Dr. Scott Paluska, a highly qualified and board-certified sports medicine physician, brings his expertise to Evergreen Family Practice in Williston, Vermont. With his primary training in family medicine, Dr. Paluska offers comprehensive care for individuals of all ages and activity levels. Originally from Michigan, Dr. Paluska’s journey in medicine began at Amherst College in Massachusetts, followed by medical school and a family medicine residency at the prestigious University of Michigan. He further honed his skills with a sports medicine fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh, establishing a strong foundation for his distinguished career.
For over two decades, Dr. Paluska has been dedicated to the field of sports medicine, practicing in diverse locations including Pennsylvania, North Carolina, Washington, and Illinois. His extensive experience includes serving as a team physician for athletes at the high school, collegiate, and professional levels. Beyond his clinical practice, Dr. Paluska is committed to advancing the field through musculoskeletal research, contributing to numerous peer-reviewed publications, abstracts, articles, and book chapters. His leadership is also evident through his service on the Board of Trustees for the American College of Sports Medicine, and his presentations on sports medicine topics at national and international platforms.
At Evergreen Family Practice, Dr. Paluska delivers comprehensive sports medicine care, catering to a broad spectrum of patients from young children to seniors, and individuals with varying abilities. He is adept at treating both acute and chronic conditions related to physical activity, including non-surgical fracture management. Utilizing advanced techniques such as musculoskeletal ultrasound, Dr. Paluska excels in diagnosing and treating joint disorders. He offers joint injections using a range of therapies, including anti-inflammatory medications, viscosupplements, and platelet rich plasma (PRP) preparations, always tailored to the individual needs of his patients.
Dr. Paluska prioritizes a patient-centered approach, taking the time to listen to each patient’s unique story and fostering collaborative discussions about their evaluation and treatment options. He acts as a strong patient advocate, ensuring individuals fully understand the advantages and disadvantages of both surgical and non-surgical approaches to musculoskeletal issues. His primary goal is to facilitate efficient recoveries, enabling patients to return to their active and healthy lifestyles as quickly as possible.
Outside of his professional life at Evergreen Family Practice, Dr. Paluska embodies the active lifestyle he promotes. He is a competitive runner, cyclist, and triathlete, with a background in collegiate rowing and downhill skiing. Dr. Paluska, along with his wife and daughters, resides in Williston and embraces the abundant outdoor opportunities that the Green Mountains provide, further cementing his connection to the community he serves at Evergreen Family Practice.
Office Hours at Evergreen Family Practice – Sports Medicine:
- Monday: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
- Tuesday: 9:30 am – 4:30 pm
- Wednesday: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
- Friday: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
