
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adolescent 13-17
- Young Adult 18-25
- Adult 26-64
- Older Adult 65+
Languages
- English
In-Network Plans
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FemaleJohns Hopkins Affiliations:
- Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty
- Johns Hopkins Community Physicians
About Margot Elise Watson
Professional Titles
- Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center Department Vice-Chair - Obstetrics & Gynecology
Primary Academic Title
Instructor in Gynecology and Obstetrics
Johns Hopkins Physician
Background
Margot Watson, M.D., a Phi Beta Kappa graduate of the College of Wooster, attended the University of Maryland Medical School and performed her OB/GYN residency at the University of Vermont. She joined Signature OB/GYN in 1991. She has specialized training in laparoscopic surgery and has volunteered her medical services to needy patients in Baltimore City, New Mexico, South America, Pakistan and Nepal. Dr. Watson currently serves as Department Vice-Chair of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center.
Dr. Watson has expertise in all aspects of gynecologic care, including but not limited to abnormal pap smear and cervical dysplasia contraception to birth control with Nexplanon and IUDs, which are available in the office.
Dr. Watson was voted a "Top Doc" in the 2018 edition of Baltimore Magazine.
Locations
- Howard County Medical Pavilion
- 10710 Charter Drive, Suite 200, Columbia, MD 21044
- Get Directions
- phone: 443-367-4700
- fax: 410-367-2198
Expertise
Education
- Residency: University of Vermont Medical Center, Obstetrics and Gynecology, 1991
- Medical Education: University of Maryland School of Medicine, MD, 1987
Board Certifications
- Obstetrics and Gynecology: American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 1993
Insurance
- Aetna
- CareFirst
- Cigna
- First Health
- Geisinger Health Plan
- HealthSmart/Accel
- Johns Hopkins Health Plans
- MultiPlan
- Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
- Point Comfort Underwriters
- Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- Wellpoint (Amerigroup MD)
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
419 ratings, 125 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 3/17/2026
The GYN ever!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/17/2026
Great visit. Dr Watson always address all my concerns and explain everything clearly and in detail.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/12/2026
Dr. Watson is wonderful. She is warm and very knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/12/2026
Exelente Dr
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/10/2026
Dr. Watson is a knowledgeable and highly competent provider who very effectively communicates when completing a procedure and answering questions concerning my condition or concerns. I greatly appreciate her expertise and value the Information she shares with me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/9/2026
Dr. Watson is first rate in her care and always willing to listen and give advice.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/9/2026
Love Dr. Watson!!! She has been my doctor for many years. I'll be very sad when she retires
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/9/2026
Terrific doctor and assistant - just wonderful!!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/5/2026
Dr. Watson is thorough and honest. She always tells me all the facts and helps me figure out what is best for me. I am glad I found her!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/5/2026
She was very friendly, made me feel at ease. She explained and discussed everything regarding my health issues at that time, in a way that was easy to understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/17/2026
Dr Watson is simply excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/11/2026
The provider was excelente in explain every thing well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/11/2026
She is very patient and very kind.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/10/2026
She's excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/9/2026
Dr Watson is always very attentive and easy to talk to. Ready to answer any and all questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/9/2026
Dr. Watson is very easy to talk to and spent the right amount of time with me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2026
Dr Watson is a wonderful doctor. I like going to her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2026
I really like Dr. Watson - very personable - very thorough - and she came out to the waiting room herself to bring me back!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2026
Caring and explicit about my health
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2026
Dr Watson is the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2026
She was very thorough. She listened to all my concerns and addressed them. This was my first visit and I was very pleased with her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/2/2026
Before and during the procedure, the doctor told me what she was doing which was helpful. She also gave instructions to help alleviate my stress. The procedure was performed in a quick and efficient manner . Dr. Watson also wrote pre procedure directions which was also helpful. After the procedure she also included detailed notes regarding the uterine biopsy .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/2/2026
Dr. Watson is a caring and professional physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/2/2026
Visit was exceptional! Dr Watson assessed my chronic condition and took great care to explain what I should do, what options there were, and why. Explaining ""why"" motivates me to keep up with my own care. She was patient, friendly and kind. Dr Watson has provided best care over years of my routine and problem visits. Most Grateful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/29/2026
I visited Dr. Watson some years back, and she was very helpful and professional. When a need arose again last summer, she was not available, so I was seen by [staff] -- who was also helpful and professional. For my most recent episode, [staff] was not available, but I was happy to be able to see Dr. Watson again.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2026
This is one of my favorite practices with one of my favorite physicians. Dr. Watson thinks about me in entirety, asking questions and sharing recommendations. She also listens carefully and explains each step of the visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2026
Dr Watson is an excellent doctor. She always welcomes questions and reviews my entire health history very thoroughly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/20/2026
I appreciated the opportunity to ask questions and receive full and helpful answers.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/20/2026
Dr. Watson is so kind and attentive - I recommend her to everyone who needs OB-GYN care. She ensures her patients feel heard and safe.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/15/2026
