Mina Swofford M.D. | Mina Desai-Patel NP-C

2101 Jackson St. #205
Anderson, IN 46016
Phone: (765) 683-3160 Fax: (765) 646-8367

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Welcome to Swofford Dermatology Center


Dr. Mina Swofford opened her practice in 1997 and since then has been working to provide the best dermatology care for thousands of adults and children throughout Madison County and the surrounding areas.  As a board certified dermatologist, with over 20 years of experience in dermatology, combined with a genuine concern for her patients, she and her team strive to provide exceptional medical, surgical, and cosmetic skin care for the community.  Her loyal staff is committed to providing patients with prompt, courteous attention and will address the needs of the individual with utmost sensitivity and compassion.  We are honored that you have chosen to entrust us with your skin care needs and we promise to care for you as we would our own family members.

Our website provides you with background about our physicians, staff, office hours, financing policies, appointment procedures, maps, directions to our office in Anderson, and other useful information. Our office is conveniently located on the Saint Vincent Anderson Regional Hospital Campus. We know how hectic life can be and are committed to making our practice convenient and accessible.  Please take a few moments to look through this site to get a better feel for Swofford Dermatology Center.  We also invite you to call our office at any time to request an appointment or ask any questions.  Thank you.

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Meet Our Team

  • Dr.
    Mina Swofford
    M.D.
    Physician

    Dr. Mina Swofford grew up in northeast Ohio.  She graduated with a combined six-year BS/MD degree from Northeastern Ohio Universities College of Medicine.  She then completed an Internal Medicine residency at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus, Ohio and a Dermatology residency at the Indiana University School of Medicine.  

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  • Mina Desai-Patel
    NP-C
    Certified Nurse Practitioner

    Mina Desai-Patel, was raised in Dallas, Texas, then moved to Indiana 30 years ago. She is a board certified nurse practitioner, along with working as a Registered Nurse since 1991. Her expertise includes dermatology, pediatrics and acute care/hospitalist. She attended Walden University, earning her Masters of Science in Nursing and graduating with honors in 2019.

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Dr. Swofford and Mina Desai-Patel NP-C believe that quality counts and experience matters.  We strive to promote a relationship of trust to allow the delivery of the best skin care possible.

Testimonials

  • "Dr. Swofford and staff are a team of caring professionals. Kindness and professionalism are hallmarks of this dermatology center. Dr. Swofford always allows time for extra questions and inquires about my family's wellbeing. I would highly recommend Dr. Swofford and staff for any dermatology concerns."
    Sharon H.
  • "I've been a patient of Dr. Swofford for nearly 15 years. Her professionalism and attention to detail is outstanding, and the staff is highly trained, courteous, and provides the best service you could want."
    Ron G.
  • "It has been my good fortune to have Dr Mina as my favorite doctor. She has seen even the smallest irregularity that needs attention, and kept me from a possible undesirable outcome. She is extraordinarily ethical,trustworthy,calmly reassuring, professional and authentic. I trust her with every aspect of my wellbeing. I have also had her expertise to refresh my appearance to my expectations. I consider myself fortunate to have been a long term patient. Her staff represents all of her standards and are a reflection of her qualities to be the best possible."
    Rite S.
  • "I recommended a coworker who was seen yesterday as a new patient. We both are astounded at the ease your office makes it to make and conduct an appointment.
    I felt thoroughly heard. The skin issues I’ve had for years were promptly addressed despite having seen three other dermatologists over the past few years.
    I am very happy with every aspect of contact I’ve had with your office.
    I couldn’t be happier with the results. I will continue to recommend this office to friends and coworkers."
    Deana P.

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Monday:

8:00 am-4:30 pm

Tuesday:

8:00 am-4:30 pm

Wednesday:

8:00 am-4:30 pm

Thursday:

8:00 am-4:30 pm

Friday:

8:00 am-4:30 pm

Saturday:

Closed

Sunday:

Closed