Dr. David Watson is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and board certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. He is fellowship trained in Orthopedic Trauma and Adult Reconstruction and Arthritis Surgery. He received his Medical degree from Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. He performed his Orthopaedic Residency and Internship training at Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario, Canada.
Dr. David Watson is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and board certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. He is fellowship trained in Orthopedic Trauma and Adult Reconstruction and Arthritis Surgery. He received his Medical degree from Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. He performed his Orthopaedic Residency and Internship training at Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario, Canada.
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Excellent service. Timely visit!
(3 days ago)
May-2026
He is efficient and exudes confidence.
(1 week ago)
Apr-2026
He had to repair my knee replacement that another Dr. did wrong!!!!. It’s been 2 years repairs and going back taking out scar tissue and Bakers cyst that formed behind the knee. I’m 70. Bowling on leagues again. Swimming , Yoga.
His PA is the best time explained helps with proper PT. I travel 85 miles for the best care. I’m a retired Military Dr. I support all TGH has to offer
(1 week ago)
Apr-2026
Excellent
(2 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
He is the best orthopedic surgeon inn the area.
(2 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
Excellent care! They are so kind and very competent. I am so pleased with the entire team!
(2 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
Dr. Watson was very caring and courteous. He really listened to me.
(2 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
Great
(2 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
I have been in the care of Austin, the PA, and he's been extremely professional in explaining everything. I enjoy that part of the process.
(2 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
Outstanding patient provider, monitor and follow-up Physician.
Dr. David Watson is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and board certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. He is fellowship trained in Orthopedic Trauma and Adult Reconstruction and Arthritis Surgery. He received his Medical degree from Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. He performed his Orthopaedic Residency and Internship training at Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario, Canada and completed his first fellowship training in Adult Reconstruction at Cornell University Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. He completed a second fellowship in Orthopaedic Trauma at Florida Orthopaedic Institute in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Watson cares for patients with severe musculoskeletal injuries, specializing in fracture related problems and pelvis and hip reconstructions.
Dr. Watson is an assistant professor of orthopedics at the University of South Florida and a staff traumatologist with Orthopaedic Trauma Service, a division of Florida Orthopaedic Institute. He serves as a member of the Orthopaedic Trauma Association, Florida Medical Association, and the International Association of Orthopedic Surgeons.
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Excellent service. Timely visit!
He is efficient and exudes confidence.
He had to repair my knee replacement that another Dr. did wrong!!!!. It’s been 2 years repairs and going back taking out scar tissue and Bakers cyst that formed behind the knee. I’m 70. Bowling on leagues again. Swimming , Yoga. His PA is the best time explained helps with proper PT. I travel 85 miles for the best care. I’m a retired Military Dr. I support all TGH has to offer
Excellent
He is the best orthopedic surgeon inn the area.
Excellent care! They are so kind and very competent. I am so pleased with the entire team!
Dr. Watson was very caring and courteous. He really listened to me.
Great
I have been in the care of Austin, the PA, and he's been extremely professional in explaining everything. I enjoy that part of the process.
Outstanding patient provider, monitor and follow-up Physician.