
Overview
Keith Watson, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon at Texas Orthopaedic Associates specializing in complex shoulder issues involving arthroscopy, arthroplasty, and revision procedures. Dr. Watson grew up in Fort Worth, Texas, and has been privileged to serve the area and its surrounding communities with quality care for over 40 years. After graduating from Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana, Dr. Watson went on to earn his medical degree from the University of Texas Southwestern medical school in Dallas, Texas. Following a surgical internship at the Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas, he then completed his orthopedic residency at Tulane University Medical Center in New Orleans, Louisiana. Becoming one of the country’s first fellowship-trained shoulder surgeons, Dr. Watson then completed his shoulder fellowship at the New York Orthopedic Hospital in New York City, New York, with highly revered Dr. Charles Neer. Dr. Watson is a diplomat of the American Board of Orthopedic Surgeons and served as a Board Examiner for 10 years as well. He is also one of the founding members of the prestigious American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons society, where he has served in numerous leadership roles. Dr. Watson has been involved in the development of several shoulder arthroplasty systems, written and published numerous articles, and presented and lectured at many national and international conferences. He has been named top doctor numerous times by Texas Monthly and the Fort Worth Magazine.
Dr. Watson is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Frozen Shoulder, Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, and Bursitis.
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5900 Altamesa Blvd, Suite 100, Fort Worth, TX 76132
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Keith C. Watson
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Keith C. Watson?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Keith C. Watson by calling their office at 817-854-9969. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Keith C. Watson a top-rated expert for Frozen Shoulder?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Keith C. Watson is classified as an Advanced expert for Frozen Shoulder, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Keith C. Watson specialize in?
While Dr. Keith C. Watson is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Frozen Shoulder, Osteoarthritis, and Tendinitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Keith C. Watson accept my insurance?
Dr. Keith C. Watson accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 817-854-9969 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Frozen ShoulderDr. Watson isAdvanced. Learn about Frozen Shoulder.
- OsteoarthritisDr. Watson isAdvanced. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
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- Acute PainDr. Watson isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pain.
- BursitisDr. Watson isExperienced. Learn about Bursitis.
- Contracture DeformityDr. Watson isExperienced. Learn about Contracture Deformity.
- TendinitisDr. Watson isExperienced. Learn about Tendinitis.
- Tennis ElbowDr. Watson isExperienced. Learn about Tennis Elbow.
- TenosynovitisDr. Watson isExperienced. Learn about Tenosynovitis.

