With the new year, we are pleased to have board-certified
urologistGaines W. Hammond, Jr. MD, FACS, join Watson Clinic at our
Main location. Dr. Hammond is accepting appointments and referrals now at
863-680-7300.
As we continue to recruit additional urologists, female patients with bladder disorders can also see any of our
OB-GYN specialists at three convenient locations:
Watson Clinic Bella Vista Building,
Highlands and our new
Bartow Gynecology facility. Please call
863-680-7243 for our OB-GYN department.
Additional Specialists Accepting Appointments at New Location
Additional providers are expected to begin rotations at this location soon in an effort to add greater convenience for patients.
To schedule an appointment at our Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine center, please call
863-680-7700.
Bartow Gynecology Celebrates Grand Opening
The Bartow community came out in support of our newest facility during a special open house and ribbon cutting ceremony. Attendees were able to tour the new location and meet members of the care team.
To view photos from the event, please
click here or to schedule an appointment at our Bartow Gynecology location, please call
863-680-7243.
Arts in Medicine Program Spreads Holiday Joy
Research has shown that one of the benefits of music is its ability to reduce some of the side effects of cancer therapy. The
Arts in Medicine Program, a department of the
Watson Clinic Foundation, arranged several musical performances at the
Cancer & Research Center during the month of December.
To volunteer your time and talents to this program, please call
863-603-4718 .
Long-Time Staffer Recalls 47 Years of Watson Clinic History
Registered medical assistant, Kathy Smoot recalls her beginnings at
Watson Clinic in February of 1969 to present day where she works alongside
Dr. Jack Thigpen in the
General Surgery department.
For an appointment with any of these providers, please call
863-603-4770.
Click here to learn more about Ms. Pavao.
Physician Retirement
Physician Retires After 21 Years
Dr. Grazyna Jakubicz started her
Internal Medicine practice at our
South location on September 7, 1995. Over 21 years later, she's bidding farewell to her beloved patients and co-workers to begin her retirement.
Friends and colleagues gathered to show their appreciation and share their best wishes for her years of exceptional service.
Healthy News You Can Use
Cutting Back on Added Sugar
Added sugars can be part of a nutritious diet. However, they should be limited to less than 10 percent of your daily calories. Following this guideline can help reduce your risk of obesity and certain chronic diseases.
Added sugars are the kinds of sweeteners added to processed foods. They are listed on packaged food labels with words ending in 'ose' like fructose or dextrose, as well as syrup and cane sugar.
To learn how to help cut back on these sweet additives,
visit our website.
Zika and Pregnancy: What You Should Know
For women who are pregnant or thinking about getting pregnant, there's no such thing as a simple mosquito bite. This is because an infected mosquito can carry the Zika virus.
The most tragic aspect of Zika is that an infected pregnant woman can pass the virus to her unborn child, resulting in serious birth defects.
If you think you've been exposed or you are thinking about getting pregnant,visit our website to learn more.
The Ears Have It
Earwax - what doctors call cerumen - helps to protect your ears. It prevents dust, bacteria and other germs from entering and damaging them. Earwax also keeps the delicate skin in your ear canal from getting irritated if water gets into it.
Keeping good health on the menu can transform a meal into a seasonal delight. A number of fresh reds and greens in your produce aisles are waiting to star in your winter meals.
Of course, you don't have to stop there. Frozen fruits and veggies are just as nutritious as fresh - if you skip those with added sugar, fat or salt.
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.
