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Valerie Watts, MSN, APRN, FNP-C

Valerie Watts, MSN, APRN, FNP-C

Family Medicine, Primary Care

accepting new patients

Meritas Health

Locations

Meritas Health Platte City

2600 Running Horse Rd.
PO Box 980
Platte City, MO 64079

View hours
Monday
9:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday
9:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday
9:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday
9:00am - 5:00pm
Friday
9:00am - 5:00pm
Meritas Health Platte City

About Me

Biography

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family, baking, cooking and traveling.

Care Philosophy

I strive to create an atmosphere that supports a trusting, compassionate and strong provider-patient relationship, where each patient has a voice in the plan of care. Taking time to educate and ensuring that patients are informed of their diagnoses is vital for their decision-making and continued success in achieving their wellness goals.

Area of Interest

I have a special interest in preventive medicine, pediatrics and sports medicine.

Teaching and Professional Positions

  • 2021-2023: Department of Defense Education Activity, Camp Humphreys, South Korea, School Nurse
  • 2019-2021: Loyal Source Government Services, El Paso, TX, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 2015-2019: Leavenworth Lansing Family Health Clinic, Family Nurse Practitioner
  • 2009-2010: U.S. Army, Registered Nurse

Professional Memberships

  • American Association of Nurse Practitioners
  • International Council of Nurses
  • International Nurses Association
  • Oncology Nursing Society
  • Sigma Theta Tau Nursing Society
     

Honors, Awards etc.

  • Recognized with an 800 Award for 2025 by Reputation.com
  • Sigma Theta Tau National Honor Society

     

Education

Graduate School:
Maryville University (2014)

Board Certifications

Family Nurse Practitioner, American Academy of Nurse Practitioners

Provider Ratings

5 out of 5

(29 ratings)

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

29 Reviews

05/28/2025

Valerie Watts is top notch. She makes you feel as if she really cares about you, explains things, answers your questions. I have total confidence with her recommendations and decisions. I would recommend her to anyone. She is professional but very earthy. She makes you feel you are a friend and not just a patient relationship.

05/23/2025

Very thorough! Great listener! Genuine caring! Smart informed healthcare Professional!

05/22/2025

Valerie Watts is a delight. She is so kind and considerate. Big thank you to her!!

05/20/2025

Dr. Watts Has Patience, Very Good Listener and Does Not Rush You Thru Your Appointment, She Is Very Attentive To Your Needs And Gets Business Done, Highly Recommend Her

05/08/2025

Very Informative listens to all your needs and make sure that you are good to go. We’ll run test on you to make sure that nothing is wrong with. You would definitely recommend her if you are looking for a doctor.

03/31/2025

Valerie…is always friendly, courteous, kind, and knowledgeable about things concerning my health.

03/26/2025

I’ve had a great experience every visit. Everyone is super nice and helpful. It’s a very clean establishment. Valerie has been my dr each time and makes you feel super comfortable and she is very informative. She’s also super nice and easy to talk to and makes each appointment stress free. Highly recommend her. I actually look forward to my check ups now lol.

03/25/2025

Absolutely the friendliest office. They get to know their patients. Valerie is our absolute favorite. She is very understanding and attentive. Definitely recommend.

02/14/2025

Amazing. They care.

02/11/2025

Valerie is so very caring and spends all the time you need. Never rushed she explains everything and why she is doing things I really can not say enough good things about this lady. Thank you Valerie for being there

02/07/2025

Valerie was awesome. She immediately took care of an urgent concern. And reviewed my history and ordered blood work. She is the best Dr. Thank you very much Valerie.

02/06/2025

We had a mix up scheduling my wellness exam. Valerie took care of me and was so great to work with. Got me in and through the appointment fast while still answering all my questions. Appreciate how great you and the team were despite the icy weather. Definitely recommend Valerie and the Platte City Meritas team.

01/16/2025

She was very helpful, I needed new ideas, refreshing look at my meds.

01/13/2025

I feel like Valerie hears me. Whenever I come in with a concern, no matter how small, she finds a way to address it.

01/08/2025

Valerie Watts, determined the issue quickly. She then made several good recommendations that one could do at home beyond the meds she prescribed. Finally, and most importantly took the time to really understand the issue and clearly communicate.

12/19/2024

Valerie is absolutely wonderful!!!

12/06/2024

Great provider

11/15/2024

Valerie's very professional. She popped into the exam room to say I'm sorry for the wait I'm trying to get somebody to the hospital. This shows me that she really cares about her patients.

10/30/2024

Listened and was helpful with medication plan.

10/23/2024

I felt I was in good hands when I was seen by Valerie Watts. She explained everything and other than seeing my primary doctor, Russell Yocum, she did a wonderful job and instilled my trust in her, and the job everyone does here at this doctors office.

09/30/2024

Valarie really took the time and listened to my concerns and helped ease my worry! So thankful for her and her Medical Assistant!

09/06/2024

Never left an appointment feeling so heard and ready to find answers like I did after seeing Valarie for the first time. Very happy

08/08/2024

Very welcoming

08/07/2024

Valerie Watts is excellent this was my first visit. She sit and listened to me and did a great job

07/18/2024

I was a first time patient and had a wonderful experience.

07/11/2024

Valerie is wonderful. She thorough and very knowledgeable. She takes the time to listen to my questions and concerns. She addresses these issues, orders appropriate diagnostic tests, then takes the time to inform me of the results. I trust her as my health care provider.

07/09/2024

I appreciate all the help I had received took extra good care of my needs and listened to my problems very helpful thank you so much I will definitely recommend

07/08/2024

Valerie Watts is absolutely amazing. She listens and hears what your concerns and issues. She does not rush through your visit. She does not prescribe unnecessary test or throw medication at you. I feel very comfortable discussing anything with her. I highly recommend her. I won't see anyone else. Her nurse Amy is also great.

07/01/2024

Alway quick and helpful. Determined an issue I had for the last 10 years in a few minutes.
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