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Millennium Medical & Weight Loss Center
Ringgold, GA
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SCOTT C. MITCHELL, M.D. completed his undergraduate degree at Tufts University and then continued on at Tufts University School of Medicine in Boston, MA where he received his M.D.
Upon completion of medical school, he attended the University of Connecticut, Asylum Hill Family Practice Residency Program at St. Francis Hospital and Medical Center in Hartford, CT. In his final year of residency he was chosen by his peers to be Cheif Resident.
After finishing residency, he served as a Captain in the U.S. Army for four years at Joel Health Clinic and Womack Army Medical Center where he provided a full array of family medicine to service members, their families, and retirees.
He is now the proud owner of Millennium Medical Weight Loss Center, LLC in Ringgold, GA where he practices both Family Practice and Bariatrics.
In addition to taking care of children and adults alike, Dr. Mitchell has an interest in primary care sports medicine and has served as the team physician for numerous high school, college, and even professional sports teams.
In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his family, especially his ten year old daughter, Savannah. He also enjoys playing ice hockey, which he has done since age four and still plays in multiple adult amateur hockey leagues in the Atlanta area. He also enjoys football, baseball, golf, reading, movies and just spending some relaxing time with his friends and family.
SpecialtiesDoctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Doctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Bariatrics
Family Medicine
Preventive Medicine
Licenses
United States: Georgia
Languages spoken
English
Doctor Q&A
151 Answers
101 Agrees
The number of answers this doctor has agreed with.
A 30-year-old female asked:

Dr. Scott Mitchell answered
23 years experience Bariatrics
Surgery isnt usually: Needed. Any time an internal body part pushes into an area where it doesn't belong, it's called a hernia. There are 2 types of hiatal hernias, slidin ... Read More
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A 36-year-old male asked:

Dr. Scott Mitchell answered
23 years experience Bariatrics
Diet and Exercise: The goal is to burn more calories than you consume. Watch your diet-eliminate junk food and don't over eat. Consider liquids as well-soda, alcohol, et ... Read More
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A 20-year-old male asked:

Dr. Scott Mitchell answered
23 years experience Bariatrics
Strength training: You need to continue to eat healthy and exercise but you need to "eat clean" and snack often, do not skip meals or go more than 3 hours during waking ... Read More
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Feb 27, 2013
I recommend this physician!
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Sep 7, 2012
I have been to other weight loss places but Dr. Mitchell is by far the most interested in your total health..the weight loss is a very welcome by-product. If you just want pill, with sketchy results, ...Read More
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Nov 3, 2012
I have been a patient for a year and a half. Never have i been so successful with my healthy lifestyle change. My Husband and i both have been able to keep the weight off! Go see him and see for yo...Read More
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Thank you, Dr. Mitchell. That is a very helpful suggestion. I will discuss it with housemate this week, if he hasn't already dropped dead from sleep deprivation and hypertension. He's going on night 3...Read More
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I started out obese and have lots 15 lbs since (now in overweight category) but am currently 5w pregnant! Will continue healthy eating, dieting and walking daily to lose more weight so I can continue ...Read More
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Thanks for your quick reply! All I drink is water 95% of the time. I've been on a 1200 calorie diet for about 45 days. I walk everyday 30-60 mins. Please help.
Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
Tufts University School of Medicine, MA
Graduated 1998MD
Residency
ST FRANCIS HOSPITAL
Awards
North Georgia's Official People Choice Awards Best of the Best as voted on by readers of the Chattanooga Times Free Press, Winner, Best Weight Loss Center 2011 and 2012
North Georgia's Official People Choice Awards Best of the Best as voted on by readers of the Chattanooga Times Free Press, Finalist, Best General Practice Doctor 2011 and 2012
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Millennium Medical & Weight Loss Center, LLC
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