10/03/2025
We mourn the loss of Dr. Neil A. Swanson, former Chair of the OHSU Department of Dermatology. Dr. Swanson helped shape the department and University that we are today, serving many key leadership roles across OHSU. In Dermatology, he recruited and mentored many faculty to who continue to form the core of our department. He expanded our clinical programs, and established a robust basic science research focus in skin cancer.
Clinically, he was an expert in Mohs surgery in reconstruction, where he published over 130 journal articles and served in leadership roles for national organizations. He enjoyed tremendously the training of dermatology residents and fellows — he trained more than 30 Mohs surgical fellows.
Beyond his professional accomplishments, Dr. Swanson cherished life outside of medicine, especially his love of horses and the ranch life. We extend our condolences to Dr. Swanson's family, friends and colleagues during this time of loss. His vision and legacy will continue to inspire our work for years to come.
