Dr. Ronald O. Watson, MD | Seattle, WA | Internal Medicine

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Dr. Ronald Watson is an internal medicine physician who graduated from the University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Washington Medical Center. With over four decades of medical practice, he brings extensive experience to patient care. Dr. Watson is fluent in German and Spanish, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Watson practices at the Optum Madison Center in Seattle and maintains hospital privileges at Swedish Medical Center First Hill Campus. He specializes in treating bone, joint and muscle conditions, including osteoarthritis and various forms of arthritis. His practice includes procedures such as bursa aspiration and he incorporates physical therapy and strength training into patient treatment plans. Patients have given Dr. Watson an average rating of 3.8 on Vitals.

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accepting new patients
3.8

11 Ratings
43 years of experience
10 insurance plans accepted
speaks German, Spanish
University Of Washington Medical Center
5 written reviews
1 specialty
8 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Male

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Highly unprofessional. Difficult to believe to any of his advises and/or comments that are not based on the examination that was not even provided during the appointment.

September 21st, 2018

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Dr. Ron is the absolute best! None finer and super nice. The only improvements would not be on him but perhaps the folks at the front desk which could use some additional training.

April 6th, 2015

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Dr. Watson has been my primary care physician for many years and have found him to have excellent diagnostic skills, appropriate concern for underlying issues with respectful push for resolution.

January 21st, 2015

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I have had Dr. Watson for the last several years, ( he took over when my doctor left for a teaching position). He has very professional and has gone over with me what statistics show about men at my age the the leading causes of heart disease and how to prevent it. He follow through on our visits and will let me know of any red flags that I should be concerned about. I feel like he cares about how I should take care of my body.

November 21st, 2013

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Dr Watson had a pessimistic and disapproving manner. He did not make any attempt to get to know me or find out what was important to me; instead he recited statistics and pushed his opinions. I left the appointment feeling hopeless.

January 12th, 2012

Optum Madison Center

904 7th AveSeattle, WA 98104

Tel: (206) 329-1760

Mon6:30 am - 7:00 pm

Tue6:30 am - 7:00 pm

Wed6:30 am - 7:00 pm

Thu6:30 am - 7:00 pm

Fri6:30 am - 6:00 pm

Sat8:00 am - 4:00 pm

SunClosed


Dr. Ronald Owen Watson, MD	Dr. Adama Diarra, DO	Dr. Cora M. Ludwig, MD	Dr. Naeem Silat, MD
Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.8 (11 Ratings)	5 (3 Ratings)	3.5 (4 Ratings)	1 (1 Rating)
43 Years of Experience	14 Years of Experience	18 Years of Experience	29 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks German, Spanish	Speaks English, French, Bambara	Speaks English	Speaks English, Urdu, Sindhi
Seattle , WA	Tigard , OR	Clackamas , OR	Murphy , TX
Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine	Med School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine	Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine	Med School: Dow Medical College
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Washington, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Washington Medical Center

Medical School

University Of Alabama School Of MedicineGraduated in 1983

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What languages does Dr. Ronald Watson speak?: Dr. Ronald Watson speaks German and Spanish.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ronald Watson affiliated with?: Dr. Ronald Watson is affiliated with Swedish Medical Center First Hill Campus.
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