Dr. Stephen D. Watson | Xenia, OH | Pain Medicine Specialist

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Dr. Watson graduated from the Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine in 1983. He works in Xenia, OH and specializes in Pain Medicine, Anesthesiology and Emergency Medicine. Dr. Watson is affiliated with Kettering Health Greene Memorial, Saint Josephs Hospital South and Adventhealth Riverview Hospital.

3.8

35 Ratings
43 years of experience
19 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Wright State University Boonshoft School Of Medicine
18 written reviews
3 specialties
3 areas of expertise
3 hospital affiliations
1 office location
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Watson's Ratings and Reviews

3.8

35 Ratings with 18 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 13 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (18) Did WellNeeds Improvement (4)
Had a good bedside manner: (16) Did WellNeeds Improvement (5)
Spent time with me: (17) Did WellNeeds Improvement (5)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (17) Did WellNeeds Improvement (5)
Flexible scheduling: (19) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
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Dr Watson wants to make sure you are aware of every step of the process.

January 25th, 2020

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Dr. Watson went over the cause of my pain in great detail. He also explained how he would perform the minimally invasive neck and back sugary He made sure I had all the facts so I could make an informed the decision if and when I wanted to proceed.

January 25th, 2020

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I would highly recommend Dr Watson to anyone who is in need of relief of your discomfort and pain.

April 23rd, 2019

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Excellent dr

February 22nd, 2019

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I appreciated the time Dr. Watson took with me to explain the cause of my symptoms and the procedure that he believed would alleviate the symptoms I was experiencing. Dr. Watson was kind and confident. He gave me all the information I needed to make the decision to have the procedure that I agreed to try. It has been close to two years now and I'm doing well.

August 28th, 2016

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I have been in a car accident and was suffering with injure to my back which caused me a lot of pain,but after doctor Stephen watson perform a lumbar discectomy and neural decompression its like he gave me ,my life back . I want to take this oppertunity to thank him and his staffs .May God bless him as he continued to do this wonderful God giving work .

August 12th, 2015

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I WOULD CHOOSE DR. WATSON AGAIN ! WITH OUT HIS HELP, I WOULDN'T HAVE KNOWN OF A THIRD RUPTURED DISC IN MY NECK THAT OTHER DOCTORS IN FLORIDA, "DIDN'T SEE." ALSO WITHOUT HIS HELP I WOULD NOT BE HERE! IF YOU HAVE EVER TOUCHED 115 VOLTS? "IT HURTS". JUST THINK OF WHAT IT FEELS LIKE FOR A 1,000 VOLTS GOING THROUGH YOUR BODY EVERY DAY WHICH CAUSES YOU TO LOOSE ALL NORMAL FUNCTIONS

June 2nd, 2015

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before the surgery I had bad headache, tingling in my fingers, after surgery 4 months later, I feel great, I can do things better, no more headaches. I'm so happy.

May 27th, 2015

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Excellent diagnostician, knowledgeable and compassionate. Recommend highly for back pain.

March 22nd, 2015

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I was very skeptical at first coming to see Dr. Watson. Even after my first visit I saw some concerning reviews. However, my husband and I discussed it and prayed about it, and felt this was where we felt the direction we were supposed to go. I had suffered for 1 1/2 years with a CONSTANT migraine headache. My life, my husbands life, my children's lives, and our ministry also suffered tremendously. After having this laser procedure with Dr. Stephen Watson and about 5 weeks complete recovery, I am at 100%!! I can think, function, and I can comfort my 3 year old daughter without ANY pain! I am back at work and fully back in in ministry. To God be the glory for Dr. Watson and his wonderful staff!

March 9th, 2015

Greene Memorial Hospital

1141 N Monroe DrXenia, OH 45385

Tel: (937) 352-2000


Dr. Stephen David Watson	Dr. William Arthur Garringer	Dr. Nikole Vannest Funk, DO	Dr. Carmelita M Tozbikian, MD
Pain Medicine	Emergency Medicine	Emergency Medicine	Anesthesiology

3.8 (35 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
43 Years of Experience	50 Years of Experience	22 Years of Experience	56 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Xenia , OH	Springfield , OH	Dayton , OH	Dayton , OH
Med School: Wright State University Boonshoft School Of Medicine	Med School: Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health	Med School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine at Erie	Med School: University Of Santo Tomas Faculty Of Medicine And Surgery
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Dr. Stephen David Watson holds inactive and active medical licenses in the states of Ohio and South Carolina.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an inactive medical license in the state of Ohio that expired in 2025 and an active medical license in the state of South Carolina that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Wright State University Boonshoft School Of Medicine in 1983.

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Dr. Watson's NPI number is 1265625321.

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What languages does Dr. Stephen Watson speak?: Dr. Stephen Watson speaks English.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Stephen Watson affiliated with?: Dr. Stephen Watson is affiliated with Kettering Health Greene Memorial, Saint Josephs Hospital South, and Adventhealth Riverview Hospital.

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