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Dr. John Scott specializes in pulmonology, focusing on the diagnosis and treatment of lung and respiratory conditions. He earned his medical degree from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine and brings 11 years of clinical experience to his practice. His expertise encompasses the full spectrum of pulmonary medicine, helping patients with complex breathing disorders and sleep-related respiratory issues.
Dr. Scott practices at Temple University Hospital in West Des Moines, Iowa. He treats patients with respiratory failure, sleep apnea, and obstructive sleep apnea. His procedural expertise includes therapeutic hypothermia for critically ill patients, comprehensive pulmonary function testing to assess lung capacity, and at-home sleep studies for convenient diagnosis of sleep disorders.
Dr. Scott practices at Temple University Hospital in West Des Moines, Iowa. He treats patients with respiratory failure, sleep apnea, and obstructive sleep apnea. His procedural expertise includes therapeutic hypothermia for critically ill patients, comprehensive pulmonary function testing to assess lung capacity, and at-home sleep studies for convenient diagnosis of sleep disorders.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 11 years of experience
- Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 8 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
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Medical Specialties
John Harwood Scott has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
John Harwood Scott has the following 8 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
11 Years Experience
John Harwood Scott holds an expired medical license in the state of Iowa.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Iowa that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine in 2015.
NPI Number
John Harwood Scott's NPI number is 1972982619.
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- John Scott is affiliated with Temple University Hospital.
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- John Scott's office is located at 5950 University Ave, West Des Moines, IA, 50266.
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