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Dr. Margot Watson, MD

Dr. Margot Watson, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Margot Watson, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Sykesville, MD and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Maryland at Baltimore in 1987. She is affiliated with medical facilities The Johns Hopkins Hospital and Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center. She is accepting new patients.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 31 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (31 reviews)

Practice

5961 Exchange Dr Ste 108 Sykesville, MD 21784

Dr. Watson is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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Dr. Watson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Watson

3.5
31 ratings, 14 with a written review
5 star
52%
52%
4 star
3%
3%
3 star
10%
10%
2 star
13%
13%
1 star
23%
23%

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Worst Experience
If I could give zero stars I would for the way Dr. Watson treated my daughter as if she were crazy and less than. She not only dismissed her pain, but shamed her, talked down to her, made her feel small, and never addressed her issues. She couldn't be bothered, acted annoyed, then lectured her. When questioned about the cause of the pain she brushed it off and never took the time to find out what could be causing the problem. My daughter left in tears. Zero compassion, zero bedside manner. Dr. Watson couldn't be bothered. No one should ever be shamed or made to feel like pain is in your head, especially a young woman.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Mar 21, 2025
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Welcoming and knowledgeable
Dr Watson is direct when providing information and takes the time to answer any questions.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 18, 2024
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She was really assuring and answered all my questions. She was easy to talked to and she made sure I understood everything.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Oct 16, 2020
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Dr. Watson is great! I had a biopsy done at her office, and she was so reassuring to me. I ended up needing medical treatment, and yet, I was calmed by her no nonsense personality. She assured me everything would be okay, and it was. I have been seeing her for a few years, and I love how thorough she is. I have been to her Eldersburg and Columbia offices, and both are extremely friendly.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Lisa M – Oct 06, 2020
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Dr. Watson has been my doctor for the last 5 years. She is compassionate, patient, and honest. I appreciate her level of expertise, and treatment plan options. She’s descriptive with her answers to all of my my questions, and I’ve never felt rushed by her, not ever. Today she used a diagram for an upcoming procedure I will have. This doctor is safe in her practice, and advocates what is best for me. She cares about her patients. Great doctor!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Sherri McConney – Jun 03, 2020
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I was properly wearing my mask (due to COVID), and she condescendingly corrected me on how to wear it. When I said that I hadn't received the HPV vaccination yet, it felt like she rudely interrogated me: Is there a reason you haven't received it? It came out years ago. When she checked my chest bump, barely looked at it and said it was just "a skin thing." Wouldn't recommend at all.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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May 06, 2020
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I have been a patient of Dr. Watson for many years. She is very competent, takes the time to answer all your questions, and is caring, gentle, and friendly .
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
5 others found this helpful
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Sunny Dale – Jul 15, 2018
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Dr. Watson and her surgical team provided excellent care during my recent surgery. I felt well informed and taken care of. She thoroughly explained the process from beginning to end and there were no surprises. I really appreciated her expertise with my situation and her diligence in ensuring a successful procedure.
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
4 others found this helpful
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Satisfied Patient in Fulton, MD – Jul 06, 2018
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Very dismissive of my concerns. Examination so short I did not have time to ask the questions I came with before she rushed out.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
3 others found this helpful
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New patient – Jun 28, 2018
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Dr. Watson is one of the best physicians you will ever have the pleasure of meeting. She is straightforward yet compassionate and caring. She performed my hysterectomy with no issues and she made me feel very well taken care of. She supported me through the entire process and made sure I felt comfortable and prepared. Even when I had a last minute question and called the office, she called me back personally in a matter of minutes. I would highly recommend Dr Watson to anyone.
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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Jesse R in Baltimore , MD – Jun 21, 2018
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She was extremely impatient and rude when I asked her questions, (for example I told her my cramps had been getting worse and she just looked at me like I’m an idiot and said “that happens sometimes”), her exam room is unbearably hot and at 28 she told me I really shouldn’t delay having children if my relationship was stable (never mind that I had just started working in a temporary position).
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 22, 2018
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Can Wow!!! Be the description of this Doctor. I can’t express the warmth and care that was given to me. Dr. Watson came highly recommended by my primary care physician. Very warm and considerate. Answered my many questions. I had a pleasant experience in her care.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Columbia – Feb 09, 2018
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It's been many years since I've seen Dr. Watson, but she's left me with bad memories of my son's birth. I was deeply concerned when I didn't feel fetal movement for over a day and went to the emergency room. Instead of being greeted with compassion and concern, she snapped at me for not calling the office first. Unfortunately, when it was time to deliver, she was the one who was on call. She was efficient and business like, but left me feeling like I was just a number.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
9 others found this helpful
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Elkridge, MD – Mar 08, 2017
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I had a wonderful experience with Dr. Watson! She was very warm and friendly, spent time talking about what she was doing and why, and really took her time. I am not used to that, so what a pleasant surprise it was to meet with her today. I will definitely be going to her from now on.
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
5 others found this helpful
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Tana Younger in Columbia, MD – Feb 17, 2017
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Dr. Margot Watson, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Sykesville, MD and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Maryland at Baltimore in 1987. She is affiliated with medical facilities The Johns...read more
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • University Of Maryland At Baltimore

    Medical School, 1987
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Dr. Watson is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Johns Hopkins Medicine Gynecology & Obstetrics5961 Exchange Dr Ste 108 Sykesville, MD 21784
    1
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    2
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    3

    Practice

    Howard County General Hospital5755 Cedar Ln Columbia, MD 21044
    4

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • The Johns Hopkins Hospital

      1800 Orleans St
      Baltimore, MD 21287
      Recipient of 47
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

      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

      Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 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

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      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

      82%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      17% higher than the national average

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    • Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center

      5755 Cedar Ln
      Columbia, MD 21044
      Recipient of 6
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      75%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

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