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Derek Watson, M.D.
Orthopaedic Specialists of North Carolina
Physiatry: Non-Surgical Treatments, Physical Therapy, Botulinum Toxin (Botox), Medication Management
Raleigh, Knightdale
4.9
2715 Ratings
916 Comments
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.
4.9
2715 Ratings
916 Comments
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.
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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)
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Great bedside professional manner. Kind and attentive. Both himself and his team are very knowledgeable and responsive.
Very helpful.
Always caring and polite, and I would definitely recommend him to new patients.
Dr. Watson answered all of my questions prior to my procedure. He explained what was happening during my procedure and continued to answer my questions. Very pleased.
Dr Watson and Jessica were very thorough and genuinely concerned about helping me.
Dr. Watson is very caring and informative.
DR Watson is wonderfully. He’s very caring, knowledgeable and includes you on the decision making. I’ve been seeing him for years. Highly recommend him
Great! Thanks!
Great people person Dr
Dr. Watson was terrific to work with. He diagnosed my problem completely and was very knowledgeable and did not step out of his lane when it came time for a corrective actions. He told me the possibilities, but said it was up to the surgeon for the approach to take. I have recommended him for your nerve challenges and diagnoses