Summary

Dr. Samantha Watson treats age-related macular degeneration, astigmatism, and cataracts, and performs cataract surgery, comprehensive ophthalmology, and minimally invasive glaucoma surgery. She practices ophthalmology and is affiliated with Wilmington Eye in Wilmington, North Carolina.

Dr. Watson earned her medical degree from Wake Forest University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Wake Forest Baptist Health in 2016. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Watson 3.67 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.7
  • 14 years of experience
  • 16 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Wake Forest Baptist Health
  • 3 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Wilmington Eye

1729 New Hanover Medical Park DrWilmington, NC 28403
Mon7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri7:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Wilmington , NCWilmington , NCWilmington , NCWilmington , NC
Med School: Wake Forest University School of Medicine Med School: University Of Toledo College Of Medicine Med School: Wake Forest University School of Medicine Med School: Eastern Virginia Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Samantha Watson

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Meritain Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Samantha Watson has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Samantha Watson has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Ophthalmic Plastic Surgery
  • Ophthalmologist
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

14 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Wake Forest Baptist Health in 2016.

Internship

Completed their internship at Wake Forest Baptist Health in 2013.

Medical School

Graduated from Wake Forest University School of Medicine in 2012.

NPI Number

Samantha Watson's NPI number is 1043576382.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Samantha Watson accepting new patients?
Samantha Watson is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Samantha Watson's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Samantha Watson accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Samantha Watson accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Samantha Watson affiliated with?
Samantha Watson is affiliated with Wilmington Eye.
What languages does Samantha Watson speak?
Samantha Watson speaks English.
Where is Samantha Watson's office located?
Samantha Watson's office is located at 1729 New Hanover Medical Park Dr, Wilmington, NC, 28403.

Data Sources

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