
Lode Swinnen, MBCHB
Hematologic Malignancy
Highlights
Johns Hopkins Affiliations:
- Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty
About Lode Swinnen
Primary Academic Title
Professor of Oncology
Johns Hopkins Physician
Background
Dr. Lode J. Swinnen is a cancer specialist in Baltimore caring for patients with lymphoma.
Dr. Swinnen received his M.B.Ch.B. degree from the University of Cape Town Medical School. He completed his residency at Presence Saint Joseph Hospital and performed a fellowship in hematology-oncology at Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine. Dr. Swinnen joined the Johns Hopkins faculty in 2002.
His research interests include lymphomas and immunodeficiency-associated malignancies.
Dr. Swinnen is a member of the Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group and the National Comprehensive Cancer Network.
Centers and Institutes
Clinical Trial Keywords
Lymphomas
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Research Interests
AIDS Associated Maliganancies, Hematology, Immunodeficiency-related Lymphomas, Lymphomas
Courses & Syllabi
- Genes to Society Hematology/Oncology Section, Section Leader, Johns Hopkins University, 1/1/14
- Genes to Society Oncology Section, Section Leader, Johns Hopkins University, 1/1/15 - 1/1/19
Memberships
- Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group, Lymphoma Committee, Lymphoma Core Committee, Brain Tumor Working Group
- National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma Panel
- National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) Central Nervous System Cancer Panel
Locations
- Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center
- 401 North Broadway Street, Weinberg BLDG, Baltimore, MD 21287
- phone: 410-955-8964
- fax: 410-367-2194
- Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville
- 10803 Falls Road, Pavilion III STE 1500, Lutherville, MD 21093
- phone: 410-583-2970
- fax: 410-583-2980
Expertise
Education
Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine
Fellowship, Hematology and Oncology, 1986Ascension Illinois St Joseph
Residency, Internal Medicine, 1983University of Cape Town Medical School
Medical Education, MBChB MS, 1978Board Certifications
Hematology
American Board of Internal Medicine, 1986Medical Oncology
American Board of Internal Medicine, 1985Internal Medicine
American Board of Internal Medicine, 1983Insurance
- Aetna
- CareFirst
- Cigna
- First Health
- Geisinger Health Plan
- HealthSmart/Accel
- Humana
- Johns Hopkins Health Plans
- MultiPlan
- Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
- Point Comfort Underwriters
- Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- UnitedHealthcare
- Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)
Ratings & Reviews
4.7 out of 5
108 ratings, 36 reviewsThe Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/6/2025
Dr Swinnen assessed my condition and had me admitted for immediate treatment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2025
Dr Swinnen has an incredible knowledge base. I am fortunate to be seen by a doctor who has been in this vertical for numerous decades.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/30/2025
Very happy with my medical provider
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/23/2025
Highly competent and professional in his care and advice on treatment for my condition
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2025
Everyone was very professional and friendly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2025
Very Knowledgeable. Spoke about many details and possibilities.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/8/2025
Doctor very knowledgeable on the subject we were discussing.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/18/2024
He is respectful and listens carefully. He answers questions without condescension and is happy to elaborate, if requested by the patient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/12/2024
Dr. Swinnen provides consistently excellent care. He is patient, provides thorough care and answers all questions. It is a joy to have him a a provider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/27/2024
Dr. Swinnen shows concern for my issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/27/2024
So I am confident that he understands and is able to manage my health condition. And I understand he is HOPKINS. I have trust
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/27/2024
Thanks for the help!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/20/2024
I feel most fortunate to be under the care of Dr Swinnen
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2024
Dr. Swinnen made the time to answer all of my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/17/2024
Very professional and kneadable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2024
Very knowledgeable and thorough and friendly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/3/2024
Dr Swinnen has been my Dr since my first visit in 2004. He saved my life with a stem cell transplant . I am grateful for his wisdom, knowledge, attention to detail and sense of humor. On top of that he is a handsome with a beautiful smile!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/2/2024
Smart, meticulous, thorough, thoughtful, very professional, attentive and always welcoming.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/2/2024
Dr. Swinnen is the BEST doctor I have worked with in my lifetime. Beyond my immediate medical care, Dr. Swinnen is a warm, patient and understanding professional. While he is highly intelligent regarding in his field of oncology, he maintains a sense or humor and a very broad smile, This is a perfect mix of traits given his specialization. Always a perfect gentleman.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/29/2024
Dr. Swinnen's expertise has been most helpful to me in the 3 visits I've had in the last 10 yrs.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/7/2024
Dr Swinnen is the best ! Extremely Knowledgeable, and terrific demeanor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/25/2024
We are new to area and have serious medical issues. Dr. Swinnen provided excellent medical advice and service. He communicates extremely well and considers my overall health in his recommendations. For seeing him the first time he really considered my total health situation making me feel very confident he was providing excellent diagnosis.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/25/2024
Dr Swinnen listens to the patient, analyses the patient's symptoms and reports, and then gives his treatment evaluation choices. Dr Swinnen is one the best in field of lymphoma
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2024
Very knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/18/2024
Drs Swinnen and Keough provided excellent care and support to me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/10/2024
I would like to say that I felt at ease after this appointment. I was able to ask and answers were provided for every question which both my husband and I had had.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/3/2024
He was very laid back and knew about my condition very well,He gave me very informative information about my condition.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/27/2024
Could not be happier
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/20/2024
Dr Swinnen was very attentive to me, answered my questions and later personally called me explaining the test results.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/20/2024
Very good
- 2 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/13/2024
The worst provider I have seen in my entire life!!.Bed manners extremely Disappointing
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/12/2024
Dr Swinnen is the best.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/29/2024
DR. SWINNEN WAS KNOWLEDGEABLE ABOUT MY HEALTH ISSUE. HE EXPLAINED WHAT WOULD BE NEEDED GOING FORWARD. HE WAS PATIENT WITH MY EXPLANATIONS AND QUESTIONS.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/22/2024
Dr. Swinnen is an excellent provider, He takes his time to review my blood tests with me and answers all my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/9/2024
Dr. Swinnen was very good.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/1/2024
Great