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Andrew R. Watson

Andrew R. Watson, MD

General Surgery

Colon and Rectal Surgery

Accepting New Patients
Online Booking
Video Visit
Need help scheduling? Call 877-684-7189

Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adult
  • Older Adult

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

About Andrew R. Watson

Andrew R. Watson, MD, MLitt, FACS FATA, is a professor of surgery at the University of Pittsburgh.  Dr. Watson is an expert in minimally invasive colorectal surgery with a focus on inflammatory bowel diseases - ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease.
Dr. Watson is board-certified in general surgery. He obtained his Masters in Literature and Architectural History at Oxford University, England. His medical degree was obtained from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in New York.  He completed his surgical residency and fellowship at UPMC.
Dr. Watson has special interests in telemedicine and digital healthcare.  He serves as a senior medical director for digital health at the UPMC Health Plan.  He is also a senior medical advisor to UPMC Enterprises.  He is past president of the American Telemedicine Association.  He is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons as well as the American Telemedicine Association.

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Provider Type

Physician

Locations

  1. UPMC Digestive Disorders Center at UPMC Presbyterian
    • 200 Lothrop Street, Suite D380, Pittsburgh, PA 15213

    Expertise

    Education

    University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

    Residency

    University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

    Fellowship

    University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

    Residency

    New York Presbyterian Medical Center

    Residency

    University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

    Residency

    Columbia University Hospital

    Medical Education

    Board Certifications

    Surgery

    American Board of Surgery

    Insurance

    Please call the physician's office to verify insurance coverage.
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