After an extensive search, Select Health is pleased to announce that Geoffrey Swanson, M.D. has been named as the new Medical Director of Select Health in Idaho. He will start his new role in August 2022. As the new Idaho Medical Director, Dr. Swanson will be responsible for clinical operations, strategy, and services for the Idaho market.
Dr. Swanson has over 20 years of experience as a family practice physician and most recently served as Chief Medical Officer of MultiCare Rockwood Clinic in Spokane, Washington. In that role, he was the senior physician leader responsible for provider engagement, clinical product, and overall medical group performance. Prior to that, he served as Vice President of Population Health at Asante in southern Oregon and held senior leadership positions at Propel Health in Oregon and with St. Luke’s Health Partners in Idaho.
At Select Health, Dr. Swanson will focus on his demonstrated success in the organization and integration of large multi-specialty provider groups. “Select Health is adding an innovative leader with a track record of results-driven achievements and knowledge of integrated health systems,” said Ed Castledine, Idaho market president of Select Health. “In addition to a strong background building provider networks, Dr. Swanson has significant clinical experience and is an excellent fit to drive Select Health toward clinical excellence, improved member experience, and best-in-class healthcare delivery in Idaho.”
Dr. Swanson is a board-certified family physician and received his medical degree from the University of Washington School of Medicine. He is currently licensed to practice medicine in Washington and Idaho.