Dr. Scott B. Phillips, M.D. received his Bachelor's degree at the University of Kentucky in his hometown of Lexington, KY., and went on to complete his Medical Degree at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine.

 

Dr. Phillips completed a 7-year Neurological Surgery Residency at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, MI. As part of the Air Force Health Professions Scholarship Program, Dr. Phillips then served 4 years on Active Duty as a Staff Neurosurgeon at San Antonio Military Medical Center (SAMMC/BAMC).

 

After Honorable Separation in 2017, he served the citizens of San Antonio Texas before relocating to practice in Wichita Falls and the greater North Texas areas.

The first rule of the Hippocratic Oath, taken by all physicians, is "do no harm." With this as a foundation, physicians apply their scientific knowledge and must develop "risk versus benefit" equations related to treatment options. 

 

Historically, the medical field has been Paternalistic, where doctors make all decisions. Modern Medicine requires patients to be well informed.  Joint decision-making is only possible when a patient truly understands their options, risks, benefits, and alternatives.

 

Dr. Phillips will spend the time needed with education so that his patients can feel comfortable about their treatment options.