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Why Choose Highland Village Family Medicine

For over 30 years, Highland Village Family Medicine has operated as a small independent practice. Many other family practices now operate under large hospital systems and physician groups due to changes in the healthcare industry. However, at Highland Village Family Medicine, we have intentionally chosen to remain a private practice.

Payments & Insurance

To help keep the rising cost of medical care at a minimum, we require each patient to provide full payment at their appointment. We accept the following insurance carriers:

Health Services

In addition to acute care, we provide other health services in our office for your convenience. A partial list includes the following:

Bruce Linden, MD

Bruce Linden is married with four children. He graduated from Texas Tech Medical School in 1982 and subsequently trained in the John Peter Smith Hospital Family Practice Residency. His wife is a Registered Nurse and homemaker. She also sews and does volunteer work. They have four children, three of which have graduated from college.

Dale Swanholm, MD

Dale Swanholm is married with two children. He graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in 1972. His Family Practice Residency began at the University of Iowa and finished in the U.S. Air Force. His wife is a homemaker. She does volunteer work and enjoys gardening. His daughter, Amy, is a lawyer in Austin.

John Tilley, MD

John Tilley is married with three sons. He graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in 1981. Subsequently, he trained in the St. Paul Family Practice Residency. His wife is a quilter who also sews, reads, and volunteers. The three boys are working in the local area and attending college.

The Mediterranean Diet

The Mediterranean Diet promotes heart-healthy eating habits and reduces the risk of heart disease. Luckily, the diet is easy to incorporate into family meals and accommodate when eating out with friends. This brief article outlines key components of the Mediterranean Diet, including the kinds of foods you should eat and those you should avoid.

The Diverticulitis Diet

Diverticulitis occurs when diverticula (small pouches that develop in the digestive tract) become inflamed or infected. Severe cases of diverticulitis require hospitalization, and all cases are treated with antibiotics. The diet is intended to aid in your recovery.

Overview of Type 2 Diabetes

Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes and means you are either insulin resistant or your body does not produce enough insulin to maintain blood sugar levels. This article provides an overview of symptoms, causes, risks, and ways to prepare for your appointment in the event you believe you may have type 2 diabetes. Read more.

Quit Smoking: Create a Plan to Cope with Hurdles and Temptations

Ready to kick your smoking habit? This article helps you develop a basic and reliable plan to quit smoking long-term. Read more.

An Exercise Guide for Lower Back Pain

If you suffer from lower back pain or are recovering from a lower back injury, check out the exercises provided in this article. Concise instructions coupled with images help you learn basic exercises that orthopedic surgeons and physical therapists recommend. Read more.

Finding Reliable Health-Related Information on the Web

While the internet provides useful resources for researching and understanding health issues, we all know the web also contains information that can be confusing or misleading. This article outlines three questions you should ask about each resource you find on the internet to ensure its reliability. Read more.

New and Updated Features

We redesigned our website with you in mind. As a result, we've thoughtfully incorporated the following features:

The Newest Member of our HV Docs Family

Join us in welcoming our newest Board Certified Family Physician, Dr. Benjamin Linden.

Questions About the New Affordable Care Act?

As new portions of the Affordable Care Act continue to go into effect, patients and doctors are being confronted with several changes. If you have questions about your healthcare insurance and the Exchange, please call our staff at (972) 317-0331, and we will do our best to help you navigate through any changes.