About
John W. Watford, MD is a board-certified internist who founded his Naples concierge practice in February 2022. He grew up largely in Alabama and Florida and earned his undergraduate degree in Biomedical Sciences with Honors at Auburn University. There, he founded the first inpatient shadowing program for health sciences students and joined as a charter member of the Auburn University Honors College. He earned his medical degree at the University of South Alabama in 2003. His post-graduate training included an internship in General Surgery at Carraway Methodist Medical Center in Birmingham and an internship in Internal Medicine at Providence St. Vincent Medical Center in Portland, Oregon.
Dr. Watford achieved board certification in Internal Medicine through the American Board of Internal Medicine in 2007 and recertified in 2017. He holds a license from the Florida Board of Medicine. Before opening his practice, he joined the staff at Naples Community Hospital after settling in Naples with his family in 2020. He maintains staff privileges at two local hospital systems to access patient records and supports hospitalist-led inpatient teams when patients require hospitalization. Curiosity drives his approach to medicine. He draws on guidelines from organizations including the ACP, ABIM, IDSA, CDC, ACC, and Cochrane Library to stay current. His aim is straightforward: to build patient-doctor relationships measured by health and well-being over time.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Auburn University, BS Biomedical Sciences, Honors
Medical School
University of South Alabama, MD, 2003
Additional Training
Internship in General Surgery, Carraway Methodist Medical Center, Birmingham, AL; Internship in Internal Medicine, Providence St. Vincent Medical Center, Portland, OR
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Watford right for?
Dr. Watford is a strong fit for adults who want a long-term relationship with a board-certified internist. Patients managing chronic conditions benefit from his thorough, evidence-based clinical approach. His low visit count allows time for careful coordination and follow-up. Patients who value unhurried, comprehensive appointments will appreciate the two-hour new patient visit. Those who need specialist referrals or care coordination across multiple providers will find his approach well-suited to their needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Watford treats a wide range of adult medical conditions as a board-certified internist. His practice covers preventive care, chronic disease management, and acute concerns. He also coordinates care with specialists and manages referrals when patients need additional expertise.
Yes, Dr. Watford holds board certification in Internal Medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He first achieved certification in 2007 and recertified in 2017. He also holds a license from the Florida Board of Medicine.
Dr. Watford earned his medical degree at the University of South Alabama in 2003. His undergraduate degree in Biomedical Sciences with Honors came from Auburn University. He completed an internship in General Surgery at Carraway Methodist Medical Center in Birmingham and an internship in Internal Medicine at Providence St. Vincent Medical Center in Portland, Oregon.
Curiosity and evidence-based medicine guide Dr. Watford's clinical practice. He draws on guidelines from organizations including the ACP, ABIM, IDSA, CDC, ACC, and Cochrane Library. His goal is to build genuine, long-term relationships with patients measured by health and well-being over time.
Yes, Dr. Watford maintains staff privileges at two local hospital systems in Naples. This gives him access to patient records when hospitalization occurs. He also supports hospitalist-led inpatient teams when his patients require hospital-level care.
Every new patient begins with a two-hour appointment. Dr. Watford uses that time to compile a full medical history and complete a physical exam. This extended first visit helps him understand each patient's health comprehensively before building a care plan.
Dr. Watford actively references guidelines from the ACP, ABIM, IDSA, CDC, ACC, and Cochrane Library. He treats ongoing learning as central to his clinical approach. His curiosity-driven method ensures his recommendations reflect current evidence.
Dr. Watford sees adult patients across a broad range of health needs. He works well with patients managing chronic conditions, those seeking thorough preventive care, and individuals who want a physician who knows their full medical history. His practice suits adults looking for a long-term primary care relationship.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026