Bradley Watkins, MD
Internal Medicine
4.9 of 5 stars
366 Ratings, 110 Reviews25 Insurances Accepted
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Professional Titles
Background
Leadership Title
Selected Publications
Honors
Locations
- Johns Hopkins Community Physicians - Downtown Bethesda
- 7315 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 700, Bethesda, MD 20814
- phone: 240-235-9100
- fax: 410-367-2197
Expertise
Education
Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
Residency, General Internal Medicine, 2007University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Medical Education, MD, 2004Board Certifications
Internal Medicine
American Board of Internal Medicine, 2007Insurance
- Aetna
- Amerigroup District of Columbia
- AmeriHealth Caritas District of Columbia
- Beech Street
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program (FEP)
- CareFirst
- Cigna
- Coventry
- First Health
- Geisinger Health Plan
- HealthSmart/Accel
- Humana
- Johns Hopkins Health Plans
- Kaiser Permanente
- Medicaid DC
- Medicaid Maryland
- MedStar Family Choice District of Columbia
- MultiPlan
- Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
- Point Comfort Underwriters
- Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- Provider Partners Advantage HMO SNP Medicare Advantage
- South Central Preferred (SCP)
- TRICARE (Humana Military East)
- UnitedHealthcare
Reviews
4.9 of 5 stars
366 Ratings, 110 ReviewsThe Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/4/2024
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/20/2024
Always take time to talk with me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/20/2024
Very pleased with Dr. Watkins. He is committed to shared decision-making.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/18/2024
Dr. Watkins is a compassionate, well-informed professional. I have been seeing him for 10 years. I always trust his judgment. Also, he has provided excellent referrals.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/17/2024
I am very happy and grateful to have Dr Watkins as my primary care physician. He gives me time, listens patiently, comments usefully and knowledgeably on all my issues. He always greets me with a bright smile and shows a genuine interest in my welfare which not all physicians do.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/14/2024
Very friendly and knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/14/2024
EXCELLENT
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/14/2024
Bradley Watkins MD is an excellent doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/13/2024
Dr. Watkins is very good.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/11/2024
Dr Watkins is a thorough, caring and professional provider!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/11/2024
Very good and up to date on care for my health condition.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/5/2024
Dr. Watkins is a compassionate doctor who listens well and explains things thoroughly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/5/2024
Earnest, cares, listens, and really helps to puzzle through issues. Biggest downside is he's so busy that it takes a long time to get an appointment. Video visits help a lot with that.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/4/2024
Always allows plenty of time and makes sure all concerns are covered.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/25/2024
Wonderful doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/25/2024
Excellent provider with excellent communication skills.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/11/2024
He is easy to talk with and is concerned about my well being.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/7/2024
Dr Watkins has been my primary care provider for years and he is excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/7/2024
Professional and very knowledgeable, excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/29/2024
Dr Watkins is terrific: he listens well and gives thoughtful and helpful answers.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/29/2024
Dr Watkins is an outstanding physician. He is extremely knowledgeable and professional and shows genuine interest and concern for me as a patient. I really enjoy my visits.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2024
Dr Watkins is my long time PCP. I can not say enough about the trust, comfort and response to my healthcare he provides as my Doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2024
Dr Watkins is an excellent listener. He is thoughtful and professional in response to questions. During this annual check up he reviewed all of my medical records noting the need for follow up blood work.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/17/2024
Dr. Watkins is AWESOME
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/15/2024
I appreciated the extra time Dr. Watkins spent with us>
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/11/2024
Always a pleasure to speak with Dr. Watkins
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/10/2024
Since I have been with him for 13 years, the continuity in care is very good and reassuring. He listens and uses my responses in managing my care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/10/2024
Excellent physician with outstanding patient communication skills.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2024
Excellent service
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/7/2024
Excellent provider
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/7/2024
Caring, understanding calm
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/7/2024
Always an excellent experience. This was my annual Wellness checkup, came in with a list of questions and received all of the answers that I needed. He scheduled my bloodwork immediately. Would recommend highly to anyone looking for a primary care physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/20/2023
Very good visit
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/18/2023
Dr. Watkins is simply the best. I am blessed to have him as my doctor. He is compassionate and a very capable doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/18/2023
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- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/13/2023
Dr. Watkins is the best physician that I have ever had.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2023
Outstanding discussion about my care, both past, present and going forward
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/10/2023
Dr Watkins is the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/10/2023
Dr. Watkins is a great physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/7/2023
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/7/2023
Dr. Watkins Is very kind, patient, and competent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/6/2023
Very good on all counts
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/6/2023
As always, Dr. Watkins was thorough, respectful, and informative.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/5/2023
Dr. Watkins is a very competent, compassionate and very thorough and very kind clinician
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2023
Very conscientious
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2023
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- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2023
Great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2023
Dr. Watkins is very professional and polite. He is really concern patient condition
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/3/2023
I could not ask for a more kind and thorough PCP. I am very thankful to have Dr Watkins as my doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/3/2023
Dr Watkins is very thoughtful and kind. He is through with his medical examination and follow up.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/30/2023
Excellent care. 30 minute delay in seeing doctor was not good.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/29/2023
Wonderful welcoming clinic. Bradley Watkins is a compassionate and reflective doctor. I appreciate his considered clinical approach and deep experience; and his humility in responding to my concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/29/2023
Dr. Watkins is wonderful!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/28/2023
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/27/2023
I like Dr. Watkins. He was calm, focused, and explained his reasoning.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/27/2023
Always very attentive and careful to explain information
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/26/2023
Dr. Watkins is great. I would recommend him to anyone.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/26/2023
