
Dr. David A. Scott M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
8001 Youree Dr Suite 640 Shreveport LA, 71115About
Dr. David Scott is a gastroenterologist practicing in Shreveport, LA. Dr. Scott specializes in the digestive system and its diseases that affect the gastrointestinal tract, which include organs from the mouth to the anus as well as liver disorders. Gastroenterology includes conditions such as hepatitis, peptic ulcer disease, colitis, nutritional problems and irritable bowel syndrome. Dr. Scott performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
La State Univ Sch of Med In Shreveport, Shreveport La 1986
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans 1986
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Anemia
- Acid Reflux
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Colon Polyps
- Gastritis
- Indigestion
- Diverticulosis
- Pain
Dr. David A. Scott M.D.'s Practice location
David Scott, MD
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- Dr. Abhijit S. Bhatia MD2551 Greenwood Rd Shreveport LA 71103
- Dr. John Achillea Kirkikis MD3217 MABEL ST SHREVEPORT LA 71103
- Dr. Qiang Cai M.D.1541 KINGS HWY SHREVEPORT LA 71103
- Dr. Barry Marvin Osherowitz MD1608 Jimmie Davis Hwy Bossier City LA 71112
Nearest Hospitals
CHRISTUS HEALTH SHREVEPORT - BOSSIERl
1453 E BERT KOUNS INDUSTRIAL DRIVE SHREVEPORT LA 71105SHRINERS HOSPITALS FOR CHILDRENl
3100 SAMFORD AVENUE SHREVEPORT LA 71103