. Those who see multiple specialists will benefit from his direct, physician-to-physician approach to coordinating referrals.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Swann focuses on primary care and preventive medicine. He manages a broad range of general health concerns and places particular emphasis on wellness planning. He also coordinates specialist care for patients who need additional or more specialized treatment.
Dr. Swann gives all patients his mobile number and responds to calls, texts, and emails 24/7. He will either answer directly or call back promptly. This direct access is a core part of how he practices.
Dr. Swann coordinates specialist referrals directly, working physician to physician. He advocates for each patient personally and ensures that specialist care complements rather than duplicates the primary care plan. He believes this approach produces more cohesive outcomes.
Dr. Swann opted out of Medicare to protect his patients and his practice from the restrictions Medicare imposes on clinical decisions. Opting out does not limit his ability to order tests, prescribe medications, or make referrals. He can still provide full primary care services to Medicare-age patients.
The practice information highlights Dr. Swann's background in primary care and his prior experience at AnMed Health. 5656 for details on his certifications and training.
Yes. Dr. Swann currently holds a limited number of spots specifically for Clemson University students. Students receive the same direct access and personalized care as all other patients, including 24/7 availability and same-day appointments.
Dr. Swann performs many clinical tests directly in the office, including urinalysis, strep throat and flu tests, blood sugar and hemoglobin tests, pulmonary function testing, hearing tests, and electrocardiograms. He also draws blood in the office and sends samples to the appropriate outside laboratory the same day.
Dr. Swann believes medicine should center on a thorough understanding of each patient as an individual. He keeps his panel small so he can deliver customized, unhurried care. He sees practicing medicine as a privilege and approaches every patient relationship with that perspective.
Doctor profile last updated June 11, 2026