Dr. Gerald R. Watkins, MD | Lancaster, CA | Neurologist

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With 52 years in neurology and psychiatry, Dr. Gerald Watkins brings a long career to his practice in Lancaster and Woodland Hills, California. He completed his residency with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and earned his medical degree from the University of Minnesota Medical School. Patients rate Dr. Watkins 4.5 out of 5.

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accepting new patients
4.5

8 Ratings
52 years of experience
U S Department Of Veterans Affairs
6 written reviews
2 specialties
14 areas of expertise
2 office locations
Male

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

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Dr. Watkins' Ratings and Reviews

4.5

8 Ratings with 6 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 15 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (5) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Had a good bedside manner: (5) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Spent time with me: (6) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (6) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
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Very caring and professional doctor

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

April 24th, 2015

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What can i say. He put me on a drug that worked well but may have brain damaged me. Most people would jump at the chance at the suit i have. I live with honor and integrity, the doc gave me 5 phenominal years of overachievement. I wouldnt dream of suing him. Best dr ive ever had and im a medical famly. I used to feel so bad for him with that darn computer he hated i know. What a truly as my grandfathet tought me to be " a square fellow". I truly care for his future and hope he realises he did top notch work. ,p

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

July 6th, 2013

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He is a great doctor! Always been there for me in times of needed treatment! He has worked hard to navigate my condition! P.T.S.D. is a tough problem! Dr. Watkins has always been understanding, diligent, attentive and conservative. He does his job well and has my care as his paramount concern.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

June 5th, 2012

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Dr. Watkins is extremely caring, thoughtful, & thorough. I feel very comfortable in his care.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

May 8th, 2012

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-very accommodating (even when I was 60+ minutes late)-supportive throughout multiple medication changes (allows patient to determine the best treatment)

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

July 2nd, 2011

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Extremely unprofessional, absolutely the worse doctor I ever encountered. His license should be revoked.

Did Well

Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner

January 27th, 2010

Kaiser Permanente Behavioral Health Office

44444 20th St WLancaster, CA 93534

Tel: (661) 951-0070

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 - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Kaiser Permanente Woodland Hills Medical Center

5601 De Soto AveWoodland Hills, CA 91367


Dr. Gerald Ray Watkins, MD	Dr. Ali Elahi, MD	Jeannine Thomas, MSPA, PA-C	Dr. Sara Zarei, MD, PhD
Neurology	Neurology	Neurology	Neurology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.5 (8 Ratings)	3.3 (31 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
52 Years of Experience	26 Years of Experience	21 Years of Experience	8 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
	Speaks English, German, Persian, Spanish	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English, Spanish, Farsi
Lancaster , CA	Corona Del Mar , CA	San Antonio , TX	Orange , CA
Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School	Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine	Med School: University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio	Med School: San Juan Bautista School Of Medicine
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Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at U S Department Of Veterans Affairs.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Minnesota Medical School in 1974.

NPI Number

Dr. Watkins' NPI number is 1417005208.

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