Dr. David Allen Watkins, MD

Dr. David Watkins is a family medicine physician who also specializes in geriatric medicine, bringing comprehensive care to patients across all age groups with particular expertise in caring for older adults. He earned his medical degree from the University of Louisville School of Medicine and completed his residency training at St. Mary's Medical Center. With an impressive 53 years of medical experience, Dr. Watkins has dedicated his career to providing primary care services to families and communities. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Watkins practices at Deaconess Henderson Hospital and maintains locations throughout Henderson, Kentucky, and Louisville, Kentucky. His clinical focus includes managing high blood pressure and handling urgent blood pressure situations that require immediate attention. He also provides pediatric care for children and young patients. Dr. Watkins performs routine diagnostic testing including …urine analysis and COVID-19 testing to support comprehensive patient care. Patients consistently rate his care highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0.