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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Watkins, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. John Watkins, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. He is board certified. Dr. Watkins graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Boston Univ Med Ctr/Univ Hp, Internal Medicine; Boston Univ Med Ctr/Univ Hp, Gastroenterology; New England Med Ctr Hosps, Pediatrics; Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Pediatrics. Dr. Watkins is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Watkins’s office at (617) 355-1836.
Where did Dr. Watkins go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Boston Univ Med Ctr/Univ Hp, Internal Medicine; Boston Univ Med Ctr/Univ Hp, Gastroenterology; New England Med Ctr Hosps, Pediatrics; Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Pediatrics
Medical School: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Watkins board certified as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. John Watkins, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Watkins speak?
Dr. Watkins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Watkins typically treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, conditions treated by Dr. John Watkins may include:
- Barrett's Esophagus
- Celiac Disease
- Constipation
- Crohn's Disease
- Diarrhea
- Diverticulitis
- Excessive Gas
- Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency
Please contact Dr. Watkins' office directly to confirm care for your specific condition, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Watkins typically perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by Dr. John Watkins may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Watkins' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Watkins accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Watkins' office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Watkins' office located?
What is Dr. Watkins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Watkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336151893.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Watkins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Watkins
What is Dr. John Watkins's specialty?
Dr. Watkins is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Boston, MA.
What does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs.
Is this Dr. John Watkins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Watkins is affiliated with Metrowest Medical Center - Framingham Union Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is John Watkins accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. John Watkins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Watkins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Watkins's office at (617) 355-1836 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Watkins?
Please contact Dr. Watkins's office at (617) 355-1836 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Watkins have?
Dr. John Watkins is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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