About
R. Scott Mills, MD brings a rare combination of research depth and personal care to his internal medicine practice in Marietta, Georgia. He earned his undergraduate degree cum laude from Vanderbilt University, where he studied Physics and French. He then completed his medical degree, internship, and residency in internal medicine entirely at Emory University School of Medicine, graduating in 1992 and finishing his residency in 1995. During his training, he contributed to two research projects at Emory, one examining cardiac changes in obese patients through diet and exercise, and another comparing insulin sensitivity measures in patients with non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus. The American Board of Internal Medicine has certified him, and he holds an affiliation with WellStar Kennestone Hospital.
Dr. Mills centers his practice on two equally important goals: responding well when patients are sick and preventing illness before it starts. He builds a personal partnership with each patient, addressing every concern at each visit and setting concrete health goals during annual wellness exams. He is passionate about chronic disease management, particularly helping members achieve better control of conditions like type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension. Patients always see Dr. Mills directly, never a nurse practitioner or physician assistant. Outside of medicine, he serves as a board member of the Marietta Schools Foundation and holds membership in the American Medical Association and Cobb County Medical Society.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN - Bachelor of Arts, Physics & French, Cum Laude, 1988
Medical School
Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA - Doctorate of Medicine, 1992
Residency
Emory University, Atlanta, GA - Internal Medicine Residency, 1993-1995
Additional Training
Internship: Emory University, Atlanta, GA, 1992-1993
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Mills right for?
Dr. Mills is a strong fit for adults seeking a long-term primary care relationship with a board-certified internist. Patients managing chronic conditions like type 2 diabetes, hypertension, or high cholesterol benefit from his focused, goal-oriented approach. Those who want direct access to their physician, not a nurse practitioner or physician assistant, will find his practice well-suited to that expectation. Individuals interested in proactive wellness planning and prevention alongside responsive sick care will feel at home here.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Mills focuses on internal medicine and preventive care, with particular expertise in chronic disease management. He is passionate about helping patients gain better control of type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension. He also addresses a broad range of primary care concerns during each visit.
Yes. Dr. Mills sees every patient personally at every visit. The practice does not use nurse practitioners or physician assistants. Patients always work directly with Dr. Mills.
Dr. Mills treats prevention and acute care as equally important priorities. He sets concrete health goals with each patient during annual wellness exams. He works collaboratively with patients to develop individualized wellness plans aimed at long-term well-being.
Dr. Mills earned his medical degree from Emory University School of Medicine in 1992. He completed his internship and residency in internal medicine at Emory University, finishing in 1995. Before medical school, he graduated cum laude from Vanderbilt University with a degree in Physics and French.
Yes. The American Board of Internal Medicine has certified Dr. Mills. He specializes in internal medicine and preventive medicine.
Yes. During his training at Emory, Dr. Mills contributed to two research projects. One examined cardiac changes in obese patients through diet and exercise. The other compared insulin sensitivity measures in patients with non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus.
Yes. Dr. Mills serves as a board member of the Marietta Schools Foundation. He also holds membership in the American Medical Association and the Cobb County Medical Society.
Dr. Mills maintains an affiliation with Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center in the Marietta area.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026