Deborah A Scott, MD
Not currently accepting new patients
4.862626 average rating from 99 patient reviews
Specialties
Affiliation
Mass General Brigham
Provider Locations
- Chestnut Hill, MA
- Boston, MA
Dr. Deborah Scott is the Director of the Laser & Skin Health Center, the Co-director of the Hair Loss Clinic, and the Co-director of the Multicultural Dermatology Program at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. In addition, she is an assistant professor at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Scott completed her medical degree at Howard University. She is board certified in Dermatology and Internal Medicine. She has expertise in hair loss and acne treatment.
Education & Training
- Residency: Roger Williams Medical Center, Dermatology, 1986
- Residency: Howard University College of Medicine, Dermatology, 1983
- Residency: Carney Hospital, Internal Medicine, 1982
- Internship: United States Public Health Service, Internal Medicine, 1980
- Medical Education: Howard University College of Medicine, 1979
Board Certifications
- Dermatology, American Board of Dermatology
- Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine
Languages Spoken
- English
Age Group Treated
- Adults
Patient Feedback
4.862626 average rating from 99 reviews
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She is skilled, knowledgeable, caring.
2026-07-01
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Hello, I can say about Dr. Scott, I think she is the best skin doctor. I was so happy with her.
2026-06-26
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Dr. Scott is clear and concise and I really appreciate that.
2026-06-26
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My dr took the time to go over treatment options and medications. Took the time to explain everything with me.
2026-06-17
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Dr Scott is wonderful
2026-05-29
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Always professional and looks for solutions for my concerns.
2026-06-04
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Dr. Scott listened to my concerns and explain the reason for prescribing the meds.
2026-05-19
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Dr. Scott is a wonderful physician and I love the work she's doing and she's been very, very accommodating. That's it.
2026-05-15
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I saw Dr. Deborah Scott. She is a true professional. She is kind, patience, understanding and very through with her patients. I love her!!!!
2026-05-05
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I could not have asked for better care. My appointment was thorough in every way and the caring treatment and expertise were stellar. Dr. Scott is a rock star and always worth the wait to get an appointment with her. Thursday is my least convenient day for an appointment, but I made it work because I value her expertise and ever caring bedside manner. Thank you!!
2026-04-30
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Dr. Scott is an excellent and caring physician.
2026-04-29
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Dr Scott, is it wonderful physician. She is caring and knowledgeable. Her office hours are very limited, but I don't mind accommodating that because she is so wonderful. She has helped me in so many ways.
2026-04-28
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I would love the ability to clone her so others can value the same experience I have.
2026-04-24
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I,m a patient of Dr.Scott for many years.I have great confidence in Dr Scott abilities and always feel that I am in a very good hands. Dr Scott expertise has made a significant difference in my recovery journey.I feel very lucky to have Dr Scott as my doctor.Thank you
2026-04-16
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Dr Scott is a very knowledgeable doctor she was so nice and took her time explaining what was going on with my skin she did a great job getting rid of the problem I had
2026-04-15
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I have always received excellent service from my Dermatologist Dr.Scott.She is very informative and knowledgeable. She takes extra effort to explain my condition and the treatment.
2026-04-15
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totally satisfied with the care, knowledge and f/u plan of this provider
2026-04-01
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Warm & courteous
2026-03-18
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I've seen this provider several times. She is always very knowledgeable and can answer all my questions
2026-03-13
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Dr. Scott is very thorough with everything she does and she has a very kind, clear way of explaining things and she makes it so much easier to understand and her calm effect calms me down when I go in and I have concerns and she always constantly is asking do you have any questions which is very important in patient care and I appreciate her because she does that and I would love her to be around for a long time.
2026-03-06
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I felt very comfortable
2026-03-05
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I've had great care over the last 2 years
2026-02-26
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It was great to finally see her. Had to wait a year for the appointment, but worth the wait. Other dermatologists were available for me to meet with during the year.
