4.6
20 Ratings with 10 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Purinton is a gynecologic oncologist, or a doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating cancers that are located on women’s reproductive organs, like ovarian cancer. He serves as the chief of gynecologic oncology.Dr. Purinton’s clinical interests include minimally invasive surgery, including robotic surgery techniques, which allow for quicker recovery time in the treatment of cancerous and noncancerous diseases of the female reproductive system; new chemotherapeutic protocols and targeted therapeutics in treating gynecologic cancers; ovarian cancer screening for early detection; improving quality of life for women with gynecologic cancers; and molecular profiling to lessen the chance of recurrence of gynecologic cancers.Dr. Purinton earned his medical degree from the University of Miami School of Medicine. He completed his residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Johns Hopkins Hospital, and his fellowship in gynecologic oncology at University of Texas …Southwestern Medical Center. Dr. Purinton also holds a doctor of philosophy degree in physiology. He is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology in general obstetrics and gynecology and in gynecologic oncology.When he’s not at work, Dr. Purinton enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter at their home in Lewisburg.Video: more from Dr. Scott Purinton, M.D., PhD
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- accepting new patients
- 23 years of experience
- 13 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- U. of Texas Southwestern
- 10 written reviews
- 1 award
- 2 specialties
- 3 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 2 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Flexible scheduling
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Office Locations
Dr. Scott C Purinton has 2 locationsGeisinger Medical Center
100 N Academy AveDanville, PA 17822 Tel: (570) 271-6211
Mon12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Tue12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Wed12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Thu12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Fri12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sat12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sun12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Geisinger Medical Center Muncy
255 Route 220 HwyMuncy, PA 17756 Tel: (570) 308-2600
Mon12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Tue12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Wed12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Thu12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Fri12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sat12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sun12:01 am - 11:59 pm
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| Gynecologic Oncology | Obstetrics & Gynecology | Obstetrics & Gynecology | Family Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 23 Years of Experience | 45 Years of Experience | 35 Years of Experience | 43 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks Spanish, English |
| Danville , PA | Danville , PA | Lewisburg , PA | Williamsport , PA |
| Med School: University of Miami School of Medicine | Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University | Med School: New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Scott C Purinton
Medical Specialties
Dr. Scott C Purinton has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Scott C Purinton has the following 3 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
23 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Fellowship
U. of Texas Southwestern2011
Residency
Johns Hopkins Hospital2007
Medical School
University of Miami School of MedicineGraduated in 2003
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- Dr. Scott Purinton's office is located at 100 N Academy Ave, Danville, PA, 17822.
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