Dr. Douglas A. Scott, MD

Dr. Douglas A. Scott, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon

1076 Ribaut Road
Suite 101
Beaufort, SC 29902

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This was my second surgery with Dr Scott and to say that I am pleased is an understatement! He was very informative about my surgery and recovery; so I went in with my eyes wide open. From the initial consult to my postoperative aShow moreppointment I was well taken care of. No one wants to be in pain and having to have surgery can be traumatic, but Dr Scott and the team at BOSS did an excellent job helping me navigate this process.

Kotina F. • August 20, 2026

Dr. Scott performed a complete shoulder replacement for my wife last year and did an amazing job. Now I require a complete shoulder replacement and didn’t hesitate one bit to contact Dr. Scott in order to get the surgery done. HShow moree provides excellent patient care and takes the time to explain every detail of the procedure and recuperation process! I highly recommend him to anyone requiring shoulder replacement surgery

Harold A. • October 14, 2026

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About Dr. Douglas A. Scott, MD

Dr. Scott

Dr. Scott is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon specializing in shoulder and elbow surgery at BOSS Orthopaedics in Beaufort, Bluffton, and Hilton Head Island, SC.

Expertise

Dr. Scott’s expertise focuses on the shoulder and elbow, specifically in relation to sports medicine, trauma, minimally-invasive arthroscopy, replacement, and the complex reconstruction of these joints.

Education and Training
  • Doctor of Medicine, Medical University of South Carolina
  • Residency in Orthopaedic Surgery, St. Luke’s Roosevelt Hospital Center
  • Fellowship in Orthopaedic Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, Brown University
Professional Background

His training also included pediatric orthopaedics at the DuPont Institute and orthopaedic oncology at Memorial Sloan Kettering during his residency. He also completed the prestigious orthopaedic shoulder and elbow fellowship at Brown University, focusing on the upper extremity, including shoulder resurfacing, total shoulder and reverse total shoulder replacement, as well as advanced minimally-invasive techniques of shoulder and elbow arthroscopy.

Practice Achievements

Since beginning practice in the Lowcountry in 2012, Dr. Scott has performed hundreds of shoulder and elbow surgeries annually and has been voted “Best Orthopaedist” by readers of a local magazine.

Practice Locations
  • 1076 Ribaut Road, Ste 101, BEAUFORT, SC 29902 - (843) 525-0045
  • 4812 Bluffton Parkway, BLUFFTON, SC 29910 - (843) 837-4300
  • 39 Hospital Center Commons, HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC 29926 - (843) 681-2363
Professional Affiliations

Dr. Scott is a board-certified diplomate of the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. He is also a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and a member of numerous other professional orthopaedic and medical societies. He has authored peer-reviewed journal publications and academic book chapters for orthopaedic surgery, including being the lead author for a shoulder chapter in the 2025 edition of Orthopaedic Knowledge Update: Shoulder and Elbow 6.

Performing Surgery At
  • Beaufort Memorial Hospital
  • Hilton Head Hospital
  • Outpatient Surgery Center of Hilton Head

Services, Conditions and Procedures

ACL Tear

Arthritis

Arthroscopic Surgery

CMC Replacement

Carpal Tunnel

Dupuytren's Disease

Fracture Care

Hand & Wrist Injuries

Herniated Disc

Hip Replacement

Joint Injections

Knee Injuries

Knee Replacement

MRI

Meniscus Tear

Neck & Back Pain

Occupational Therapy

Physical Therapy

Rotator Cuff Tear

Sciatica

Shoulder Replacement

Spinal Fusion

Spondylolisthesis

Sports Injuries

Stenosis

Tendonitis

Trigger Finger


Locations (4)

BOSS Orthopaedics

1076 Ribaut Road
Suite 101
Beaufort, SC, 29902

4810 Bluffton Pkwy
Ste 102
Bluffton, SC, 29910

4812 Bluffton Parkway
Bluffton, SC, 29910

39 Hospital Center Commons
Hilton Head Island, SC, 29926


More About Dr. Douglas A. Scott, MD

Practice

BOSS Orthopaedics

Specialties

Insurance

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Voluntary
  • Aetna/US Healthcare - non HMO
  • Aflac
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Anthem Health
  • BCBS-SC
  • BCBS-SC HealthyBlue Medicaid
  • Bankers Life and Casualty Company
  • Bollinger Specialty Group
  • Capital District Physician Health Plan - NY
  • Champus Tricare For Life
  • Cigna
  • Cigna Supplemental Insurance
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Colonial Life
  • Colonial Penn Life
  • Conseco Life Insurance
  • Contracts
  • Covenant Administrators
  • Emdeon
  • Farm Bureau Mutual Insurance Company
  • GEHA
  • GWH-Cigna (formerly Great West Healthcare)
  • Gilsbar
  • Guarantee Trust
  • Healthgram
  • Humana
  • Instamed
  • Medcost
  • Medica
  • Medicare PIN
  • Multiplan
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Other Commercial
  • PHCS
  • Palmetto GBA
  • PaySpan
  • Providence Health Plans
  • Railroad Medicare-Palmetto
  • Thomas Cooper & Co.
  • Transamerica Life Insurance
  • TriWest Healthcare Alliance
  • Tricare
  • Tricare East
  • TrustMark
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • United Healthcare Empire Plan
  • United Healthcare Life Insurance
  • United Medical Resources
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Veterans Affairs - Triwest
  • WellMed
  • View all

