About
Dr. Scott Whetsell earned his medical degree from Meharry Medical College and completed his residency in General Pediatrics at University of Maryland Medical Center. He holds dual board certifications through the American Board of Preventive Medicine in Addiction Medicine and through the American Board of Pediatrics. In 2022, he added a healthcare-focused MBA from The George Washington University to his credentials.
Practicing in Washington, DC, Dr. Whetsell sees patients for primary care, substance use disorders, and holistic medicine. He integrates hormone replacement therapy into his broader approach to preventive and integrative medicine. He offers both in-person visits and online video consultations for patients across his licensed states.
Education & Training
Medical School
Meharry Medical College (MD)
Residency
General Pediatrics, University of Maryland Medical Center
Additional Training
Healthcare MBA, The George Washington University (2022)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Whetsell right for?
Dr. Whetsell is a strong fit for adults seeking primary care alongside integrative or preventive medicine. Patients managing substance use disorders benefit from his dual board certification in Addiction Medicine. Those interested in hormone replacement therapy within a holistic framework will find his approach well-suited to their goals. He serves patients in Washington, DC and reaches others through online video consultations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Whetsell treats patients for primary care, substance use disorders, and integrative medicine concerns. He also incorporates hormone replacement therapy into his preventive medicine practice. His dual board certifications in Addiction Medicine and Pediatrics give him a broad clinical foundation.
Yes, Dr. Whetsell holds dual board certifications. The American Board of Preventive Medicine certified him in Addiction Medicine, and the American Board of Pediatrics certified him in Pediatrics.
Dr. Whetsell earned his MD from Meharry Medical College and completed his residency in General Pediatrics at University of Maryland Medical Center. He later earned a healthcare-focused MBA from The George Washington University in 2022.
Yes, Dr. Whetsell offers online video consultations for patients across his licensed states. He also sees patients in person at his Washington, DC practice.
Dr. Whetsell integrates hormone replacement therapy into a broader preventive and integrative medicine framework. He tailors treatment programs to each patient's individual health goals and clinical needs.
Dr. Whetsell holds board certification in Addiction Medicine through the American Board of Preventive Medicine. He treats patients with substance use disorders as part of his primary care and holistic medicine practice in Washington, DC.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026