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Dr. Larry Watson, MD

Dr. Larry Watson, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Larry Watson, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Columbus, OH and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Watson has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery. He graduated from Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mount Carmel New Albany Surgical Hospital and Mercy Health-Springfield Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 5 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

4605 Sawmill Rd Columbus, OH 43220

Make an Appointment

(614) 827-8700

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Watson is affiliated with Mount Carmel New Albany Surgical Hospital New Albany, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for orthopedic surgery.

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Watson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Watson

5.0
12 ratings, 7 with a written review
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First rate provider
Exceptional doctor that is knowledgeable, pleasant and trustworthy.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Mark – Jul 19, 2023
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Shoulder specialist
I was sent to Dr Watson from a well respected Dr to fix a shoulder tear. The Dr said if you need surgery I will send you to the best shoulder guy I know. Dr Watson knows what he is doing and I really got along well with very little medication after my surgery. My PT guy said Dr Watson is the best shoulder guy he knew of. Office staff is great and I have never waited over 5 minutes in the waiting room
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 26, 2023
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Shoulder repair
Dr. Watson expertly assessed my shoulder injury and repaired it two weeks later. It was a complex tear of the superior area of the rotator cuff and inferior area of the labrum ligament complex. This was the result of a dislocated shoulder, acute trauma. Really admire his manner and immediate follow up visit the day following surgery.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mark – Mar 01, 2022
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I saw Dr Watson for persistent shoulder pain after a cycling crash. Hes personable, has a great bed side manner, explains things well and included me in the decision making. Great that a surgeon didn’t want to do surgery but rather try physical therapy first. Therapy didn’t help and we went ahead with surgery. Glad to have him on this journey.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Pete Pajor – Oct 19, 2021
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Very knowledgeable and assuring doctor. Make you comfortable with his medical judgement. I felt at ease after his visit and surgery despite the gravity of my knee injury
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Hassan Ahmed – Jun 26, 2021
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Dr. Watson was great!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 27, 2020
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Over 10 years ago, Dr. Larry Watson performed surgery on both of my problematic knees. He was very thorough in explaining my condition, what kind of surgery he was going to perform and why. He treats you not just as a patient but as a real person. After my most recent knee injury this November, I've been able to understand so much more of what the doctors and surgeon are telling me, solely because of Dr. Watson's diligence. I wish more orthopaedic surgeons had as excellent bedside manner as him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Bonnie Baldyga in Durham, NC – Nov 28, 2018
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About Me

biography

Dr. Larry Watson, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Columbus, OH and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Watson has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery. He graduated from Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Hip & Knee Orthopedics

  • Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery

  • Orthopedic Sports Medicine

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  • Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1986
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Locations

Practice

Ohio Orthopedic Surgery Institute4605 Sawmill Rd Columbus, OH 43220
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Practice

Office4605 Sawmill Rd Ste 101 Columbus, OH 43220
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mount Carmel New Albany Surgical Hospital

    7333 Smiths Mill Rd
    New Albany, OH 43054
    Recipient of 11
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    86%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Soin Medical Center

    3535 Pentagon Blvd
    Beavercreek, OH 45431
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Dublin Methodist Hospital

    7500 Hospital Dr
    Dublin, OH 43016
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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