About James E. Watson, DDS
"James Watson As a young man on the verge of making decisions regarding higher education and career, the advice I received from my father emphasized independence and the satisfaction that is derived from serving others. From the Chinese community in which I was raised, I was shown the value of participating in a discipline that was always developing, improving, and that offered the opportunity for continual learning. I also observed how important it was to enjoy one’s work—to find it engaging. As a Regents Scholar from UC Berkeley, I entered the UCSF School of Dentistry. After earning my Doctorate of Dental Surgery, I spent a postgraduate year interning at UCSF Moffitt Hospital. When I assumed a practice in the West Portal district of San Francisco, I felt very fortunate: I could maintain my connections with UCSF, practice dentistry, teach, and work independently in an exceptionally diverse, interesting, and beautiful city. It’s now been 30 years of a wonderful career, and one I wouldn’t trade for the world. I love the relationships built with my patients. Listening to my patients’ stories and understanding their dental needs helps me tailor choices unique to each person. Knowing that our patients will be taken care of while having a good experience is what our team strives for. My staff is the best I have ever worked with: loyal, committed, skilled, and considerate."
