I remember seeing Dr. Hammer when he was at the same office as my Oncologist (Dr.Foote). I felt very fortunate to be accepted in his Primary care along with Dr. Barnes. He was our Family doctor he made a house call when my husband was at home with Hospice. He always let me know I had his support I became even closer to him after my husband passed. I’m very grateful to know I can reach him… See more
Scott A. Hammer, MD, FAAFP
Milford, DE 19963 Get Directions
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My Philosophy and Approach to Wellness...
Apart from obstetrics, I practice the full scope of family medicine, from birth through the type of end-of-life decisions that my additional board certification in Hospice and Palliative Care necessitate. I believe in quality of life throughout an entire lifetime and will work as a team with you and yours to ensure that you are living your ideal life. My MDVIP-affiliated practice offers services, including comprehensive, advanced health screenings and diagnostic tests, that go far beyond those found in concierge medicine practices. It is my fervent desire to know my patients well and, by doing so, be better equipped to manage their health.
I have special interests in pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric health, chronic disease management and minor office procedures, to name a few. I suppose that doesn't really narrow it down, but in my office we will be able to focus on those interests that are important to you, with an emphasis on wellness and prevention. I am fluent in English and Spanish, a member of the Bayhealth Board of Directors and Medical Staff and serve Central and Southern Delaware and beyond!
I look forward to our future together.
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Dr. Hammer's Credentials
Cabarrus Family Medicine Residency Program
Concord, NC
Family Medicine 2002-2004
Cabarrus Family Medicine Residency Program
Concord, NC
2001-2002
Jefferson Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University
Philadelphia, PA
Doctorate of Medicine 2001
University of North Carolina
Chapel Hill, NC
Bachelor of Science, Biology 1996
American Board of Family Medicine, Hospice and Palliative Medicine
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Instructor
PADI Advanced Open Water Diver
Swiftwater Rescue Technician
Planetree Physician Champion Award 2007
Ducks Unlimited, Kent County Chapter 2007-present
Bayhealth
- Planning Committee 2006-present
- Trustee, Board of Directors 2010-2022
- Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee 2004-2008
Medical Director, Compassionate Care Hospice 2018-present
Planetree Steering Committee 2005-2008
Milford Master Facility Planning Committee 2006-2008
Delaware Academy of Family Physicians
Medical Society of Delaware
Class E Licensed U.S. Soccer Coach
Trustee, Greater Milford Boys and Girls Club 2015-2019
Trustee, DE Turf Sports Complex Board of Directors 2016-present
Actor and Assistant Director, Second Street Players
Testimonials from patients of Dr. Hammer
It has been my extreme pleasure meeting and securing as my PCP Dr. Scott Hammer. He had become a friend, confidant and aid in providing me with an atmosphere of joy filled living.
I have several ailments which could have me in a pity party mode. I'm glad to report, not happening with Dr. Hammer on board.
I'm a 3 day a week dialysis patient 4.5 hours each day (I have… See more
Four years ago I developed a lump in my left breast. Going back 25 yrs. I developed breast cancer in the left breast. Had a lumpectomy, 4 rounds of chemo and 33 sections of radiation. Never have I missed a mammogram since 1996. The last 4 years always received a letter from Bayhealth Radiology saying that I have dense breasts. Talking with Dr. Scott Hammer about this matter he advised me… See more
When my 93 year old Dad was recovering from Colon Cancer surgery we met Dr Scott Hammer. As we were leaving his office my Dad turned to me and said "I've been going to Doctors for 90 years and when I finally find one that I like he looks 30 years old and has a pony tail". The most memorable moment occured a couple of years later as the cancer had metastasized and was now in his… See more
The decision to become an MDVIP patient was a tough one. Being a senior on a fixed income, the question regarding whether or not to pay for membership to continue to see my doctor was a challenge, but when that doctor is Scott Hammer, the answer became pretty easy. My relationship with Dr. Hammer goes back to 2012 and I've always held him in high esteem. Joining him at MDVIP allowed us… See more
Last October I was in a car accident out of state and had experienced sudden onset of hearing loss from an airbag exploding. When no one in the emergency room took it very seriously, between my daughter, who is an out-of-state ENT and Dr. Hammer a decision was made to prescribe high dose prednisone for the hearing issue. I found out later that this is essentially an emergency situation, so I’m… See more
When Dr. Scott Hammer delivered the news of my husbands cancer diagnosis. His personal concern for us, understanding the shock of the news, the processing necessary for quick decisions to be made in order to facilitate a treatment plan was profound for us. His professional guidance, the quick actions of his staff to facilitate needed outside intervention, tests, and schedule them for us was… See more
Several weeks ago I developed lower back pain, which progressively got worse as the day went on. By the next morning my left leg had lost all of its strength. Being a MDVIP member I was able to contact Dr. Hammer before office hours on his personal cell phone. That is something that doesn’t happen in the alternative medical world. I was in his office by 10 AM that morning and Scott was able to… See more
Both my wife and I are patients of Dr. Scott Hammer in Milford Delaware. This past summer we travelled to Colorado with another couple and spent two weeks exploring the Rocky Mountain state. After a couple of days the first signs of Covid hit. First our friends and then my wife and myself. Once we tested and verified, I sent a text to Dr. Hammer. He responded immediately. I told him… See more
Several weeks ago I developed lower back pain, which progressively got worse as the day went on. By the next morning my left leg had lost all of its strength. Being a MDVIP member I was able to contact Dr. Hammer before office hours on his personal cell phone. That is something that doesn’t happen in the alternative medical world. I was in his office by 10 AM that morning and Scott was able to… See more