M.D.
Surgical Oncologist
Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN
General Surgery - University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA
Aaron Scott, M.D., is a surgical oncologist at City of Hope® Antelope Valley, where he cares for patients with a wide range of cancer types across Southern California. Dr. Scott is dedicated to offering expert surgical treatment with a focus on compassion, respect and understanding, listening to each patient’s goals and concerns and creating a personalized care plan that fits their unique needs.
Although he originally studied physics in college, Dr. Scott switched focuses to medicine because he wanted to make a direct impact in people’s lives. He earned his medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine in Indianapolis, completed his general surgery training at the University of Iowa – where he also served as chief resident – and received advanced training in surgical oncology at City of Hope.
Dr. Scott’s research has been featured in many medical journals and covers topics including rare tumors of the pancreas and liver, as well as how biomarkers can help guide treatment for small bowel tumors.