About
Scott Yager, MD earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from the State University of New York at Albany in 1984. He then completed his medical degree at the University of Miami School of Medicine in 1989. His postgraduate training took place at Beth Israel Medical Center in New York, where he completed his internship, internal medicine residency, and a chief residency year ending in 1993. That same year, Beth Israel recognized him with the De Stuart C. Alexander Award for Most Outstanding Medical Officer.
Dr. Yager holds board certification as a Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine. He has practiced in the East Brunswick area since 1994 and has earned multiple Top Doctor honors from New Jersey Monthly magazine, including recognition in 2015, 2016, 2017, and 2020. He takes a strong interest in the connection between emotional and physical health, devoting real time in appointments to stress management and mindfulness. He actively works to motivate patients toward lasting healthy habits. Dr. Yager maintains hospital privileges at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital and Saint Peters University Hospital, and he continues doing rounds to preserve continuity through hospitalizations. Patients reach him directly at any hour, a practice he has maintained with many patients for years.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
BS Biology, State University of New York at Albany, 1984
Medical School
University of Miami School of Medicine, Doctorate of Medicine, 1989
Residency
Internal Medicine Residency and Chief Residency, Beth Israel Medical Center, New York, NY (1990-1993)
Additional Training
Internship, Beth Israel Medical Center, New York, NY (1989-1990)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Yager right for?
Dr. Yager is a strong fit for adults seeking a long-term relationship with a primary care physician. Patients managing chronic conditions benefit from his thorough, prevention-focused approach. Those dealing with stress or lifestyle-related health concerns find his mindfulness focus especially valuable. Anyone who wants direct, around-the-clock access to their doctor will appreciate his availability. He works well with patients committed to building lasting healthy habits.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Yager specializes in internal medicine with a focus on disease prevention and chronic condition management. He also devotes significant attention to the relationship between emotional and physical health. Stress management and mindfulness are regular parts of his patient appointments.
Yes. Dr. Yager holds board certification as a Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine. He has maintained this credential throughout his career in East Brunswick.
Dr. Yager earned his medical degree from the University of Miami School of Medicine in 1989. He completed his internship, internal medicine residency, and chief residency at Beth Israel Medical Center in New York. Beth Israel honored him with the De Stuart C. Alexander Award for Most Outstanding Medical Officer in 1993.
Dr. Yager has practiced in the East Brunswick area since 1994. Many of his patients have maintained a relationship with him for years or even decades.
Yes. New Jersey Monthly has named Dr. Yager a Top Doctor multiple times, including in 2015, 2016, 2017, and 2020. Beth Israel Medical Center also honored him with the De Stuart C. Alexander Award for Most Outstanding Medical Officer during his residency training.
Yes. Dr. Yager holds hospital privileges at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital and Saint Peters University Hospital in New Brunswick. He continues to perform rounds at both hospitals, keeping care consistent throughout any hospitalization.
Yes. Dr. Yager provides members with direct access to him around the clock, every day of the week. This direct availability is a core part of how he practices medicine.
Dr. Yager focuses on understanding the full picture of a patient's health, including the emotional and physical dimensions. He spends meaningful time with each patient and actively works to motivate lasting healthy habits. Disease prevention and stress management are central to his clinical approach.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026