Nancy L Panter, MD - Centura Health Physician Group

Hello humankindness. Its more than a tagline. Humankindness is one of the many things we all have in common. Its the good within us. The power that connects us. And at CommonSpirit Health, we fuse it into heartfelt healing, inspired innovation, and mindful medicine. Its in how we provide treatment and the way we treat patients. Our communities need caring, and our families need support. CommonSpirit Health is committed to building healthy communities by advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happen. Because the way care is provided is often as meaningful as the care itself.

Scott Otto, MD, treats his patients as if they were his own family. Knowing that sometimes trepidation and fear are associated with surgery, Dr. Otto educates his patients on their treatment options in relatable terms to better understand his recommendations. Taking into consideration his patients lifestyles, he helps to manage their expectations for the surgery and recovery. Dr. Otto became a general surgeon because he enjoys the depth of general surgery and is passionate about being a great doctor.Dr. Otto enjoys the breadth and depth of general surgery from simple lumps and bumps, to advanced laparoscopic surgery, to oncologic surgery. He welcomes inquiries to the discuss performing a specific procedure or assist in managing a surgical problem. Dr. Otto received his undergraduate degree from The University of Denver. He then earned his medical degree from Rush University in Chicago, Illinois. After medical school, Dr. Otto went to Indiana University for his residency training. Shortly after completing his residency Dr. Otto joined a private practice group and then transitioned into his own successful private practice in general surgery and level 1 trauma care.Dr. Otto made the move to Colorado to spend more time in the great outdoors. He enjoys cooking, exercising, and playing basketball with his kids.