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Dr. Leon Watkins, DPM

Dr. Leon Watkins, DPM

Podiatry*

Dr. Leon Watkins, DPM is a podiatry specialist in Metairie, LA. He is affiliated with North Oaks Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

2520 Harvard Ave Ste 2B Metairie, LA 70001

Make an Appointment

(504) 454-3004

Dr. Watkins is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Podiatry

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Watkins specializes in the area of Reconstructive Rearfoot/Ankle Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Watkins' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Watkins

4.3
12 ratings, 2 with a written review
5 star
83%
83%
4 star
0%
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3 star
0%
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2 star
0%
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1 star
17%
17%

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Unethical Dr in my personal experience
Dr. Watkin’s is the absolute most unethical Dr I have ever been to and had surgery with. One reason why I chose him was because he was in my network wit BCBS. I had the highest payment monthly because I knew I was going to have surgery and wanted the lowest out of pocket co-pay. I had the surgery January 7th 2022 and he performed it at Harvard Medical which he owns at least a portion of and is in the same building as his office, which he owned in 2007. Well I now have a bill of almost $10,000 because his surgery center was not In Network which they did not tell me and I would have Never agreed to. In fact after speaking to Blue Cross today I found out that they just became in network March 1st 2023. This Dr in my experience seems to only care about his bottom line and not about the patient. There are too many good ethical Dr’s out there and sadly I chose the wrong one!! I hope this helps someone with their future decisions.
What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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Michelle Boudousqué – Jul 19, 2023
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I have been a patient of Dr. Watkins for over ten years and he is a very caring and through doctor. I would recommend him to anyone with any foot problem. His associates and staff are excellent. They go the extra mile to make patients feel comfortable. Great practice.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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CD in Metairie, LA – Apr 28, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

The goal of Dr. Watkins at his office in Gulf South Foot & Ankle, LLC is to carefully diagnose and treat any foot and ankle condition. Each treatment plan will explore conservative options first, followed by more aggressive treatments such as surgery as a final options. To schedule an appointment, call his office today.

biography

Dr. Watkins is originally from Los Angeles, California. He moved to the San Francisco area and attended the California School of Podiatric Medicine, where he received his medical degree. From there, he moved to the Metairie area, where he completed...read more

  • Podiatry

  • Podiatric Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • California School Of Podiatric Medicine

    Medical School

  • East Jefferson General Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1996
American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery®
American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery
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Reconstructive Rearfoot/Ankle Surgery†
†Self designated 

  • English

  • Portuguese

Dr. Watkins is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Podiatry

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    Locations

    Practice

    Markiewicz Podiatry LLC2520 Harvard Ave Ste 2B Metairie, LA 70001
    1

    Practice

    Office37292 Market Place Dr Ste B Prairieville, LA 70769
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • North Oaks Medical Center

      15790 Paul Vega Md Dr
      Hammond, LA 70403

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      83%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower than the national average

      79%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality