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Dr. Melissa Watson is a transplant surgeon who specializes in surgery with a focus on organ transplant procedures. She completed her medical education at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and has been practicing medicine for 22 years, bringing extensive experience to her surgical practice.
Dr. Watson is affiliated with Piedmont Atlanta Hospital and practices at multiple locations throughout Georgia, including Atlanta, Watkinsville, and Fayetteville. She treats patients with conditions such as anemia from heavy bleeding, benign breast cysts, and impaired immunity. Her clinical expertise includes performing complete blood count testing, Rh antibodies screening, and alkaline phosphatase testing to support patient care and treatment planning.
Dr. Watson is affiliated with Piedmont Atlanta Hospital and practices at multiple locations throughout Georgia, including Atlanta, Watkinsville, and Fayetteville. She treats patients with conditions such as anemia from heavy bleeding, benign breast cysts, and impaired immunity. Her clinical expertise includes performing complete blood count testing, Rh antibodies screening, and alkaline phosphatase testing to support patient care and treatment planning.
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Quick Facts
- 22 years of experience
- Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine
- 3 specialties
- 4 areas of expertise
- 3 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 4 office locations
- Female
Office Locations
Dr. Melissa Joy Watson has 4 locationsPiedmont Physicians Piedmont Transplant Institute Athens
1305 Jennings Mill Rd Ste 260Watkinsville, GA 30677Piedmont Physicians Piedmont Transplant Institute Fayetteville
1267 Highway 54 W Ste 5200Fayetteville, GA 30214Piedmont Physicians Piedmont Transplant Institute Athens
1270 Prince Place Suite 101Watkinsville, GA 30677Compare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. Melissa Joy Watson, MD | Hiral Tank, MD | Dr. Michelle Mon, MD | Dr. Todd Greer, MD |
| Surgery | Surgery | Surgery | Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 22 Years of Experience | 11 Years of Experience | 27 Years of Experience | 39 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | ||
| Atlanta , GA | Alpharetta , GA | Douglasville , GA | Duluth , GA |
| Med School: Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine | Med School: American University Of Antigua College Of Medicine | Med School: University of Iowa College of Medicine | Med School: Morehouse School of Medicine |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Melissa Joy Watson
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Melissa Joy Watson has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Melissa Joy Watson has the following 4 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
22 Years Experience
Dr. Melissa Joy Watson holds an expired medical license in the state of Georgia.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Georgia that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine in 2004.
NPI Number
Dr. Watson's NPI number is 1942456462.
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- Is Dr. Melissa Watson accepting new patients?
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- Does Dr. Melissa Watson accept my insurance?
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Melissa Watson affiliated with?
- Dr. Melissa Watson is affiliated with Piedmont Atlanta Hospital.
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