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Dr. Scott A Compton D.O

Orthopedist

127 S Main St Nevada MO, 64772
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Dr. Scott Compton is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Nevada, MO. Dr. Compton specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Compton tends to bones, ligaments, muscles, joints, nerves and tendons. Orthopaedic surgeons can specialize in certain areas like the hand, spine, hip, foot and ankle, shoulder and elbow or the knee.

Education and Training

Univ of Hlth Sci, Coll of Osteo Med, Kansas City Mo 1986

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 31 years of experience

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Dr. Scott A Compton D.O's Practice location

Dr. John Nolan, DC

127 S Main St -
Nevada, MO 64772
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1000 4TH ST SW -
MASON CITY, IA 50401
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