2026-02-25
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Dr. Scott is very attentive. I know she runs late. That's because she's very much sought for her information. But she spent enough time with me to make me feel very comfortable about my medical dermatological condition. So I appreciate her greatly that she's my physician. The end.
2026-02-26
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Dr. Scott and her practitioners are highly skilled and very professional. We definitely recommend for anybody that needs any kind of dermatological services.
2026-02-27
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She was great! I was also seen on time which was appreciated.
2026-02-25
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Dr Scott has been extremely helpful with my condition. She asks my opinion on different treatment prescription and their results. I have had excellent results with her treatment.
2025-12-24
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Very, very, very, very grateful for the opportunity to meet with this care provider. She has been very thorough, very knowledgeable, very, her details are very good. I appreciate everything she has done for me. I'm glad she's my care provider. I would recommend her to so many people if possible. I'm looking forward to our next visit. She's always very attentive. She explains what's happening. She gives me a comparative from the last visit we had to the current visit. So I'm very pleased for her to be my physician.
2025-12-25
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Dr Scott has all the positives attributes I would look for in a health care provider. I am fortunate to have her on my care team. Thank you Dr Scott.
2025-12-22
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This was my second visit with Dr. Scott. Both times she sincerely listened to me, answered all my questions, explained my options and the considerations for each option. Though I know she is very busy, she never made the visits feel rushed. She was highly recommended to me by a colleague who was one of her patients and, I, in turn have recommended Dr. Scott to others.
2025-12-16
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Always such a great experience with Dr. Scott and her team! Everyone is so kind, friendly and accommodating. Dr.Scott always takes time to listen to me, answer my questions, and explain everything to me.
2025-12-15
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Brilliant. Really understood my circumstances and had new infuriation to share regarding treatment. I feel hopeful!!
2025-12-03
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Dr. Scott is a perfect dermatologist and a perfect doctor! She's the best.
2025-11-12
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Dr. Debra Scott is excellent she goes out of her way to help you. I discussed my overall skin concerns in addition to the PDT, she gives me clear insight and information. She is a credit to her profession, and I think she is a wonderful asset to the hospital and all of her patients. Her nurse is very caring, explains everything is very helpful and compassionate.
2025-11-12
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the best ! for decades...
2025-11-07
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Dr. Scott is a gem!
2025-10-15
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Knowledgeable Good Doctor.
2025-10-13
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Dr. Scott is very attentive, very knowledgeable, and very clear in her explanation of my healthcare problem. I would recommend her highly to anyone. Thank you.
2025-10-15
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As a woman of color, it was refreshing to have a doctor who also was a woman of color. I live in New Hampshire and traveled 2 hours one way for this appointment. It was worth it because I learned my providers in New Hampshire had misdiagnosed me since they have little to no experience providing care for people of color. The provider I saw knew right away what my issue was and provided me with honest assessment of treat ability, including letting me know that what I had been taking to address the problem would not work. She gave me alternative options specific for dark skin. Finally, a doctor who gets it! I've been wasting hard earned money on terrible and dismissive medical care for years, so Dr. Scott was a life saver.
2025-10-09
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I'm so pleased to have found Dr. Scott. She's the best! There aren't many doctors like her.
2025-10-08
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SHE LOOKS YOUNG AND IN GOOD HEALTH, VERY NICE LADY
2025-10-01
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Caring and expert
2025-09-29
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She's the best. I wish there was more like her. Very thorough. Very kind. Loving heart, gentle spirit is Dr. Deborah Scott.
2025-09-04
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Very soft spoken and good listener
2025-09-04
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Good care.
2025-09-04
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The care provider was thoughtfully attentive and concerned about my problem. She provided appropriate resolutions to my issues.
2025-08-28
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Provider very tentative
2025-08-27
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Dr Scott is great but extremely busy.
2025-08-25
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Thoughtful, experienced and helpful
2025-08-25
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I have seen Dr Scott for over 20 years. I think she's excellent. [redacted] Because I like her so much and think she's an excellent dermatologist it's worth it to me to wait for an appointment with her and drive twice as far to get to her new location.
2025-08-20
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