Summary

Dr. Walter Scott is a thoracic surgeon who specializes in surgical procedures involving the chest, lungs, and heart. He earned his medical degree from the University of Chicago Division of Biological Sciences Pritzker School of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Chicago Medicine. With 45 years of experience in the field, Dr. Scott has developed extensive expertise in complex chest and heart surgeries.

Dr. Scott practices at multiple locations throughout Pennsylvania, including Abington and Philadelphia. He is affiliated with Jefferson Abington Hospital, Temple University Hospital, Jefferson Bucks Hospital, and Fox Chase Cancer Center. His clinical focus includes treating breathing problems and heart rhythm disorders such as inappropriate sinus tachycardia and supraventricular tachycardia. He performs various diagnostic and treatment procedures including electrocardiograms, balloon breast brachytherapy, and Holter monitor studies. Patients rate Dr. Scott an average of 2.8 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 2.8
  • 45 years of experience
  • University Of Chicago Medicine
  • 8 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Walter Joseph Scott has 6 locations

Abington Surgical Associates

1245 Highland Ave Ste 401Abington, PA 19001
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Jefferson Cardiothoracic Surgery

1245 Highland Ave Ste 201Abington, PA 19001

Jefferson Cardiothoracic Surgery

3998 Red Lion Rd Ste 214Philadelphia, PA 19114
Mon9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Abington Hospital

1200 Old York RdAbington, PA 19001

Temple University Hospital

3401 N Broad StPhiladelphia, PA 19140

Jefferson Bucks Hospital

380 Oxford Valley RdLanghorne, PA 19047

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Dr. Walter Joseph ScottGregory C. Frank, PA-CDr. Maxim Y. Gluhovsky, MDPatricia A. Kroekel, CRNP
Thoracic SurgeryThoracic SurgeryThoracic SurgeryThoracic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
2.8 
3.6 
45 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Abington , PALanghorne , PALanghorne , PALanghorne , PA
Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine Med School: Sackler School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Walter Joseph Scott

  • Accepts Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Walter Joseph Scott has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Walter Joseph Scott has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Adjuvant Chemotherapy
  • Aneurysm
  • Congenital Heart Defects
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Esophagus Cancer (Esophogeal Neoplasm)
  • Lung Cancer
  • Lung Diseases
  • Lymphatic Metastasis
  • Multiple Abnormalities
  • Pneumonectomy (Lung removal)
  • Surgery
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations

Certifications, License, & Education

45 Years Experience

Dr. Walter Joseph Scott holds an inactive medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an inactive medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Chicago Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine in 1981.

NPI Number

Dr. Scott's NPI number is 1164562310.

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