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Biography

Michael Watson, MD is a orthopedic surgeon with more than three decades of experience in reconstructive surgery as well as other orthopedic procedures such as knee and shoulder arthroscopy, treatment of hand and elbow disorders, and fracture care. He also specializes in routine and complex hip and knee replacement. Dr. Watson has a strong athletic background and has used his experiences to provide sports medicine to local and professional sports teams including the New Orleans Saints. He has also served as a captain in the United States Army providing medical care at Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio, Texas. Dr. Watson cares for patients of all ages.

Personal Interests

Running, golf, fishing, cooking.

Care Philosophy

Dr. Watson understands the value of an empathetic doctor-patient relationship. It's his mission to treat you like he would want to be treated if he was a patient — with compassion, respect and skill.

Awards & Recognitions
2001 Southern Illinois School of Medicine Department of Orthopaedics Orthopaedic Resident Instructor of the Year
Areas Served
Sebring, FL
Languages Spoken
English
Education
  • Southern Illinois University School of Medicine
Residencies
  • Orthopedic Surgery at Ochsner Foundation Hospital
  • Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery at Shriners Hospital for Crippled Children
  • Orthopedic Surgery at Southern Louisiana Medical Center

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Medical Organization Memberships and Committees
  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, American Medical Association
Publications
  • Watson, M.D., Dimartino,,P.P. (1987). Incidence of Injuries in High School Track and Field Athletes and Its Relationship to Performance Ability. The American Journal of Sports Medicine; 15(3), 251-254.
  • Watson, M.D., Kaye, J.J. (1988). Traumatic Venous Aneurysm Presenting as a Ganglion Cyst. A case report. The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery; 70a(8). Presented at Louisiana Orthopedic Association.
  • Watson, M.D., Dunn, A.W., Johnson, C.L., McFarland, G.B. (1989).The Clinical Effects of Epidural Morphine Analgesia Following Total Knee Replacement Surgery - A Randomized Prospective Study. Presented in part at The Southern Orthopedic Association Annual Meeting.

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  • Watson, M.D., Vanfleet, M.D., Raab, M.D. (1997). Popliteal Vein Thrombosis Causing Compartment Syndrome. A case report. Phlebotomy Digest; 2(16).
Ages Accepted
  • Children
  • Adolescents
  • Adults
  • Geriatrics
Conditions Treated
  • ACL Tear
  • Achilles Tear
  • Bone Spurs

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  • Bow Legs
  • Broken Arm
  • Broken Elbow
  • Broken Hand
  • Broken Wrist
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Claw Toe
  • Clubfoot
  • Flat Feet
  • Flatfoot After Age 9
  • Foot Fracture
  • Hammer Toe
  • Herniated Disks
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Keratoderma (Abnormal Skin Thickening)
  • Knee Disorders
  • Labral Tears
  • Leg Deformities
  • Torn Rotator Cuff
Treatments Offered
  • ACL Reconstruction
  • Arthroscopy
  • Cartilage Repair - Knee

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  • Elbow Surgery
  • Epidural Injections
  • Facet Joint Injections
  • Fracture Repair
  • Hip Replacement
  • Joint Arthroscopy
  • Knee Replacement
  • Knee Surgery
  • Orthopaedics
  • Orthopedic Care, Surgical Care
  • Orthopedics
  • Rotator Cuff Repair - Arthroscopic
  • Shoulder Replacement
  • Shoulder Surgery
  • Total Joint Replacement
  • Wrist Surgery
Procedures and Tests
  • Joint Arthroscopy

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Question: What locations does Michael D Watson, MD practice at?
Answer: Michael D Watson, MD practices at Sebring at 4409 Sun N Lake Blvd, Sebring, FL, 33872. Learn more about Michael D Watson, MD at AdventHealth.
Question: What is Michael D Watson, MD's specialty?
Answer: Michael D Watson, MD specializes in Orthopedic Surgery and Orthopaedic Surgery. Learn more about Michael D Watson, MD at AdventHealth.
Question: What conditions does Michael D Watson, MD treat?
Answer: Michael D Watson, MD treats the following conditions: ACL Tear, Achilles Tear, Bone Spurs, Bow Legs, Broken Arm, Broken Elbow, Broken Hand, Broken Wrist, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Claw Toe, Clubfoot, Flat Feet, Flatfoot After Age 9, Foot Fracture, Hammer Toe, Herniated Disks, Hip Dysplasia, Keratoderma (Abnormal Skin Thickening), Knee Disorders, Labral Tears, Leg Deformities and Torn Rotator Cuff. Learn more about Michael D Watson, MD at AdventHealth.
Question: What health services does Michael D Watson, MD provide?
Answer: Michael D Watson, MD provides Orthopedic Care and Surgical Care services. Learn more about Michael D Watson, MD at AdventHealth.