Dr. E. Scott Paxton was fellowship-trained in the treatment of problems of the shoulder and elbow at Rothman Institute in Philadelphia. Dr. Paxton graduated from Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine and trained as a resident in orthopaedic surgery at Washington University in St. Louis.
Dr. E. Scott Paxton was fellowship-trained in the treatment of problems of the shoulder and elbow at Rothman Institute in Philadelphia. Dr. Paxton graduated from Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine and trained as a resident in orthopaedic surgery at Washington University in St. Louis.
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Absolutely amazing surgeon. Extremely informative and supportive before during and after my surgery.
(5 days ago)
Oct-2026
He was very thorough & took the time to explain everything to me
(1 week ago)
Oct-2026
Explained things very well?
(1 week ago)
Oct-2026
Very good experience learned .my options very clearly presented I felt like I was in good hands right from the start
(1 week ago)
Oct-2026
Knowledgeable, patient, answers questions, explains things in plain English. Most of all there is a sense of confidence that he will make it better.
(1 week ago)
Oct-2026
Scott was very professional and easy to speak with. Answered all of the questions I had at our first visit.
(1 week ago)
Oct-2026
Dr Paxton is the best around!
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Dr Paxton's assistant Rob was excellent.
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Dr Paxton is the Best and I Love him for being so knowledgeable, caring and compassionate . I feel like he really understands his patients and takes the time to listen . My team with Dr Paxton and Kettlepoint PT Dan and Russ saved me on so many levels . My shoulder is recovering nicely . I am forever grateful ❤️🙏
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Thank you for everything you’ve done for me in time of need.
(2 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
University Orthopedics - East Greenwich
1598 South County Trail East Greenwich, RI 02818
University Orthopedics - Kettle Point
1 Kettle Point Ave #1 East Providence, RI 02914
Dr. E. Scott Paxton is a member of the Division of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery and an Associate Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University. He completed fellowship training in the treatment of problems of the shoulder and elbow at the renowned Rothman Institute in Philadelphia where he trained with many of the world's leaders in shoulder and elbow surgery.
The typical problems that he evaluates and treats include rotator cuff tears and impingement, shoulder and elbow instability and dislocations, shoulder and elbow arthritis, shoulder fractures (humerus, glenoid, scapula, and clavicle), elbow fractures, malunions and nonunions of these fractures, tendon injuries of the shoulder and elbow, labral tears, throwing injuries and other sports injuries of the upper extremity.
Dr. Paxton is an attending surgeon at Rhode Island Hospital and The Miriam Hospital in Providence, Rhode Island, and a consultant at the Providence V.A. Medical Center. To learn more about shoulder replacement click here.
In addition to treating patients, he is actively involved in research and the education of present and future orthopaedic surgeons, including medical students, residents, and fellows at the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at Brown Medical School. He is also actively involved in research related to shoulder and elbow disorders and has presented and published many papers regarding disorders of the shoulder and elbow.
Dr. Paxton graduated from Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine and trained as a resident in orthopaedic surgery at Washington University in St. Louis.
Absolutely amazing surgeon. Extremely informative and supportive before during and after my surgery.
He was very thorough & took the time to explain everything to me
Explained things very well?
Very good experience learned .my options very clearly presented I felt like I was in good hands right from the start
Knowledgeable, patient, answers questions, explains things in plain English. Most of all there is a sense of confidence that he will make it better.
Scott was very professional and easy to speak with. Answered all of the questions I had at our first visit.
Dr Paxton is the best around!
Dr Paxton's assistant Rob was excellent.
Dr Paxton is the Best and I Love him for being so knowledgeable, caring and compassionate . I feel like he really understands his patients and takes the time to listen . My team with Dr Paxton and Kettlepoint PT Dan and Russ saved me on so many levels . My shoulder is recovering nicely . I am forever grateful ❤️🙏
Thank you for everything you’ve done for me in time of need.