As usual, Dr. Watson was professional, courteous, and attentive to my concerns and questions during my recent visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/15/2026
Attentive to my concerns and questions about upcoming procedure. Did a though job of describing what she would be doing included visuals
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2026
She took the time to get to know me on our first visit
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/13/2026
Professional. Polite. Knowledgeable about every aspect of her field in gynecological care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/12/2026
Felt comfortable discussing sensitive matters, gave practical advice, and had an overall good experience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/12/2026
She became my provider after [staff] left I like her a lot she has a great bedside manner speaks honestly and openly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/12/2026
Excellent and competent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/6/2026
Excellent doc
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/6/2026
Dr. Watson was able to answer all my questions. She is very knowledgeable when it comes to menopause. She treated me with respect and care. I have actually referred several of my friends to her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/5/2026
My provider is the best, I couldn't ask for a better doctor.Respectful and great bedside manners.Always attentive and always gives clarity to ur questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/30/2025
Margot Watson
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/24/2025
Dr. Watson is very attentive and easy to talk to. Also personable and informative.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/23/2025
She's the best, warm, soft spoken and attentive
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/22/2025
She is th best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/16/2025
She was amazing professional and knowledgeable. I could feel very comfortable with her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/15/2025
Dr Watson is wonderful. She is so smart and knowledgeable about all things menopause and hormone replacement therapy. She listened to what I was saying and gave real, factual answers. I felt more knowledgeable and confident leaving her office.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/15/2025
Dr Watson is a great doctor. She reviewed my chart, knew and addressed my situation expertly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2025
Dr. Watson is phenomenal. She is patient, caring, and understanding.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/10/2025
I am new patient. This Doctor was very friendly and checked my old medical records carefully and answered my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/9/2025
She is a wonderful Doctor. She is very knowledgeable and very kind.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2025
Dr. Watson has a wealth of experience, is up to date on relevant research, shows compassion, listens well, is responsive, and intelligent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2025
Absolutely love Dr Watson! She has such a calm, caring manner. She answered my questions throughly and gave me pertinent information so that I had clarity on certain subjects that I didn't have before. She is the epitome of everything I wish to have in a doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2025
See Dr Watson every 2 years. Thorough. Always asks if anything need to discuss. Any questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/2/2025
Outstanding Doctor really goes far and beyond to treat and inter act with her patients
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/25/2025
Dr. Watson is very professional and compassionate. She takes the time to explain everything to you
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/25/2025
Always patient and listens to my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/13/2025
Excellent clinician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/13/2025
She has a nice manner and made me feel comfortable during my appointment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/12/2025
Dr Watson is always attentive. She makes me feel heard.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/12/2025
Dr. Watson is personable and professional. She is responsive to my questions and provides excellent guidance.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/10/2025
Visit went well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/10/2025
Excellent caring excellent knowledge great visit and care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/6/2025
I've been a patient at this office 25 years. Very satisfied thank you
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/6/2025
Fast, thorough
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/6/2025
My first visit with this doctor and assistant, very satisfied with both.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/29/2025
I have seen this provider for almost 25 years. I really like her. She listens and gives good advice
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/27/2025
Dr. Watson is very knowledgable and personable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2025
She was wonderful. She was honest and gave me more information than anyone in my past
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/21/2025
Communicates well. Provided information I needed to know for follow up.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/14/2025
Very Professional & A Great Sense Of Humor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/14/2025
I was very anxious about my appointment because I've been taken off my Estrogen for my knee surgery. The doctor was understanding and took her time with my exam and made me feel comfortable. She was amazing. I really appreciate her.!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/13/2025
Dr. Watson is exceptional in her knowledge, empathy, and care. She is one of the few doctors I trust completely to provide the best, most up to date care enriched by her extensive experience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/13/2025
Provider was great. Thought she was caring and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/6/2025
Dr. Watson
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/29/2025
My visit had the fastest wait time of any doctors visit I've had. Everyone was helpful and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/24/2025
Dr. Watson is wonderful. She has always been willing to discuss treatment options and answer thoroughly each question I asked.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/22/2025
Need more like her
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/22/2025
Dr. Watson is always pleasant, knowledgeable and reassuring. I've been seeing her for a very long time and it's nice to have that long relationship with a provider who knows your health history really well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/18/2025
Dr Watson is a great medical professional. I have recommended her to several of my friends. She cares about her patients and makes sure they are informed of additional recommended teats to help maintain excellent health.
