Dr. James Morris Watson M.D.
Orthopedist
204 Small Dr Elizabeth City NC, 27909About
Dr. James Watson is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Elizabeth City, NC. Dr. Watson specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Watson tends to bones, ligaments, muscles, joints, nerves and tendons. Orthopaedic surgeons can specialize in certain areas like the hand, spine, hip, foot and ankle, shoulder and elbow or the knee.
Education and Training
Univ of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi 1967
Board Certification
Orthopaedic SurgeryAmerican Board of Orthopaedic SurgeryABOS
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