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Robert Watson, MD, General Surgery, Reno, NV, Renown Regional Medical Center

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General Surgery Reno, NV

Minimally Invasive Surgery

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Summary

  • Dr. Robert Watson is a board-certified general surgeon in the Reno area. He offers same-day surgeries for a variety of conditions, including hernias, gallbladder issues, and some skin conditions. As a former gastric bypass surgeon, he also currently offers counseling and medical management plans for weight loss patients. Dr. Watson was raised by a military medic and has always viewed medicine as a means of helping people and making their lives easier. He prides himself on his patient-oriented approach to medicine and takes his time listening to each patient so he can fully understand their condition and how he can help.

Education & Training

  • Lehigh Valley Health Network/University of South Florida College of Medicine
    Lehigh Valley Health Network/University of South Florida College of MedicineResidency, Surgery, 1994 - 1999
  • University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine
    University of Nevada, Reno School of MedicineClass of 1994

Certifications & Licensure

  • NV State Medical License
    NV State Medical License 1999 - 2025

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • CMS Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification PrimeSUITE EHR, Greenway Health, LLC, 2011-2013
  • Fellow (FACS) American College of Surgeons

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