About
Scott A. Hammer, MD, FAAFP, is a board-certified family physician practicing in Milford, Delaware. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1996. He then completed his Doctorate of Medicine at Jefferson Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia in 2001. He completed both his internship and residency in Family Medicine at the Cabarrus Family Medicine Residency Program in Concord, North Carolina, finishing in 2004.
Dr. Hammer holds dual board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine and additional certification in Hospice and Palliative Medicine. He also holds credentials as an Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Instructor, a PADI Advanced Open Water Diver, and a Swiftwater Rescue Technician. He covers the full scope of family medicine from birth through end-of-life care, excluding obstetrics. Dr. Hammer speaks both English and Spanish fluently. He serves as a member of the Bayhealth Board of Directors and Medical Staff and maintains hospital privileges at Bayhealth Hospital's Kent and Sussex campuses. His approach centers on the kind of personalized care he would want for his own family, with a strong emphasis on wellness, prevention, and long-term patient relationships.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC, Bachelor of Science, Biology 1996
Medical School
Jefferson Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA
Residency
Family Medicine, Cabarrus Family Medicine Residency Program, Concord, NC (2002-2004)
Additional Training
Internship: Cabarrus Family Medicine Residency Program, Concord, NC (2001-2002)
Certifications
Languages
English, Spanish
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Hammer right for?
Dr. Hammer serves patients across every stage of life, from newborns through older adults. Individuals managing chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, or high cholesterol benefit from his proactive, prevention-focused approach. Families seeking a single physician who knows each member well find a strong fit here. Patients navigating serious illness or end-of-life planning benefit from his additional board certification in Hospice and Palliative Medicine. Spanish-speaking patients can communicate with him directly in their preferred language.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Hammer treats a broad range of conditions across all age groups. His clinical focus includes chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, and high cholesterol, as well as pediatric, adolescent, and geriatric conditions. He also provides hospice and palliative care for patients navigating serious or terminal illness.
Yes, Dr. Hammer holds dual board certification. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Family Medicine and holds additional board certification in Hospice and Palliative Medicine. These credentials reflect his expertise across the full spectrum of family care.
Dr. Hammer earned his medical degree from Jefferson Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia in 2001. He completed his internship and Family Medicine residency at the Cabarrus Family Medicine Residency Program in Concord, North Carolina, finishing in 2004.
Yes, Dr. Hammer practices the full scope of family medicine from birth through end-of-life, with the exception of obstetrics. He sees newborns, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients, making him well-suited for families who want one physician to care for every member.
Yes, Dr. Hammer speaks both English and Spanish fluently. Spanish-speaking patients can communicate with him directly during visits and after-hours calls.
Dr. Hammer takes a personalized approach rooted in the belief that every patient deserves the same quality of care he would expect for his own family. He emphasizes wellness and prevention, builds long-term relationships with his patients, and focuses on quality of life across the entire lifespan.
Yes. Dr. Hammer's additional board certification in Hospice and Palliative Medicine equips him to support patients and families through serious illness and end-of-life decisions. This specialized credential sets him apart from most primary care physicians.
Dr. Hammer holds privileges at Bayhealth Hospital on both the Kent and Sussex campuses. He also serves as a member of the Bayhealth Board of Directors and Medical Staff, reflecting a deep commitment to healthcare in Central and Southern Delaware.
Yes. Dr. Hammer makes himself available by phone after hours and on weekends. Members can reach him directly for urgent concerns, guidance while traveling, or questions that arise outside of scheduled visits.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026