Dr. Edwin Hughes Scott MD
Family Practitioner
2011 Windsor Spring Rd Augusta GA, 30906About
Dr. Edwin Scott is a family practitioner practicing in Augusta, GA. Dr. Scott specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Scott possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Education and Training
Univ of Nc At Chapel Hill Sch of Med, Chapel Hill Nc 1990
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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