Our goal is to provide our patients with a healthcare experience of the highest quality by providing exceptional service, personal attention, and top tier medical treatment. Our aim is not only to meet our patients’ immediate medical needs, but to provide education in proper health maintenance and illness prevention to assure optimal well-being throughout their lives. Your health and wellness are our business, and we are grateful you have put your trust in us. Our primary mission is to provide our patients with the highest quality of health care within the scope of our specialty- Family Medicine.
Charles S. Watras M.D. is a board certified Family Practitioner who specializes in caring for individuals ages 5 and above. Rather than focusing on the treatment of one disease or patient population, Dr. Watras often sees people for their everyday ailments, like cold and flu, or respiratory infections, and health screenings. When necessary, he will provide referrals for conditions that require the expertise of another specialist.
Dr. Watras also provides physicals, treatment of chronic diseases such as diabetes and asthma, and provides advice on disease prevention.
● Geriatric care
● Routine women’s health & gynecological services
● Chronic illness management
● Laboratory services
● Allergy injections
● Influenza injections
● Cryo Destruction & skin cancer and mole removal
● Sports physicals
● Wellness exams
● Health maintenance & prevention
● Referral and coordination of care with other specialists including, but not limited to: heart disease, stroke, hypertension, diabetes, cancer, and asthma.
Dr. Watras accepts most major insurances, however, there may be specific policies that are not covered. We are happy to verify your insurance prior to your appointment. Some of the plans we accept include, but are not limited to:
Medicare • North Carolina Medicaid • Aetna • Blue Cross Blue Shield • First Health • Cigna • Coventry • Humana • United Health
Meet Dr. Watras:
Charles S. Watras M.D. is board certified in Family Medicine and has over 40 years of experience working closely with families to address their primary healthcare needs. Dr. Watras graduated from the University of Mississippi Medical School in 1975 and completed his residency at the Medical Center of Columbus Georgia. He has been a member of the American Medical Association for over 25 years, as well as the Southern Medical Association for over 35 years. Dr. Watras has been a diplomat of the American Academy of Family Practice for over 30 years.
Dr. and Mrs. Watras are natives of Mississippi, but moved to North Carolina in 1989. Dr. Watras now resides in Marble, NC with his wife, Frances, and dog, Ginger. They have four grown children, and two grandsons. Dr. Watras enjoys spending time with his family, travelling with his wife, reading, and gardening. His green thumb can be seen throughout his office with his many orchids that are on display.
Our Staff:
Our professional and courteous office staff is dedicated to each of our patients. They are ready to answer any questions or concerns you may have and to make your visit with us as convenient and comfortable as possible. Here at our practice, you are seen as a person, not a chart.
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