Scott Soot, MD, FACS

503-935-8700
Areas of Focus: 
Melanoma
Gallbladder Surgery
Hernia Repair
Breast Cancer Surgery
Diverticulitis

About Me

I believe my first duty is to educate my patients about their disease. Only then can we make a personalized plan to take care of their medical concerns in the way that suits them best.

- Scott Soot, MD, FACS

Dr. Soot is an Oregon native and started his surgical practice in 2000. He completed his medical school and residency at Oregon Health & Sciences University in Portland, and went on to start practice in Portland. He is Board Certified in General Surgery and is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He is married and has two children.

He enjoys all aspects of General Surgery in his practice. He has a particular interest in melanoma, laparoscopic surgery, and hernia repair. He also has a focus on colon and small bowel disease, gallbladder disease, breast cancer, melanoma, and soft tissue masses.

Other Interests: 

When he is not practicing surgery, he enjoys a wide variety of outdoor activities, including boating, fishing and alpine skiing.

My Work

Office Locations: 
Hospitals Served: 
Providence Portland Medical Center
Areas of Focus: 
Melanoma
Gallbladder Surgery
Hernia Repair
Breast Cancer Surgery
Diverticulitis

Education & Honors

Board Certification: 
General Surgery
Education & Training: 
  • Residency, General Surgery, Department of Surgery, Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, OR, 2000
  • Residency, Research Resident, Department of Surgery, Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, OR, 1998
  • Internship, Surgery, Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, OR, 1995
  • MD, Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, OR, 1994
  • BS, Biology, University of Portland, Portland, OR, 1990
Honors: 
  • Martin Howard Memorial Scholarship, 1999
  • Resident Cancer Research Award: Oregon Chapter, American College of Surgeons, 1997
  • Portland Monthly Magazine, "Top Doctors," 2023
Other Activities: 
  • Fellow, American College of Surgeons
  • Member, North Pacific Surgical Association
  • Member, Oregon Medical Association
  • Member, Portland Surgical Society