Watson Clinic South will host their event on May 13.
Click here to schedule your skin evaluation appointment at this location or call
863-802-6220.
Representatives Available in May to Answer Insurance Questions
Patients eligible to enroll in a new health insurance policy or who have questions about their current plan can obtain answers from representatives of
Humana and
UnitedHealthcare throughout the month of May between
9 am and
3 pm at multiple Watson Clinic locations.
To learn the dates and locations that these representatives will be available to assist you,
visit our website.
Sports Physical Day in June
Watson Clinic's
Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine department has scheduled their annual
Sports Physicals Day on
Saturday,
June 10 between the hours of
8 am and
12 pm. The event provides examinations to high school athletes FREE of charge.
For more information on this event and the exact time frames for each participating school,
visit our website or call
863-680-7373.
Inside Watson Clinic's Sleep Disorders Clinic
Over 70 million Americans suffer from some sort of sleep deprivation and this can negatively diminish quality of life.
Our board-certified sleep medicine specialists can diagnose and treat a variety of sleep-related disorders.
Click here to read more about Watson Clinic's
Sleep Disorders Center or contact your primary care provider at 863-680-7190 for a referral today!
Cancer Center Issues Annual Report
Watson Clinic Cancer & Research Center just published their latest annual report, which contains crucial data on community cancer trends and a recap of our team's recent accomplishments.
The 36-page report features opening addresses from
Drs. Luis Franco and
Shalini Mulaparthi, moving patient testimonials, highlights from various outreach efforts and individual research studies.
The
21st annual National Cancers Registrars Week took place April 10-14 and provided an opportunity to celebrate an essential group of health specialists.
Our
cancer registrars work to collect data related to our cancer program, track community trends and pave the way for more effective treatments in the future. Collectively, their efforts expand
Watson Clinic Cancer & Research Center's dedication to fighting cancer in our community.
Relay for Life Events Inspire Clinic Support
Watson Clinic has long been a proud supporter of the
Relay for Life, a series of events across the nation that serve as a fundraiser for the American Cancer Society.
On April 7, we joined hundreds of supporters at Lake Mirror in Lakeland. Those efforts continued on April 21-22 from Mulberry High School and again on April 28 from Bartow High School.
In addition to providing financial support and educational materials, Watson Clinic's team members joined the community walk to end cancer in our lifetime and honor those who have battled the disease.
Lab Professionals in The Spotlight
Every year,
National Medical Laboratory Professionals Week gives Watson Clinic an opportunity to single out the exceptional contributions of our laboratory staff.
These team members are responsible for processing over 3.5 million tests a year in areas such as chemistry, hematology, histology, microbiology and serology.
During the week of April 23, we honored the staff at all nine Watson Clinic laboratories for their meaningful services to our family of patients. To view photos from the celebration,
click here.
Foundation Supports Program for Underprivileged Youth
Two sporting worlds came together recently as retired Detroit Tigers legend Willie Horton hosted his 3rd Annual Celebrity Bowl fundraising event from the Orange Bowl Lanes in north Lakeland.
The Watson Clinic Foundation was proud to sponsor this event, which helps to fund programs that support our area's underserved youth. CEO and Chairman of the FoundationDr. Louis Saco opened the festivities by speaking about the Foundation's impact within the community and our proud ties with the Tigers organization.
This baseball season, Watson Clinic is thrilled to continue our role as the
official medical provider for the
Detroit Tigers Florida Operations and the
Lakeland Flying Tigers.
Clinic Partners With Lakeland Futbol Club
Watson Clinic is proud to announce an exclusive partnership with Lakeland Futbol Club (LFC), one of the largest youth soccer organizations in Florida.
For more information on Ms. Stewart, please
click here, or call
863-680-7486 to schedule an appointment.
Team Members Celebrate Retirement
Joyce Thornberry started working at Watson Clinic in 1987. Over the past thirty years, she's served the wellness needs of patients across multiple departments, including
Internal Medicine,
Cardiology and working alongside
Dr. Marian F. Ceniza in
Rheumatology.
Joyce was beloved for her dry sense of humor, her dedication to her patients and her attention to detail.
We wish her much luck and joy during her retirement!
Lisle Townson (right of Dr. Bevis) began her career with Watson Clinic in 1964 as a phlebotomist in our lab. She left for six years and returned as an LPN in the
Internal Medicine practice of
Dr. Robert Bevis.
Lisle is remembered as the ultimate professional in both appearance and demeanor.
We wish her great success in her retirement!
Healthy News You Can Use
A Family Guide to Sunscreens
If your idea of family fun is spending time outdoors, then it's important to protect the whole gang from the sun's damaging ultraviolet (UV) rays.
Visit our website to learn more about what to look for in a sunscreen and how often to apply it.
Mad About Melons
With summer fast approaching, so is melon season.
Besides tasting good, melons are good for you. They are rich in vitamin C, which helps boost the immune system.
To truly enjoy these fruits,
click here to find out how to select the ripest melons.
Register Now for Alert Polk
For hurricane updates, gas leak warnings, critical law enforcement notices and other emergencies, Polk County now offers
Alert Polk, part of the State of Florida's critical communications system.
Alert Polk is a free service. To register visit
Alert Polk.
Bella Vista Spa Specials
Celebrating Moms
In honor of Mother's Day, the Bella Vista Spa is offering discounts on gift card purchases, facial treatments, as well as skin care and makeup products.
Visit the Bella Vista Spa for more details or to make an appointment, call
863-904-6250.
Spa's Mommy Skin Rescue Package Special
The Bella Vista Spa's Mommy Skin Rescue Package includes products that are perfect for stressed-out skin and safe and effective while pregnant or nursing.
The package includes six ZO® Skin Health products as well as the Mommy Skin Rescue Facial and a skin care consultation with a Bella Vista Spa esthetician - $125 in savings.
For more information click here or to make
an appointment today, call 863-904-6250.
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.
