Neurology
Ray Watts, MD
Charles S. Ackerman Endowed Professor in Parkinson’s Disease, Department of Neurology, UAB Heersink School of Medicine
Dr. Ray L. Watts is a distinguished neurologist specializing in movement disorders, particularly Parkinson’s disease and related neurodegenerative conditions. He treats adult patients with complex, often treatment-resistant cases, employing advanced techniques such as deep brain stimulation (DBS), botulinum toxin injections for dystonia and other movement disorders, and comprehensive therapeutics for symptom management. As a clinician at the UAB Kirklin Clinic and Senior Scientist at
19+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Neurology (ABPN)
Education & Training
- Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine — M.D. (1980)
- University of Alabama at Birmingham — B.S., Biomedical and Electrical Engineering (1976)
- Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital — Neurology Residency, Medical Internship, and Clinical Fellowships
- National Institutes of Health — Medical Staff Fellowship (2 years)
Peer Recognition
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2002-2026 (25 years)
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- UAB Heersink School of Medicine
- University of Alabama at Birmingham
Languages
English
Experience
19+ years in practice