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Dr. Derek Watson, MD

General Surgery* Age 58
Dr. Derek Watson, MD
4.3 (12 Ratings)
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Dr. Derek Watson, MD is a General Surgeon in Simpsonville, SC.
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Dr. Derek Watson, MD

General Surgery* Age 58
Simpsonville, SC
Accepting new patients
32 years of experience
Dr. Derek Watson, MD is a General Surgeon in Simpsonville, SC.

About

Dr. Watson graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. Dr. Derek Watson, MD is a General Surgeon in Simpsonville, SC and has 32 years experience. Dr. Watson currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital and Prisma Health Hillcrest Hospital. Dr. Watson has experience treating conditions like Colorectal Cancer and Lipomas among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Watson received an average rating of 4.3/5 from patients and has been reviewed 12 times. Dr. Watson's office accepts new patients. Dr. Watson is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Colorectal Cancer
Lipomas
Gallbladder Removal
Colorectal Cancer
Lipomas
Gallbladder Removal
Colorectal Cancer
Lipomas
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Gallbladder Removal
Abdominal Pain
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Ascites
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Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Constipation
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Gallstones
Gastric Ulcer
Hemorrhoids
Ileus
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Incisional Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Rib Fracture
Small Intestine Cancer
Traumatic Brain Injury
Umbilical Hernia
Colectomy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Wound Repair
Abdominal Abscess
Abdominal Hernia
Abscess
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Acute Appendicitis
Acute Bowel Infarction
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anorectal Abscess
Appendicitis
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Biliary Atresia
Bone Cancer
Bowel Strangulation
Breast Abscess
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Burn Injuries
Carcinoma in Situ
Chronic Appendicitis
Crohn's Disease
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Varices
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastrointestinal Malformation
Gastrointestinal Perforation
Head Soft Tissue Trauma
Hemorrhage
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Hidradenitis
Hyperparathyroidism
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Ischemic Colitis
Liver Abscess
Liver Cancer
Liver Disease (Except Cancer, Hepatitis and Cirrhosis)
Liver Diseases and Disorders
Liver Enlargement
Lung Cancer
Lymphangioma
Megacolon
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Osteosarcoma
Pancreatic Abscess
Pancreatic Cancer
Pancreatic Disease
Parasitic Appendicitis
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Perianal Abscess
Pericolic Abscess
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Perirectal Abscess
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pleural Effusion
Postoperative Hemorrhage
Pyloric Stenosis
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Second-Degree Burns
Secondary Malignancies
Skin Diseases
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Spleen Disorders
Spleen Injuries
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Amputation
Traumatic Hernia
Traumatic Shock
Tubo-Ovarian Abscess
Ulcerative Colitis
Varicose Veins
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Vulvar Cancer
Abdominal Mass Biopsy
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Appendectomy
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Bile Duct Procedure
Biopsy
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Biopsy of Affected Tissue
Biopsy of Breast
Bladder Biopsy
Bladder Surgery
Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA) or Excision of Infected Graft
Colectomy Laparoscopic
Colostomy
Cyst Incision and Drainage
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Embolectomy, Thrombectomy, or Vessel Exploration
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Esophagogastric Fundoplasty
Excision
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Excision of Benign Skin Lesion
Excision of Breast Tumor
Excision of Cyst
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Lipoma
Excision of Neck Mass
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision of Skin Lesion
Excision of Soft Tissue Lesion
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Excisional Biopsy
Fecal Impaction Removal
Femoral Hernia Repair, Open
Gastrectomy
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Gastric Bypass Surgery, Open
Gastrotomy
Hemicolectomy
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Hernia Repair
Inguinal Hernia Surgery
Intestinal Biopsy
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Liver Biopsy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Mastectomy
Muscle Biopsy
Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
Open Appendectomy
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Orchiectomy
Partial Mastectomy
Percutaneous Biopsy With Drainage
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Port Placements or Replacements
Port Removal
Puncture Aspiration
Sentinel Node Biopsy
Skin Biopsy
Skin Grafts
Soft Tissue Mass Biopsy
Sphincterotomy
Splenectomy
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
Splenectomy with Robotic Assist
Surgical Biopsy
Thoracentesis
Tracheal Surgery
Wedge Resection Stomach

Insurance Accepted

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Locations

  1. 1 General Surgery-Hillcrest Memorial Hospital
    727 SE Main St Ste 130, Simpsonville, SC 29681
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (864) 454-6560
  2. 2 Prisma Health Laurens County Hospital
    22725 Highway 76 E, Clinton, SC 29325
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (864) 358-7248
  3. 3 Office
    300 E McBee Ave Fl 4, Greenville, SC 29601
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (864) 454-6560
  4. 4 GHS Surgery/Orthopedics Clinic
    13 Edgewood Dr, Greenville, SC 29605
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (864) 455-7861

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4.3
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Dec 04, 2019
I like Dr. Watson I felt comfortable the first day that I met him. The outcome of my procedure was good. Thank you for everything.
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Specialties*
General Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
    1992
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship
  • St Joseph Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Derek Watson, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Watson's profile.

Dr. Watson frequently treats the following conditions: Colorectal Cancer and Lipomas. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Derek Watson, MD is affiliated with Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital and Prisma Health Hillcrest Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Derek Watson, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital

    701 Grove Rd, Greenville, SC

  • Prisma Health Hillcrest Hospital

    729 SE Main St, Simpsonville, SC