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Dr. Rodney Watson, MD

Dr. Rodney Watson, MD

Pediatrics*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Rodney Watson, MD is a pediatrician in Kingsport, TN and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine in 1982. He is affiliated with medical facilities Holston Valley Medical Center and Indian Path Community Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 58 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (58 reviews)

Practice

2212 N John B Dennis Hwy Kingsport, TN 37660
(423) 392-6700

Care Philosophy

"As a general pediatrician, I believe it is my responsibility to aid parents in all aspects of their children's life. At Indian Path Pediatrics we strive to provide quality care for all children and treat the entire fa..."

- Dr. Rodney Watson, MD

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
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Dr. Watson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Watson

3.8

58 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 Star
69%
69%
4 Star
2%
2%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
2%
2%
1 Star
28%
28%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Happy Mom – Jun 15, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Probably going to sue – Aug 10, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Matt – Jul 04, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
KINGSPORT, TN – Nov 28, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Leisa C. in Kingsport, TN – Nov 20, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mad Patient in Kingsport, TN – Apr 27, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 12, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

As a general pediatrician, I believe it is my responsibility to aid parents in all aspects of their children's life. At Indian Path Pediatrics we strive to provide quality care for all children and treat the entire family with compassion and understanding....read more

  • Pediatrics

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  • Arkansas Childrens Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1985

  • University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1982

  • Freed-hardeman College

    Undergraduate School, 1977
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Locations

Practice

Arthur Garrett M.D. PH.D MPLLC2212 N John B Dennis Hwy Kingsport, TN 37660
1

Practice

Sunshine Pediatrics PLLC2004 American Way Ste 207 Kingsport, TN 37660
2
Office701 N State of Franklin Rd Johnson City, TN 37604
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Indian Path Community Hospital

    2000 Brookside Dr
    Kingsport, TN 37660

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher 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

  • Holston Valley Medical Center

    130 W Ravine Rd
    Kingsport, TN 37660
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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