Charles DeWitt Watts
American surgeon and civil rights activist
| Name | Charles DeWitt Watts |
| Birth name | |
| Birth date | August 20, 1917 |
| Birth place | Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. |
| Death date | July 12, 2004 |
| Death place | Durham, North Carolina, U.S. |
| Alma mater | |
| Occupation | Surgeon, civil rights activist |
| Years active | |
| Organization | |
| Known for | First African-American surgeon certified by a surgical specialty board in North Carolina |
| Notable works | |
| Spouse(s) | |
| Website | |
Charles DeWitt Watts (August 20, 1917 – July 12, 2004) was an American surgeon and civil rights activist. He was the first African-American surgeon in North Carolina to be certified by a surgical specialty board. Watts played a significant role in improving healthcare for African-Americans in Durham, North Carolina, and was instrumental in the establishment of the Lincoln Community Health Center.
Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]
Charles DeWitt Watts was born on August 20, 1917, in Atlanta, Georgia. He attended Morehouse College, where he earned his undergraduate degree. He then went on to receive his medical degree from Howard University College of Medicine.
Career[edit | edit source]
After completing his medical education, Watts moved to Durham, North Carolina, where he began his surgical practice. He became the first African-American surgeon in North Carolina to be certified by a surgical specialty board. Watts was a pioneer in advocating for equal healthcare access and worked tirelessly to improve medical facilities and services for African-Americans in Durham.
Civil Rights Activism[edit | edit source]
Watts was deeply involved in the civil rights movement. He worked alongside other activists to desegregate hospitals and medical facilities in North Carolina. His efforts were crucial in the establishment of the Lincoln Community Health Center, which provided much-needed medical services to the African-American community in Durham.
Legacy[edit | edit source]
Charles DeWitt Watts left a lasting impact on the medical community and the civil rights movement. His dedication to improving healthcare for African-Americans and his role in desegregating medical facilities have been widely recognized. Watts' work paved the way for future generations of African-American medical professionals.
Personal Life[edit | edit source]
Watts was married and had children. He passed away on July 12, 2004, in Durham, North Carolina.
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