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The doctor was very pleasant and interested in my reason for being seen. He.gave me helpful information. The other employees I encountered were also pleasant and helpful. ❤️
(6 days ago)
Jun-2026
Best of the best and always has some good music playing!!❤️
(6 days ago)
Jun-2026
Dr Watson is great. He explained everything without me asking more questions. Guided me through the epidural injection step by step, which eased my nervousness.
(1 week ago)
Jun-2026
Dr Watson was awesome !
(1 week ago)
Jun-2026
Truthfully Dr Watson is one of the most compassionate and caring doctors I've seen over the past 20 years. He goes the extra mile in trying to find an answer for your medical issues.I Absolutely recommend him.
(1 week ago)
Jun-2026
Great Doctor.
(1 week ago)
Jun-2026
The best.
(1 week ago)
Jun-2026
Talked me through the entire procedure. Patient and understanding.
(2 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
Dr Watson is the best!!!!!! Thank you so much!!!!!!
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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The doctor was very pleasant and interested in my reason for being seen. He.gave me helpful information. The other employees I encountered were also pleasant and helpful. ❤️
Best of the best and always has some good music playing!!❤️
Dr Watson is great. He explained everything without me asking more questions. Guided me through the epidural injection step by step, which eased my nervousness.
Dr Watson was awesome !
Truthfully Dr Watson is one of the most compassionate and caring doctors I've seen over the past 20 years. He goes the extra mile in trying to find an answer for your medical issues.I Absolutely recommend him.
Great Doctor.
The best.
Talked me through the entire procedure. Patient and understanding.
Dr Watson is the best!!!!!! Thank you so much!!!!!!
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