Tammara L. Watts, MD, PhD 40 Duke Medicine Circle, Durham, NC 27710

Tammara L. Watts, MD, PhD is a medical institution located at 40 Duke Medicine Circle in Durham, North Carolina, United States. Dr. Watts specializes in treating patients with tumors in the head and neck, including skin cancer. She is known for her straightforward approach, guiding patients through the treatment process and ensuring all their questions are answered. Patients often leave with a smile on their faces due to her easy-breezy bedside manner.

In addition to patient care, Dr. Watts is actively involved in research to improve clinical outcomes for cancer patients. Her focus is on understanding the communication between oral cancer cells and mesenchymal stromal/stem cells (MSCs) to develop targeted treatment strategies. Outside of work, Dr. Watts enjoys horseback riding, cooking, and entertaining friends and family.

Duke Health, where Dr. Watts practices, accepts most major health insurance carriers and transplant networks. Patients' satisfaction with Dr. Watts and the institution is measured through the nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. The scores reflect the quality of care provided, with patients receiving a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score.