- 1 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2025
Provider 2 to have a chip on her shoulder. Had an attitude of ""I'm right and you're wrong"". Rude.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/15/2025
Dr. Watson is wonderful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2025
I absolutely LOVE Dr Watson. She is incredibly knowledgeable and helpful to post-menopause patients. It is clear in her care that she is committed to patients heal care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/9/2025
The best gynecologist ever
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/4/2025
Very caring, listened well and I appreciate her expertise!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/18/2025
Dr Watson is truly the best and I'm so glad that I started to see her. She listens intently and I appreciate the time she takes to truly consider and explain responses to my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2025
She's the best with the best bedside manners.Listens to pt' concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/4/2025
Very good. Listen to me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/31/2025
Margot Watson was personable, patient and listened to my questions and explained with care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2025
Provider was pleasant and informative!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2025
I have been Dr Watson's patient for many years. She is an excellent physician and I'm glad to see her back at the office!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/28/2025
Kind, on time , professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2025
Understood issues and my concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2025
She was both thorough & helpful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2025
Thoughtful, helpful and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2025
Dr Watson is very kind, reassuring, and thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/14/2025
I was in the office early and seen about 40 mining after checking in. I was informed that there was a delay by Dr after I asked at the receptionist.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/14/2025
Dr. Watson is an excellent ob/gyn in my opinion. She listened to my issues, answered all my questions and gave common sense responses.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/7/2025
Love Dr. Watson, she is always kind and patient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/3/2025
Best gyn I have seen by far. She is very easy to talk to.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/3/2025
Everyone was professional and helpful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/3/2025
This was my first visit to a gynecologist since we moved to Maryland from Florida. Dr. Watson listened to what I had to say and was able to answer all my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/1/2025
She is wonderful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/1/2025
My provider was pleasant, professional, knowledgeable and implemented an appropriate plan for my medical needs.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/23/2025
She was excellent in every way you want your doctor to be-- Professional, intelligent, and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/19/2025
Dr. Watson is a kind and caring doctor. I've been going to her for years
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/18/2025
Excellent advice and very empathetic.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/12/2025
This was my first visit with Dr. Watson and she was great! I was nervous about seeing a new doctor after having the same OBGYN doctor for over 35 years, but she was easy to talk to and clearly provided lots of information about my health and what to do to stay healthy at my age. I would definitely recommend her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/12/2025
I love Dr Watson!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/11/2025
EXCELLENT NO COMPLAINTS VERY INFORMATIVE FELT LIKE A HUMAN BEING NOT CATTLE SPENT TIME WITH ME AND ANSWERED MY QUESTIONSLOVE MY GYN DR. WATSON
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/11/2025
I always feel in the best of hands with Dr. Margot Watson.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/10/2025
Dr. Watson is a very kind competent physician who makes you feel at ease as soon as she enters the room
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/9/2025
Margot E Watson
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/5/2025
Dr Watson is an excellent and caring physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/5/2025
Thorough
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/3/2025
Super knowledgeable and efficient. I am in good hands. Not the warmest person but thatsok.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/2/2025
I wish Dr Watson still practiced out of the eldersburg office.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/29/2025
She's very very good and cares about lot
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/28/2025
Dr. Watson is one of my favorite doctors. She's understanding, knowledgeable, and does her exams well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/27/2025
Always attentive and patient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/20/2025
DR WATSON WAS VERY GOOD AND SHE CAME VERY HIGHLY RECOMENDED . MY ONLY WAS I REALLY THOUGHT SOMEONE WOULD HAVE CALLED ME BACK AND GIVE ME RESULTS BECAUSR 1 IHAVE NOT BEEN THER IN YEARS AND 2 I CAME IN WITH AN ISSUE I NEVER HAD BEFORE.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/14/2025
Dr. Watson is kind, caring, very professional and knowledgeable and she is a good listener.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/8/2025
Margot Watson is the best I will continue to go to her until she retires. I've been going to her for least 10 yrs or more she's never failed me .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/7/2025
Outstanding care excellent knowledge we talked about my health and any reports I needed to know.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/1/2025
Very good visit. Provider displayed patience and understanding. Good communicator.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/1/2025
Dr. Watson was thorough, professional, and responded to my needs in a caring way.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/30/2025
Dr Watson is a great doctor ! She is honest and caring