This was a wellness visit. Not a medical problem
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/26/2023
Really listens to what you're saying, has a conversation about what you're feeling and what you would like to see change. Never rushes you.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/19/2023
Dr Watkins is an excellent physician and I feel most fortunate to be his patient. He is a very patient listener and addresses all concerns, big and small, taking time to explain the issues and his point of view. He has been my pcp for only 3 years, during which time I have had a range of issues. He has been consistently pleasant and kind, he Is very smart and above all I trust his judgment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/16/2023
I am very happy with Dr. Watkins. He spends a lot of time with me, he answers my questions and addresses my concern. He goes through my test results. He encourages and respects my need to be part of my healthcare decisions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/16/2023
Only wish my wife could be his patient
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/15/2023
Every body should have a Bradley Watkins in their life. God bless him. John Hopkins is very lucky to have Dr Watkins.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/5/2023
Dr. Watkins is a very thoughtful provider. I appreciate he cares about my health needs in overall and recommended me to preventive exams. I very like Dr. Watkins as my primary doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/5/2023
I am very pleased with my provider for his professional services and patient to my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/2/2023
Dr. Watkins is an outstanding physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/2/2023
Dr Watkins is really excellent. I look forward to visits and getting his advice.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/30/2023
Dr. Watkins listened attentively and thoroughly went over my chart with me. I showed him medications which my other doctors had prescribed and he explained more thoroughly the purpose of the medications. We set some new goals. He carefully listened to new family situations which impacted stress levels. I feel very confident about my medical plan.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/26/2023
Dr. Watkins is an excellent, caring, and easy to talk to doctor. He listens and explains very well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/26/2023
Re-referrals & new medication prescription: During my video call we discussed the option of trying a new medication for diabetes.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/25/2023
Dr. Watkins provides excellent care and engages with me professionally in all ways. I appreciate that he never makes me feel rushed and I deeply value his counsel and care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2023
Dr. Watkins is the best PCP doctor I've ever had. He is always very professional, courteous, kind and very knowledgeable of health history. He reviews my lab work, explains what's going on and makes sure I understand. The absolute best!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2023
Dr. Watkins took the time to answer my questions in an easily understandable way.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2023
Wonderful physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2023
Great service!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2023
Very knowledgeable and good "bedside" manner!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2023
Dr. Watkins always listens yo me amd explains my health related topics in detail.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/19/2023
I've been a patient of Dr. Watkins for about 15 years. I have a very good working relationship with him. I completely trust his medical knowledge. He has always included me with decisions about my health
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/19/2023
Doctor Bradley Watkins gave 100% attention or focus on me, and allowed me to participate in my Care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/19/2023
Feel like I am n good hands with this practice / doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/18/2023
Outstanding
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/15/2023
I'm very happy with Dr. Watkins and wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to others (and I have, including to one of the specialists I see).
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/12/2023
Dr Watkins is the best. Lorita extremely helpful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/11/2023
Very good interaction
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/5/2023
Dr, Watkins is an excellent doctor--he listened intently to my comments, followed up with comments and questions in order to understand my needs and to help ME understand my challenges and what I need to do about them
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/4/2023
The team and DR Watkin are great professionals.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/2/2023
Dr. Watkins is the best. He takes the time to listen to me and to understand my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/2/2023
Very thankful to have Dr. Watkins as my PCP. Excellent doctor who cares, and takes the time to listen to his patients and provide good advice.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/28/2023
Great visit
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/25/2023
Dr Watkins is a wonderful and caring doctor. I feel very fortunate to have him as my primary doctor. He spends quality time with me and has seen me through some challenging issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/20/2023
Caring and very knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/20/2023
Excellent physician
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2023
Dr. Watkins is an excellent doctor and a wonderful person. I hope to not have to find a new primary care doctor any time soon.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2023
Excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2023
Dr. Watkins is thoroughly professional and also Kind. I appreciated that he took my health concern seriously but also reacted with care: he prescribed medication that would have gelped if the ailment continued. At the same time he was reassuring that it would not and advised me not to take the antibiotics if not needed. That showed respect for my judgment. He is a delightful and skilled physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2023
He is very nice and professional and friendly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/5/2023
Doctor Watkins is a very good listener and he has taken very good care of my health since I have known him
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/31/2023
Always knowledgeable and helpful. Listens well and works on solutions. Very patient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/31/2023
Dr Watkins spent more than the usual/expected/scheduled time with me and was more than thorough. He has been my PCP for 10+ years now and I value and appreciate his knowledge and medical opinion and have recommended him to several of my friends who now also have him as their PCP.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/31/2023
I am very pleased with the advice I received from Dr. Watkins
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/30/2023
Excellent physician who cares about his patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2023
He listened to my concerns and discussed with me my options and possible treatment. I appreciated his attention to my condition and would recommend him to my friends.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/24/2023
Dr Watkins is an excellent physician. He is kind and caring and doesn't make me feel like he is in a rush to get to the next patient. He is a good listener and gives helpful advice about my healthcare.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2023
Excellent!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2023
Dr Watkins is GREAT!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2023
Dr. Watkins is an outstanding professional who is knowledgeable, courteous, thoughtful, and responsive.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/4/2023
Very understanding and helpful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/3/2023
Best internist I have ever encountered.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/2/2023
To me this provider is wonderful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/2/2023
Top notch physician, personable, well acquainted with my medical history, responsive, evidently continues to learn and grow professionally.