We are deeply saddened to announce the recent passing of one of our most treasured physicians, Watson Clinic BartowFamily Medicine specialist, Dr. Thomas McMicken.
He was an essential part of our legacy since he first joined Watson Clinic in 1986, and families across the Bartow community considered him a close and trusted friend for 50 years.
For more on Dr. McMicken's fascinating life, please click here.
Medical Insurance Plans Accepted in 2018
Many patients may experience changes to their health insurance plans as we enter 2018. Watson Clinic proudly accepts a wide range of HMO's and PPO's. We encourage all patients to review our updated list of participating insurance plansand make sure their trusted Watson Clinic primary care and specialty physicians will remain in network. If you have questions, call our Patient Relations line at 863-680-7206.
Representatives Available this Month to Answer Insurance Questions
Are you eligible to enroll in a new health insurance policy or have questions about your current plan? Get the answers you need from representatives of
UnitedHealthcare and
Humana at multiple Watson Clinic locations.
Visit our website for
the dates and times that these representatives will be available to assist you.
November is Diabetes Awareness Month
Did you know Watson Clinic's
Diabetes Education Program is recognized by the American Diabetes Association for quality self-management education?
The Clinic offers various classes as group sessions or individual appointments. To learn more,
click here or call
863-680-7376.
The Holidays are Right Around the Corner
While Watson Clinic is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day, we remain committed to operating throughout the remainder of the season.
Office hours may vary by location. Patient's are encouraged to call their doctor's office directly or
visit our website for a detailed list of closures by each location.
Community Events Honor Breast Cancer Awareness & Survivorship
Through the month of October, Watson Clinic and the
Watson Clinic Foundation continued their commitment to breast cancer awareness and survivorship with two inspirational community events.
To learn more and view our Facebook photos of each event,
click here for the Foundation's unveiling of the first
Healthy in Pink Social event and
click here to view photos of the 18
th annual
Breast Cancer Awareness Luncheon.
Clinic Specialists Assist Soccer Players on Game Day
Watson Clinic is proud to be the official sponsor of the
Lakeland Futbol Club, our area's largest youth soccer organization.
As part of our commitment to this impressive organization, members of Watson Clinic's
athletic trainers and
Sports Medicine team provide medical coverage every Saturday from 9 am - 2 pm throughout the season.
Retirement Celebration
Family Medicine Physician Retires After 22 Years
Family Medicine physician
Dr. Gustavo Grana first started with Watson Clinic in July of 1995. Throughout his career, he endeared great respect from colleagues and loyalty from his patients. He retired after 22 years of dedicated service to his community.
New Physicians & Providers
Watson Clinic is pleased to welcome the following new members to our family of specialists. These providers are now available for appointments and are accepting referrals.
Imagine the challenge of trying to breathe through a straw for minutes or hours on end. That's how breathing can feel for people who have asthma - a chronic lung disease that causes the airways to narrow making it difficult to breathe. To learn more about these symptoms,
visit our website.
Prevent a Return Trip to the Hospital
Did you know a significant percentage of people discharged from hospitals nationwide are readmitted within 30 days?
Staying healthy and avoiding a return trip to the hospital is everyone's preference and what we want for you too, but it's one we need your help to achieve. Click here to read about what steps you can take to diminish your chances of being readmitted into the hospital.
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Why You Need a Will
Experts say that everyone with anything of value should have a will - a legal document in which you say how your money, property and other assets should be distributed after you die. If you die without one, a court-appointed administrator will distribute your estate according to local laws.
As one of the largest medical clinics in the southeast,
Watson Clinic LLP provides comprehensive medical services to residents of Lakeland and surrounding communities. First established in 1941, Watson Clinic has grown to include over 200 board-certified physicians representing 40 medical and surgical specialties. Watson Clinic is proud to deliver quality healthcare to every generation from our
Main Clinic in Lakeland, 1600 Lakeland Hills Boulevard, as well as multiple convenient locations throughout Polk, Hillsborough and Pasco counties.
