Kristopher Swiger, MD

Cardiovascular Disease

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Novant Health Heart & Vascular Institute - Wilmington Main

1415 Physicians Drive, Wilmington, NC 28401

(910) 662-9500

181 miles away

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About

Both my maternal grandparents died in their 50s of heart disease. I remember, from a young age, reflecting on how unfair that was and wanting to do something to change it. In college, I discovered an interest in epidemiology and hemodynamics. Cardiology is the field that best marries these two interests.

As a researcher, my areas of focus are disease prevention, cardiac imaging and cardio-oncology, a relatively new field in which cardiologists help cancer patients and providers navigate cardia...

What I treat

Specialties: Cardiovascular Disease
Areas of focus: Cardio-Oncology, Congestive Heart Failure, Heart Disease, Hypertension, Lipid Disorders, Preventive Cardiology, Pulmonary Hypertension

Board certifications

Cardiovascular Disease

Years of experience

15+ years of experience

Education

Healthcare Education: University Of North Carolina School Of Medicine (2011)
Residency: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine-Intern (2014)
Fellowship: Vanderbilt University Medical Center (2018)

Personal

Languages: English
Gender: Male

Reviews

Likelihood of recommending this provider

340 Ratings

Provider discussed proposed treatments4.9

Provider explanation of problem or condition4.9

Provider efforts to include you in decisions4.9

Provider concern for questions or worries5

1-5 of 76 Reviews

08/23/2026 | Verified Patient

Dr. Swiger always listens and shows concern. He never rushes the appointment. He offers excellent advice. I truly trust him.

08/23/2026 | Verified Patient

Dr. Swiger explained the different outcomes of the proposed test very well and answered all our questions.

08/22/2026 | Verified Patient

Prior to moving to Brunswick County , I had the incredible, lifesaving medical care from John's Hopkins in Baltimore. Dr Swiger has exceeded the superior level of care I had previously received

08/22/2026 | Verified Patient

Dr. Swiger is one of the most caring doctors I've ever had. He's professional and thorough. He listens and provides excellent explanations regarding forward treatment plan.