Dr. Derek Watson specializes in non-surgical treatment including selective fluoroscopic guided spine injections, physical therapy prescription, medication management, adaptive equipment assessments, botulinum toxin (Botox) injections for spasticity, and soft tissue injections.
Dr. Derek Watson specializes in non-surgical treatment including selective fluoroscopic guided spine injections, physical therapy prescription, medication management, adaptive equipment assessments, botulinum toxin (Botox) injections for spasticity, and soft tissue injections.
A Knightdale, NC native and North Carolina State University graduate, Dr. Derek Watson completed his medical education at Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University. He then completed his residency training at East Carolina University where he served as Chief Resident.
Dr. Watson is board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R). As a specialist in PM&R, Dr. Watson's focus is on restoring function and quality of life for patients suffering from disorders and injuries of the nerve, muscles, and joints (including the spine). Dr. Watson is specialty-trained in performing electromyography (EMG) and nerve conduction studies (NCS).
He specializes in non-surgical treatment including selective fluoroscopic guided spine injections (including epidural steroid injections, facet injections, and radiofrequency ablation), physical therapy prescription, medication management, adaptive equipment assessments, botulinum toxin (Botox) injections for spasticity, and soft tissue injections.
Dr. Watson is an active member of the International Spine Interventional Society; the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, the Association of Academic Physiatrists; and the North Carolina Medical Society.
Residing in Raleigh with his wife and sons; Derek enjoys spending time with family and friends, playing sports, and supporting NC State student-athletes through membership in the Wolfpack Club.
Education
North Carolina State University
Medical School
Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University
Residency
East Carolina University
Specialty
Non-surgical Treatment Including Physical Therapy Prescription
Medication Management
Adaptive Equipment Assessments
Botulinum Toxin (Botox) Injections For Spasticity
Soft Tissue Injections
Selective Fluoroscopic Guided Lumbar Spine Injections
Board Certifications
physical medicine and rehabilitation (pm&r)
Second epidural hardly hurt at all!!!
Very professional and friendly. And he was punctual. Always a plus. I really liked him and will go back.
Doctor Watson was very professional and explained what he was going to do. He explained what I would be feeling during the procedure. After a couple of hours I was completely out of pain.
Great visit
Dr Watson has helped me with relieving my back pain like no other has been able to do. I am forever grateful to have him overseeing management of my back pain.
Dr. Watson is a very caring and knowledgeable man. A great asset to his field
I’ve seen Dr Watson for years . He is a wonderful, caring doctor
Ver personable. Great bedside manners. Talks you through the procedure!
He did my procedure well professionally and fast. I barley felt any pain.
Always an awesome visit. Very informational and clear.