NPI Number

1043545965

Provider's Gender

Male


Reviews

4.91
1499 Reviews

One of the best doctors I ever have had!!!

Kathleen C. • October 31, 2026

Dr Scott is a great doctor and even better person with a fantastic bedside manner. Rare in these times.

Christopher H. • October 31, 2026

Excellent!

James H. • October 30, 2026

Very good visit as usual. Dr Scott is great.

Bruce B. • October 30, 2026

Wonderful doctor! Dr. Scott is very honest, upfront, personable, and professional. One of the best doctors I’ve ever had the pleasure of meeting.

Karen M. • October 29, 2026

Professional, thorough, caring.

Judith V. • October 27, 2026

Dr. Scott performed a complete shoulder replacement for my wife last year and did an amazing job. Now I require a complete shoulder replacement and didn’t hesitate one bit to contact Dr. Scott in order to get the surgery done. He provides excellent patient care and takes the time to explain every detail of the procedure and recuperation process! I highly recommend him to anyone requiring shoulder replacement surgery

Harold A. • October 14, 2026

His very nice and friendly

Karel C. • October 13, 2026

All details covered up until day of surgery. Staff available for contact for reassurance of concerns prior to surgery. I had confidence in Dr Scott. Brilliant care at Outpatient Surgery Center, especially by the Nurse, Rachel, specifically as assigned to me.

Christine M. • October 13, 2026

Dr. Scott is amazing. He has a tendency to talk kind of fast but he doesn't mind slowing down. He actually listens to his patients. He respects what the patient wants.

Martin F. • October 04, 2026

Well, it was only my second appt with Dr Scott. I like him, I will let him do a shoulder surgery on me. But it’s way too early in the journey for me to do an accurate review. He’s very smart, very personable, much better early impressions than some other local physicians.

Susan G. • October 02, 2026

Professional and nice facilities

Benoit A. • September 25, 2026

Made sure I was comfortable going ahead very much satisfied

Ishmail F. • September 25, 2026

So very easy to talk to. Thorough in every detail. Encouraging.

Mary Jean M. • September 25, 2026

Outstanding. Dr. Scott is the best

Bruce B. • September 19, 2026

DR Scott is an extremely competent and caring surgeon who respects and cares for his patients. His warm and friendly demeanor is very reassuring to his patients. He is highly respected by all who know him.

Leslie N. • September 15, 2026

Dealt with my issue promptly.

Raymond M. • September 15, 2026

I have known Dr. Scott for over 15 years. He is an excellent surgeon and doctor. As a person, I found him to be very kind and a patient listener.

Barbara M. • September 14, 2026

Dr Scott has replaced one shoulder and I’m seeing him for the other. He has been excellent in addressing all my concern's, fantastic surgeon.

Rebecca C. • September 12, 2026

Dr Scott gave us the informative information that we needed. Thank you.

James C. • September 11, 2026

Excellent Dr. Very good at explaining the path forward.

Jesse H. • September 04, 2026

Please tell him how much I appreciate his skill and his wonderful manner. Always cheerful and positive. Very supportive. Treats his patients like they’re a friend, not just a case.

Emil K. • September 04, 2026

It's always pleasant when I come to dr. Scott and Jamie office. They are very understanding and know exactly what they are doing. Love them and they staff.

Jeannette M. • September 03, 2026

Wonderful physician...thorough with an easy going demeanor

Patricia A. • September 03, 2026

I was late for my appointment by an hour due to an error on my part and they were able to see me anyway. They were very friendly and helpful and a very pleasurable experience

Abner S. • September 01, 2026

Dr. Scott was very personable, knowledgeable and took the time to really listen. I highly recommend Dr. Scott.

Herm V. • August 31, 2026

Personable and good diagnosis

Dale A. • August 28, 2026

Dr. Scott was friendly and to the point. Offered good explanation of my condition and answered my questions.

Elizabeth T. • August 28, 2026

Well informed decision with vital information provided.

Alvan B. • August 27, 2026

Whenever I have an appointment with Dr. Scott I know that I will have a positive experience. During this appointment Dr. Scott reviewed my MRI results with me and as he always does made sure I understood the outcome. I have never left an appointment questioning anything. I highly recommend Dr. Scott.

Shirley S. • August 24, 2026

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