Overview
Dr. Scott was born at Athens General Hospital and was raised in Monroe and then Athens. After attending Cedar Shoals High School and the University of Georgia, he earned his medical degree from Emory University in 1989. Dr. Scott completed residencies in General Surgery and Cardiothoracic Surgery at Emory and then practiced in Athens from 1997 through 2006. Prior to returning to Athens to join Piedmont Heart, Dr. Scott was employed by Riverside Medical Group in Newport News, Virginia.In his free time, Dr. Scott enjoys spending time with his wife and children. He practices adult cardiac and general thoracic surgery.
Dr. Scott is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Collapsed Lung, Pleural Effusion, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Heart Valve Repair.
Dr. Scott is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Scott is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
242 King Avenue, Suite 230, Athens, GA 30606
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Steven S. Scott
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Steven S. Scott?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Steven S. Scott by calling their office at 706-475-1950. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Steven S. Scott a top-rated expert for Collapsed Lung?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Steven S. Scott is classified as an Distinguished expert for Collapsed Lung, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Steven S. Scott specialize in?
While Dr. Steven S. Scott is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Collapsed Lung, Pleural Effusion, and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Steven S. Scott accept my insurance?
Dr. Steven S. Scott accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alliant Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 706-475-1950 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- Collapsed LungDr. Scott isDistinguished. Learn about Collapsed Lung.
- Pleural EffusionDr. Scott isDistinguished. Learn about Pleural Effusion.
- Pleuropulmonary BlastomaDr. Scott isDistinguished. Learn about Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.
- Advanced
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Scott isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- Cardiac TamponadeDr. Scott isAdvanced. Learn about Cardiac Tamponade.
- Esophageal PerforationDr. Scott isAdvanced. Learn about Esophageal Perforation.
- Fibrosing MediastinitisDr. Scott isAdvanced. Learn about Fibrosing Mediastinitis.
- Heart Bypass SurgeryDr. Scott isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Bypass Surgery.
- Lung CancerDr. Scott isAdvanced. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- Parapneumonic Pleural EffusionDr. Scott isAdvanced. Learn about Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion.
- PleurisyDr. Scott isAdvanced. Learn about Pleurisy.
- Experienced
- Adenosine Deaminase 2 DeficiencyDr. Scott isExperienced. Learn about Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency.
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
- Aortic DissectionDr. Scott isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Dissection.
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Scott isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- Aortic Valve ReplacementDr. Scott isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Replacement.
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Scott isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Atrial MyxomaDr. Scott isExperienced. Learn about Atrial Myxoma.
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)Dr. Scott isExperienced. Learn about Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).
- Cystic Medial Necrosis of AortaDr. Scott isExperienced. Learn about Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta.
- Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Scott isExperienced. Learn about Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- EGFR Positive Lung CancerDr. Scott isExperienced. Learn about EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.
- EndocarditisDr. Scott isExperienced. Learn about Endocarditis.
- Heart TumorDr. Scott isExperienced. Learn about Heart Tumor.
- Heart Valve RepairDr. Scott isExperienced. Learn about Heart Valve Repair.
- Infective EndocarditisDr. Scott isExperienced. Learn about Infective Endocarditis.
- Lung AdenocarcinomaDr. Scott isExperienced. Learn about Lung Adenocarcinoma.
- Lung NodulesDr. Scott isExperienced. Learn about Lung Nodules.
- Lymphofollicular HyperplasiaDr. Scott isExperienced. Learn about Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia.
- Mediastinal TumorDr. Scott isExperienced. Learn about Mediastinal Tumor.
- MesotheliomaDr. Scott isExperienced. Learn about Mesothelioma.
- Metastatic Pleural TumorDr. Scott isExperienced. Learn about Metastatic Pleural Tumor.
- Mitral StenosisDr. Scott isExperienced. Learn about Mitral Stenosis.
- Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)Dr. Scott isExperienced. Learn about Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC).
- Pacemaker ImplantationDr. Scott isExperienced. Learn about Pacemaker Implantation.
- Rheumatic FeverDr. Scott isExperienced. Learn about Rheumatic Fever.
- Squamous Cell Lung CarcinomaDr. Scott isExperienced. Learn about Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma.
- Thoracic Aortic AneurysmDr. Scott isExperienced. Learn about Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm.
- Thymic Epithelial TumorDr. Scott isExperienced. Learn about Thymic Epithelial Tumor.
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)