Dr. Bj Scott M.D.
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
417 Sw 117th Ave 2nd Floor Portland OR, 97225About
Dr. Bj Scott practices Geriatric Medicine in Portland, OR. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Scott works as part of a team with other healthcare providers, to address the natural aging that goes on within the body and to manage multiple medical problems and ensure social support.
Education and Training
Med Univ of Sc Coll of Med, Charleston Sc 1994
Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine 1984
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- High Cholesterol
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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