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Dr. Don Scott, MD

Dr. Don Scott, MD

Dermatopathology*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Don Scott, MD is a dermatopathologist in Palm Springs, CA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of New Mexico School of Medicine in 1971. He is affiliated with Desert Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 19 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (19 reviews)

Practice

1100 N Palm Canyon Dr Ste 108 Palm Springs, CA 92262

Make an Appointment

(760) 325-2074

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Scott specializes in the areas of Dermatology & Dermatopathology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
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Dr. Scott's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Scott

3.7

19 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 Star
68%
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
32%
32%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Mary Lorraine Wabel – Feb 08, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Ginny Hahn – Dec 07, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Greg C – Aug 21, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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MJPuckett in Yucca Valley – Jul 28, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Perris, CA – Mar 29, 2017
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Marv Beachler in Cathedral City, CA – Jul 14, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mark S in Columbia, MD – Feb 17, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Don Scott, MD is a dermatopathologist in Palm Springs, CA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of New Mexico School of Medicine in 1971. He is affiliated with Desert Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

  • Dermatopathology

  • Dermatology

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  • University Of New Mexico School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1971
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Dermatology®
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Dermatology
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Dermatopathology
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Locations

Practice

Don R. Scott MD. A Medical Corp.1100 N Palm Canyon Dr Ste 108 Palm Springs, CA 92262
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Desert Regional Medical Center

    1150 N Indian Canyon Dr
    Palm Springs, CA 92262
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    70%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

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