About
Matt Watto, MD is a board-certified internist with over 15 years of experience caring for adults in primary care and hospital settings. He earned his BS in Human Physiology and his MD from Boston University, then completed his internal medicine residency at Temple University Hospital. He previously practiced at Abington-Jefferson Internal Medicine Primary Care before joining LSR Wellness at the Lafayette Hill office.
S. Air Force physician and clinician educator, reaching the rank of Major. He also built a national reputation as an award-winning medical educator, former academic faculty member, and national speaker on evidence-based medicine. He founded and co-hosts The Curbsiders, a weekly internal medicine podcast that uses expert interviews to deliver clinical insights across more than 500 episodes. His Lafayette Hill practice focuses on preventive care, wellness, and longevity.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Boston University, BS in Human Physiology
Medical School
Boston University School of Medicine, MD
Residency
Internal Medicine Residency, Temple University Hospital
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Watto right for?
Dr. Watto is a strong fit for adults who want a primary care physician with deep clinical expertise and a preventive focus. Patients interested in longevity, wellness, and evidence-based medicine benefit from his approach. Those managing chronic conditions find value in his 15-plus years of internal medicine experience. His background as a clinician educator means he takes time to explain the reasoning behind treatment decisions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Watto specializes in internal medicine and preventive medicine. His clinical focus at the Lafayette Hill office centers on wellness, longevity, and evidence-based primary care. He has over 15 years of experience caring for adults in both primary care and hospital settings.
Yes, Dr. Watto holds board certification in internal medicine. He earned his MD from Boston University and completed his residency at Temple University Hospital.
Dr. Watto earned his BS in Human Physiology and his MD from Boston University. He completed his internal medicine residency at Temple University Hospital.
The Curbsiders is a weekly internal medicine podcast that Dr. Watto founded and co-hosts. The show uses expert interviews to deliver clinical insights and has produced more than 500 episodes. It has earned Dr. Watto recognition as an award-winning medical educator and national speaker.
S. Air Force physician and clinician educator. He reached the rank of Major during his service.
Dr. Watto sees adult patients at the Lafayette Hill location. He focuses on preventive care, chronic disease management, and wellness. Patients interested in longevity and evidence-based approaches to health tend to connect well with his clinical style.
Dr. Watto practices at the LSR Wellness Lafayette Hill office, which serves the Plymouth-Whitemarsh area and surrounding communities.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026