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Dr. Wayne L Watkins M.D.

Surgeon

4/5(11)
3311 Prescott Rd Suite 201 Alexandria LA, 71301
Rating

4/5

About

Dr. Wayne Watkins is a general surgeon practicing in Alexandria, LA. Dr. Watkins specializes in abdominal contents including the esophagus, stomach, liver, gallbladder, pancreas and often thyroid glands. General surgeons are able to deal with almost any surgical or critical care emergency, also involving the skin or soft tissue trauma. Dr. Watkins provides quality surgical service for gravely ill or injured patients and is able to respond quickly due to knowledge of various surgical procedures.

Education and Training

Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La 1975

Tulane University School of Medicine 1975

Board Certification

SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 43 years of experience

Treatments

  • Acid Reflux
  • Colon Polyps
  • Gastritis
  • Diverticulosis
  • Hernia
  • Goiter

Dr. Wayne L Watkins M.D.'s Practice location

Practice At 3311 Prescott Rd Suite 201

3311 Prescott Rd Suite 201 -
Alexandria, LA 71301
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New patients: 318-442-6767
Fax: 318-441-1359, 318-443-0441

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Patient Experience with Dr. Watkins


4.0

Based on 11 reviews

Dr. Wayne L Watkins M.D. has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 11 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Surgeon 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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