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Polit given me instructions about how the procedure was going forth
(3 days ago)
Apr-2026
Very gentle. Great touch
(1 week ago)
Apr-2026
Dr. Watson’s shots made my feet feel so much better. Dr Watson was great. Thanks
(1 week ago)
Apr-2026
Great Doctor. Very professional & friendly
(1 week ago)
Apr-2026
Dr. Watson was professional, courteous & efficient. Very thorough & addressed all of my issues. Highly recommend.
(1 week ago)
Apr-2026
On point, very informative overall great doctor
(1 week ago)
Mar-2026
Excellent care.
(1 week ago)
Mar-2026
Great experience. Fast but not rushed, kind and took the time to answer my questions, talked during procedure to explain process and what to expect. Talked to me in language I could follow vs medical speak. I liked him a lot.
(2 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Very nice doctor...very cocern doctor.. pretty cool doctor!!!
(2 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Dr Watson explained my results from MRI. And he took time to explain the procedure.
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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Polit given me instructions about how the procedure was going forth
Very gentle. Great touch
Dr. Watson’s shots made my feet feel so much better. Dr Watson was great. Thanks
Great Doctor. Very professional & friendly
Dr. Watson was professional, courteous & efficient. Very thorough & addressed all of my issues. Highly recommend.
On point, very informative overall great doctor
Excellent care.
Great experience. Fast but not rushed, kind and took the time to answer my questions, talked during procedure to explain process and what to expect. Talked to me in language I could follow vs medical speak. I liked him a lot.
Very nice doctor...very cocern doctor.. pretty cool doctor!!!
Dr Watson explained my results from MRI. And he took time to explain the procedure.