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Dr. Walter Scott, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery* Age 69
Dr. Walter Scott, MD
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Dr. Walter Scott, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgery Specialist in Abington, PA.
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Dr. Walter Scott, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery* Age 69
Abington, PA
Accepting new patients
43 years of experience
Dr. Walter Scott, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgery Specialist in Abington, PA.

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Dr. Walter Scott, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgery Specialist in Abington, PA and has 43 years experience. They graduated from University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine. They currently practice at OB/GYN Center and are affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Jefferson Methodist Hospital and Jefferson Abington Hospital. Dr. Scott has experience treating conditions like Lung Cancer among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Scott received an average rating of 3.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 21 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Scott is board certified in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Lung Cancer
Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Lung Cancer
Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Lung Cancer
Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Esophageal Cancer
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Pleural Effusion
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy Robotic Assist
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection Robotic Assist
Aortic Valve Disease
Atrial Fibrillation
Benign Tumor
Cancer
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Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Empyema
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Esophageal Diseases
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Fistula
Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction)
Hypertensive Heart with Failure
Interstitial Lung Disease
Lung Abscess
Malignant Mediastinal Tumor
Mediastinal Tumors
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation
Partial Lung Collapse
Pleura Cancer
Pleural Cancer
Pleural Neoplasm
Pulmonary Disease
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Systolic Heart Failure
Thymomas
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Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Bronchoscopy
Bronchoscopy with Robotic Assist
Cardiac Catheterization (incl. Coronary Angiography)
Decortication and Pleurectomy
Esophageal Surgery
Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
Esophagostomy
Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
Lobectomy
Lobectomy of Lung with Robotic Assist
Lung Removal
Lung Surgery
Lymphadenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Maze Procedure
Open Lobectomy
Open Lung Resection or Removal
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair
Partial Lobectomy
Segmentectomy
Thoracentesis
Thoracoscopic Excision of Lung With Robotic Assistance
Thoracoscopic Segmentectomy
Thoracoscopic Thymectomy
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy

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Locations

  1. 1 Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery
    1245 Highland Ave Ste 401, Abington, PA 19001
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (215) 481-6070
  2. 2 Jefferson Cardiothoracic Surgery
    10800 Knights Rd Ste 214, Philadelphia, PA 19114
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (215) 612-5050

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Scott
3.9
Based on 21 Reviews
5 Stars (15)
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1 Star (6)

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Jun 10, 2020
Dr Scott is a great surgeon. He is very friendly and makes you feel very comfortable. He removed a cancer nodule from my left lung and I have never felt better.
Kelly Brown — Jun 10, 2020
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Specialties*
Cardiothoracic Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine
    1981
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
Board Certifications
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Fellowship Hospital
  • University Chicago Medical Center
    1989
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Walter Scott, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Scott's profile.

Dr. Walter Scott, MD is affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Jefferson Methodist Hospital and Jefferson Abington Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Walter Scott, MD holds board certification in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

    111 S 11th St, Philadelphia, PA

  • Jefferson Methodist Hospital

    2301 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA

  • Jefferson Abington Hospital

    1200 Old York Rd, Abington, PA