Summary

Dr. Paula Colescott specializes in internal medicine and addiction medicine, bringing over five decades of medical expertise to her practice. She earned her medical degree from the University of Colorado School of Medicine and completed her residency training at Wilford Hall Medical Center. Dr. Colescott is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing her to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Colescott practices at multiple locations throughout Anchorage, Alaska, including First Care Medical Centers, Alaska Regional Hospital, and Providence Alaska Medical Center. She treats patients with respiratory conditions such as asthma and allergies, including allergic rhinitis. Her clinical services include health risk assessments and specialized breathing tests like pulmonary function testing to evaluate lung health. Patients consistently rate Dr. Colescott highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 51 years of experience
  • 5 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Wilford Hall Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Paula Jo Colescott has 3 locations

First Care Medical Centers Llc

1301 Huffman Rd Ste 100Anchorage, AK 99515
Mon7:00 am - 11:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 11:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 11:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 11:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 11:00 pm
Sat7:00 am - 11:00 pm
Sun7:00 am - 11:00 pm

Alaska Regional Hospital

2801 Debarr RdAnchorage, AK 99508

Providence Alaska Medical Center

3200 Providence DrAnchorage, AK 99508

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Med School: University Of Colorado School Of Medicine Med School: Test1 Med School: University Of North Dakota School Of Medicine & Health Sciences Med School: New York University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Paula Jo Colescott

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Moda Health

Medical Specialties

Dr. Paula Jo Colescott has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Paula Jo Colescott has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Addiction Medicine
  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

51 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Alaska, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Wilford Hall Medical Center

Medical School

University Of Colorado School Of MedicineGraduated in 1975

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Where is Dr. Paula Colescott's office located?
Dr. Paula Colescott's office is located at 1301 Huffman Rd Ste 100, Anchorage, AK, 99515.
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