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Dr. Richard Watson, MD

Dr. Richard Watson, MD

Family Medicine*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Watson, MD is a family medicine physician in Parkersburg, WV and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from BAPTIST MEMORIAL HOSPITAL / SCHOOL OF NURSING in 1995. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Camden Clark Medical Center and Marietta Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.2 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 3.2 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Practice

2610 Camden Ave Parkersburg, WV 26101
Telehealth available

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Watson specializes in the area of Family Practice. See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Watson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Watson

3.2
16 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
44%
44%
4 star
6%
6%
3 star
13%
13%
2 star
6%
6%
1 star
31%
31%

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Outstanding
When Dr Gear had to turr me over to another physician after WVU Health no longer allowed their GP's to rx pain medications, I was concerned. Hiowever, from my first first visit, Dr Watson put me at total ease. Going on two yrs now, and he's been nothing but efficient, professional and kind. His staff is equally as great
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Patricia – Feb 22, 2024
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Unprofessional
I've been his patient for 20 years and I went to pick my blood pressure meds up at the pharmacy and they couldn't fill them until I went in for a checkup. I was only told this by the pharmacist...I guess his mean nurse couldn't call and tell me I needed to come in and I went without for 2 months! They are both very unprofessional!!!!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Sep 23, 2023
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Not great
A bit rude. Dismissive of ideas that doesn't fit narrative. Pushes weight loss during appointments where weight isn't in reason for visit (ei med refills). Does not explain side effects every well and nor allows discussion of concerns to certain methods. (ie there is no 'bad' side effect weight loss even though this medication can have serious side effects like thyroid cancer but I don't believe them). Seems every 'I'm the doctor so I have to be right'
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Sep 13, 2023
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Good for the area - but just ok
kind of rude and dismissive but still better than most around the mid Ohio valley. easy to schedule, nurses are good
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 23, 2023
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A great Doctor and the staff and nurses are excellent.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Tony Davis – Oct 15, 2020
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great
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Jan 03, 2020
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About Me

biography

Dr. Richard Watson, MD is a family medicine physician in Parkersburg, WV and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from BAPTIST MEMORIAL HOSPITAL / SCHOOL OF NURSING in 1995. He is affiliated with medical facilities...read more
  • Family Medicine

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

  • Baptist Memorial Hospital / School Of Nursing

    Medical School, 1995
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
Family Practice
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Locations

Practice

Unavail2610 Camden Ave Parkersburg, WV 26101
1

Practice

Wirt County Health Services Association Inc.2101 Dudley Ave Parkersburg, WV 26101
2

Practice

Joseph Kennell PhD3705 Emerson Ave Parkersburg, WV 26104
3
  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 7:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

River Valley Health and Wellness Center606 Washington St Ravenswood, WV 26164
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Marietta Memorial Hospital

    401 Matthew St
    Marietta, OH 45750

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

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Camden Clark Medical Center

    800 Garfield Ave
    Parkersburg, WV 26101
    Recipient of 12
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Minnie Hamilton Health System

    186 Hospital Dr
    Grantsville, WV 26147
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