Dr. J Stephen Scott, MD
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Dr. J Stephen Scott, MD
Bariatric Surgery
Dr. J Stephen Scott, MD is a bariatric surgery specialist in Overland Park, KS and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Missouri School of Medicine in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities Menorah Medical Center and Lee's Summit Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
Locations
Bariatric and Metabolic Specialists - Overland Park
Bariatric and Metabolic Specialists - Lee's Summit
At a Glance
- Area of Expertise • Dr. Scott specializes in the area of General Surgery. See board certifications
- Explains Conditions Well • Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
- Offers Telehealth • This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
- Practices at Top Hospital • America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Scott's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Scott
4.4
| 5 Star | 81% | 81% |
| 4 Star | 5% | 5% |
| 3 Star | 2% | 2% |
| 2 Star | 2% | 2% |
| 1 Star | 11% | 11% |
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care philosophy
Dr. Scott is committed to the successful, long term weight management and quality of life in patients who suffer from morbid obesity. His commitment to training and educating the surgeons of tomorrow; as well as the development of new techniques and technologies is a true testament to his passion for his patients.biography
This physician is accepting telehealth visits. Dr. J. Stephen Scott is a board-certified bariatric surgeon who practices at Bariatric and Metabolic Specialists in Overland Park, Ks and Lee's Summit, MO. Dr. Scott offers his patients a breadth...read moreBariatric Surgery
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Mount Sinai Medical Center
Residency HospitalUniversity Of Missouri School Of Medicine
Medical School, 1986
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Learn more about medical license public record checkAffiliated Hospitals
- Recipient of 10
hospital awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all awardsSurgical Care Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
85%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home2% lower than the national average
76%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well2% lower than the national average
- Recipient of 25
hospital awardsAmerica’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
88%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home4% higher than the national average
80%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well5% higher than the national average
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