Summary

Dr. Richard Watson specializes in family medicine and emergency medicine, bringing comprehensive care expertise to patients across multiple healthcare settings. He earned his medical degree from the University of Kansas School of Medicine and completed his residency at St Joseph Family Practice. With over four decades of medical experience, Dr. Watson has developed extensive skills in both primary care and acute emergency situations. He is fluent in Spanish and English.

Dr. Watson practices at PeaceHealth Ketchikan Medical Center in Ketchikan, Alaska, and maintains affiliations with McPherson Hospital Inc and Newman Regional Health in Emporia, Kansas. His dual specialty training allows him to provide both ongoing family healthcare and urgent medical care when patients need immediate attention. Patients consistently rate his care highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0. His experience spans from routine preventive care and chronic disease management to handling medical emergencies and urgent health concerns.
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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 41 years of experience
  • 2 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • St Joseph Fp
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Richard Lee Watson has 3 locations

Newman Regional Health

1201 W 12th AveEmporia, KS 66801

Dr. Richard Lee Watson

726 COMMERCIAL ST STE 203EMPORIA, KS 66801

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Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English
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Med School: University Of Kansas School Of Medicine Med School: Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Lee Watson

  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Lee Watson has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Lee Watson has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

41 Years Experience

Dr. Richard Lee Watson holds an active medical license in the state of Kansas.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Kansas.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at St Joseph Fp.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Kansas School Of Medicine in 1985.

NPI Number

Dr. Watson's NPI number is 1851466171.

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