Dr. James Allison Watkins, MD

Dr. James Watkins is a surgeon who specializes in vascular surgery, bringing five decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Meharry Medical College School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Georgetown University Medical Center. With 50 years of experience in the field, Dr. Watkins has developed extensive knowledge in treating complex vascular conditions. He speaks both English and Spanish to better serve his diverse patient community.

Dr. Watkins practices at multiple locations throughout Charlotte and Shelby, North Carolina, with affiliations at Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center, Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center, and several other healthcare facilities in the region. He focuses on helping patients with venous skin ulcers and diabetic skin complications. His treatment approach includes chronic wound care and wound debridement procedures. Dr. Watkins also provides hyperbaric oxygen therapy to promote healing in …difficult cases. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.0 on Vitals.