3.6
12 Ratings with 3 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Frank Watkins is an orthopedic surgeon who has dedicated five decades to helping patients recover from bone and joint injuries. He earned his medical degree from Yale University School of Medicine and completed his residency at the prestigious Hospital for Joint Diseases Orthopaedic Institute. His extensive experience spans 50 years of practice, during which he has developed expertise in treating complex musculoskeletal conditions. Dr. Watkins communicates with patients in French and Spanish in addition to English.
Dr. Watkins practices at Saint Barnabas Hospital and the St Barnabas Hospital Orthopedic Clinic in Bronx, New York, where he is affiliated with Northwell Health Hospital. He specializes in treating leg fractures, arm fractures, and joint pain conditions. His procedural expertise includes performing extremity X-rays and arthrograms to diagnose bone and joint problems. Watkins also provides emergency orthopedic care for urgent musculoskeletal injuries. Patients rate him …3.6 out of 5 stars on average.
Read More Read less Dr. Watkins practices at Saint Barnabas Hospital and the St Barnabas Hospital Orthopedic Clinic in Bronx, New York, where he is affiliated with Northwell Health Hospital. He specializes in treating leg fractures, arm fractures, and joint pain conditions. His procedural expertise includes performing extremity X-rays and arthrograms to diagnose bone and joint problems. Watkins also provides emergency orthopedic care for urgent musculoskeletal injuries. Patients rate him …3.6 out of 5 stars on average.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 50 years of experience
- 29 insurance plans accepted
- speaks French, Spanish
- Hospital For Joint Diseases Orthopaedic Institute
- 3 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 16 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 2 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Frank Berchell Watkins has 2 locationsSt Barnabas Hospital Orthopedic Clinic
4487 3rd Ave Fl 1Bronx, NY 10457 Tel: (718) 960-9000
Mon8:30 am - 7:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 7:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 7:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 7:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 7:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 50 Years of Experience | 11 Years of Experience | 28 Years of Experience | 16 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks French, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English |
| Bronx , NY | Jersey City , NJ | New York , NY | New York , NY |
| Med School: Yale University School Of Medicine | Med School: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School | Med School: Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai | Med School: Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Frank Berchell Watkins
Medical Specialties
Dr. Frank Berchell Watkins has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Frank Berchell Watkins has the following 16 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
50 Years Experience
Dr. Frank Berchell Watkins holds an active medical license in the state of New York.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Hospital For Joint Diseases Orthopaedic Institute.
Medical School
Graduated from Yale University School Of Medicine in 1976.
NPI Number
Dr. Watkins' NPI number is 1306805676.
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