Frederick J. Watson, MD, FAAOS

Practice: Neurosurgery, Orthopaedics & Spine Specialists, PC

Specialty: Orthopedics, Sports Medicine

Office locations: Waterbury, CT

Most recent review: 3 weeks ago Recent
4.9 out of 5
112 Ratings
66 Comments

Dr. Frederick J. Watson, M.D., is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon and fellowship-trained sports medicine physician. He earned his medical degree from University of Massachusetts Medical School and completed his residency in Orthopaedic Surgery at University of Connecticut Health Center. His clinical interests include arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder, knee, ankle and elbow as well as operative and nonoperative fracture care.

4.9 out of 5
112 Ratings
66 Comments

Dr. Frederick J. Watson, M.D., is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon and fellowship-trained sports medicine physician. He earned his medical degree from University of Massachusetts Medical School and completed his residency in Orthopaedic Surgery at University of Connecticut Health Center. His clinical interests include arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder, knee, ankle and elbow as well as operative and nonoperative fracture care.

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A true professional, and really right on track. Would recommend him to anyone who asks.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(3 weeks ago) Sep-2026

Exceptional care and all his staff is friendly and professional

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 month ago) Sep-2026

Dr Watson ( I presume ) is a very good Orthopaedic Specialist. He listens completely to the input of the patient. He is able to understand the particular concerns of his patients and develops timely medical recovery programs. In short…. He is a heckuva knee guy.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 month ago) Sep-2026

Much appreciated…. Thank you!!!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 month ago) Sep-2026

Dr Watson is friendly, kind, knowledgeable, patient, answered all my questions in a respectful manner. I always know I’m in excellent expert hands when I am seen by him.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 month ago) Sep-2026

Excellent appointment very through

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 month ago) Sep-2026

Very caring Dr

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 month ago) Sep-2026

Dr Watson is awesome! Always ready to help you and listens to all your concerns! He goes out of his way to make you feel better! Highly recommend him.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 month ago) Sep-2026

One of the very best Doctors who listens to his patients. I never feel rushed or dismissed when leaving my appointment. Very grateful he is part of my medical team. Thank you, Dr. Watson.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 month ago) Sep-2026

He is a wonderful dr. Great bedside manners . Takes his time with you. I highly recommend him

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
(1 month ago) Sep-2026