Summary

Christopher M. Watson, MD, FACS, was born in Atlanta and received his undergraduate degree in biology and chemistry from Kennesaw State University in Kennesaw, Georgia, graduating magna cum laude. He received his medical degree from Mercer University School of Medicine in Macon, Georgia, and completed his general surgery training at Prisma Health Richland Hospital and the University of South Carolina School of Medicine in Columbia.

Prior to completing a fellowship in surgical critical care at the University of Virginia Health System in Charlottesvile, Dr. Watson served as a general surgeon at the Wm. Jennings Bryan Dorn VA Medical Center in Columbia, South Carolina. He is board certified in general surgery and surgical critical care by the American Board of Surgery.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 25 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Palmetto Health Alliance
  • 4 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Christopher Madison Watson

2 Medical Park Rd Ste 300Columbia, SC 29203
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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4.1 
25 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English
Columbia , SCTuscaloosa , ALCOLUMBIA , SCColumbia , SC
Med School: Mercer University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine Columbia
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Christopher Madison Watson

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Absolute Total Care - Ambetter
  • Absolute Total Care (Centene)
  • Aetna Medicare
  • BCBS
  • BCBS Blue Essentials
  • BCBSSC Blue Reedy Exchange Product (Upstate)
  • BlueChoice Health Plan
  • BlueChoiceMyChoice Advantage
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna Medicare
  • Companion Benefit Alternatives
  • CorVel Workers Compensation
  • Evernorth Behavioral Health
  • FirstHealth (Aetna)
  • Humana - Healthy Horizons
  • Humana Medicare
  • Liberty Advantage
  • Logistics Health
  • Magellan
  • Molina
  • Multiplan/PHCS
  • NHC Advantage
  • Optum Behavioral Health
  • Promise Health Plan
  • Select Health Medicare
  • Select Heath (First Choice)
  • Spectera
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage
  • Veterans Affairs Community Care Network - VACCN

Medical Specialties

Christopher Madison Watson has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Christopher Madison Watson has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Contraception
  • Critical Care Specialist
  • Surgery
  • Trauma Surgeon

Certifications, License, & Education

25 Years Experience

Christopher Madison Watson holds an active medical license in the state of South Carolina.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of South Carolina that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Palmetto Health Alliance.

Medical School

Graduated from Mercer University School Of Medicine in 2001.

NPI Number

Christopher Madison Watson's NPI number is 1972629756.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Christopher Watson speak?
Christopher Watson speaks Spanish and English.
Does Christopher Watson accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Christopher Watson has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Christopher Watson's office located?
Christopher Watson's office is located at 2 Medical Park Rd Ste 300, Columbia, SC, 29203.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Watson?
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Which hospitals is Christopher Watson affiliated with?
Christopher Watson is affiliated with Palmetto Health Baptist.

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