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Dr. John R Watson MD

Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology

4/5(32)
5301 N Dixie Hwy Suite 202 Fort Lauderdale FL, 33334
Rating

4/5

About

Dr. John Watson is a gastroenterologist practicing in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Dr. Watson specializes in the digestive system and its diseases that affect the gastrointestinal tract, which include organs from the mouth to the anus as well as liver disorders. Gastroenterology includes conditions such as hepatitis, peptic ulcer disease, colitis, nutritional problems and irritable bowel syndrome. Dr. Watson performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.

Education and Training

Med Univ of Sc Coll of Med, Charleston Sc 1990

State University of New York Upstate Medical University 1980

Board Certification

Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 39 years of experience

Treatments

  • Anemia
  • Acid Reflux
  • Colon Cancer
  • Diarrhea
  • Colon Polyps
  • Gastritis
  • Diverticulosis
  • Pain
  • Vascular Disease

Dr. John R Watson MD's Practice location

Practice At 5301 N Dixie Hwy Suite 202

5301 N Dixie Hwy Suite 202 -
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33334
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Fax: 773-472-5544

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Patient Experience with Dr. Watson


4.0

Based on 32 reviews

Dr. John R Watson MD has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 32 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Gastroenterologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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