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It was an oner to meet him. The procedure went well
(1 week ago)
Feb-2026
Dr. Watson is very professional and prompt..Wonderful bedside manners..And he listens to nice music and sometimes sings along..His assistant was very friendly and Professional as well..
(1 week ago)
Feb-2026
Dr Watson is the best. He has always given me the best care and relief from my back pain. I wouldn’t trust anyone else as much for my pain management.
(1 week ago)
Feb-2026
Always available, understanding and caring.
(1 week ago)
Feb-2026
Procedure was done quick and Dr. Watson was great with the procedure itself. I was a little nervous, as I had never done a nerve test before. Thank you for being quick and gentle with this, also explaining the results afterwards and making me feel at ease!
His assistant Callie was wonderful and did the first procedure!! Thank you so much!
(1 week ago)
Feb-2026
Good loving caring doctor
(1 week ago)
Feb-2026
Excellent doctor. Explained every process of the injection and what to expect. Very personable and easy to talk with.
(2 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Excellent
(2 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Very helpful Procedure was painless and quick
(2 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Very nice man!! His whole team was very very nice!!!!!!
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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It was an oner to meet him. The procedure went well
Dr. Watson is very professional and prompt..Wonderful bedside manners..And he listens to nice music and sometimes sings along..His assistant was very friendly and Professional as well..
Dr Watson is the best. He has always given me the best care and relief from my back pain. I wouldn’t trust anyone else as much for my pain management.
Always available, understanding and caring.
Procedure was done quick and Dr. Watson was great with the procedure itself. I was a little nervous, as I had never done a nerve test before. Thank you for being quick and gentle with this, also explaining the results afterwards and making me feel at ease! His assistant Callie was wonderful and did the first procedure!! Thank you so much!
Good loving caring doctor
Excellent doctor. Explained every process of the injection and what to expect. Very personable and easy to talk with.
Excellent
Very helpful Procedure was painless and quick
Very nice man!! His whole team was very very nice!!!!!!