Get To Know Our Staff
Having a doctor that you trust isn’t just important, it’s vital. Get to know our staff be reading their bios below.
Clark Scott – DC, ATC, LAc
Dr. Clark Scott was born and raised in Anderson, Indiana. He received his Bachelor’s Degree in Sports Medicine from Anderson University where he used to work as an Athletic Trainer at Acceleration Indiana doing sport-specific training for 3 years. To further his knowledge of body mechanics, Dr. Scott continued his education by studying Massage Therapy at the Alexandria School of Scientific Therapeutics. During that time he focused on myofascial release, sports massage, and therapeutic deep tissue massage, spending 5 years working as a massage therapist. He continued his education by completing his degree as a Doctor of Chiropractic from Logan College of Chiropractic in St. Louis, Missouri.
Having such a broad experience has been crucial to him in helping his patients because understanding the role of how muscles control the joints, whether it is in the spine, shoulder, or hip, makes a major impact on how to treat specific injuries. Dr. Scott has a strong focus on working with athletes for both rehab and pre-hab, helping to prevent injuries through functional movement education, as well as function-based strength training.
Dr. Scott has worked with many professional and student athletes with a strong emphasis on runners and triathletes. Since 2009, Dr. Scott has been treating the USA diving team. He has traveled with the team on national and international trips, including the 2012 Olympics in London and the 2013 FINA World Championships in Barcelona.
When he is not treating patients in the office, Dr. Scott enjoys spending time with his children and his wife Amy. He also loves playing the guitar, hockey, snowboarding, and participating in races and triathlons.
Douglas Scott – DC
Dr. Douglas Scott was born and raised in Anderson, Indiana. He received his Bachelor’s Degree in Sports Medicine with a minor in Biology from Anderson University. He continued his education completing his degree as a Doctor of Chiropractic from Logan College of Chiropractic in St. Louis, Missouri.
Over his 20-plus years in practice, Dr. Scott has treated a variety of conditions in a diverse patient population. This experience has deepened his understanding of vertebral dysfunction and related structures, such as muscles, hips, and shoulders, which can be major contributors to back pain. Knowing how these related structures impact spinal conditions is crucial to determining the proper treatment protocols.
Dr. Scott loves to see the results in his patients when their proper function is restored to their spine, improving their quality of life, and getting them back to doing what they love to do. When Dr. Scott is not treating patients in the office, he loves spending time with his wife, Kelly, and his children. He also enjoys playing golf, hiking, and mountain biking.
Dr. Inna Aroutiounova – MD, Integrative Medicine
Inna Aroutiounova, MD has been living and practicing in the area for many years. She arrived to Indianapolis in 2001 to enter Rheumatology Fellowship training at the Indiana University School of Medicine followed by years of rheumatology clinical practice, helping patients with complex rheumatic & immune disorders, and musculoskeletal ailments.
Over a period of years practicing conventionally, Dr. A. expanded into the broader field of Integrative/Functional medicine, using a distinctly personalized approach for each individual.
She has an impressive history of prior experiences and qualifications: her initial training was in Ob/Gyn after graduating from Rostov State Medical University in 1989 in Rostov-on-Don, Russia; followed by Integrative Medicine Clinic and St. Mary’s Hospital in London, UK; further advancing training at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, then as a research assistant at the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia leading to Internal Medicine Residency training as her second medical degree at Easton Hospital, Affiliate of Hahnemann University Medical School, Pennsylvania.
While in the rheumatology practice, Dr. A completed all certifying modules through the Institute of Functional Medicine, gaining thorough expertise in integrating conventional practice with the principles of Functional Medicine. Dr. Aroutiounova invested countless hours to obtain proficiency and has become well-known for her excellent injection techniques. Her ability to understand the very source of potential triggers that create body malfunction has allowed for the integration of nutritional, bioenergetic, and genetic assessments within the scope of her conventional practice.
After two decades of witnessing positive responses through the use of functional medicine,
Dr. Aroutiounova refocused towards a more solely integrative direction.
She joined the American Academy for Anti-Aging Medicine and started a new chapter in her career by receiving Peptide Certification, and joined the Stem Cell Fellowship training while incorporating and utilizing new injectable techniques.
Dr. Aroutiounova’s skillset is rather broad, offering a precision outlook and medical detective techniques to solve complex dysfunctions in health conditions using thorough differential diagnosis and outlining stepwise therapeutic options for the optimization and recovery of each patient. Her success has been rooted in empowering every patient to live to their fullest potential, using every encounter as a foundation for their health literacy.
In addition to being an advocate for wellness, Dr. A. is a certified yoga instructor, teaching Resilience yoga. She finds time to devote herself to her lovely granddaughter and supportive husband. Her interests beyond medicine are music, ballroom dancing, and traveling.
She is fluent in English, Russian, and Armenian.
Amy Scott – Office Manager
Amy Scott attended Purdue University and studied at the Krannert School of Business, graduating with a Business Degree. She landed a job in Corporate America for 13 years at Eli Lilly and Company. She discovered quickly that she couldn’t quiet her passion for wellness and always yearned for more time with her family. She continued to study, learn, and foster her education in Nutrition and Wellness.
Amy became certified as a Spin Instructor, trained and competed in a myriad of triathlons, became a Health Coach via Integrative Nutrition, studied Pilates, and most recently has become certified in BioCored!
Amy’s true passion is her family and wellness. She desires to help others to find and maintain lifestyles that give them health and happiness.
As of October 2013, Amy joined the Summit Spine and Therapy team; she is currently managing the office and handling the billing and HR. This position will truly allow her to follow her dreams and allow for a good work/life balance for herself and her family. Managing the office enables her to be the wife and mother-of-two that she has always dreamed of being, and she is finally following her heart, which, in turn, will impact many others!
For assistance with billing or nutritional supplements, feel free to contact the office or email Amy directly.
Julie – Front Desk
Julie enjoys watching patients achieve their goals and making the office visit a pleasant one. She has been with Summit Spine for 3 years now and loves it here!
Julie enjoys working with Dr. Scott and the staff and looks forward to working here for many years to come. Previously, she worked in the Medical field since 1996 and found it to be very rewarding to be able to help people with their Insurance or scheduling questions. She likes to spend her spare time with my daughters and grandkids. She also enjoys working outside as well as camping and canoe trips.