Dr. Scott Thomas Penisten M.D.
Family Practitioner
840 E University Ave East Des Moines Fami Des Moines IA, 50316About
Dr. Scott Penisten is a family practitioner practicing in Des Moines, IA. Dr. Penisten specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Penisten possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Education and Training
Univ Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia 2000
Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas 2000
Board Certification
AnesthesiologyAmerican Board of AnesthesiologyABA
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Sinusitis
- Ear Infection
- Impetigo
- Tonsillitis
- Croup
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