Patients have been enthusiastic about the new patient portal called MyChart at Watson Clinic LLP. From the comfort of your own home or smart phone, you can private message your doctor's office, access your health record and much more.
We've assembled a series of helpful hints based on our patients' most frequently asked questions regarding the portal, as well as an instructional video hosted by Watson Clinic CEO, Dr. Louis Saco. You can view these informative materials and sign up in a few easy steps from our patient portal page.
South Pediatricians Welcome Walk-ins
Pediatricians at our
Watson Clinic South location now offer walk-in visits for established pediatric patients as of
September 1, 2017.
For minor illnesses or injuries requiring immediate attention, these patients will not need an appointment between the hours of
7:30 am - 4 pm Monday through Friday.
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.
To learn the dates and times that these representatives will be available to assist you,
visit our website.
Flu Clinics Open this Month
Our Flu Clinics will be open to patients starting
Wednesday, September 6. For patients 65 years of age and older, the clinic will also offer the high dose flu vaccine, as well as both forms of the pneumonia vaccine - Prevnar and Pneumovax.
Please consult your Watson Clinic physician or call the Flu Clinic at
863-680-7358 with any questions.
Click here for dates and times of all flu clinics at various Watson Clinic locations.
Breast Health Services Earns Prestigious Re-Accreditation
The Watson Clinic Breast Health Services division has been awarded a full 3-year re-accreditation from the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC).
Watson Clinic is only one of 24 facilities in Florida to receive this recognition. Patients receiving care at an NAPBC-accredited center have access to comprehensive care, highly advanced services, clinical trials and new treatment options. To learn more,
visit our website.
Breast Cancer & Women's Health Event Debuts in October
The
Watson Clinic Foundation is pleased to announce an October 6 event devoted to breast cancer education and community empowerment. The
Healthy in Pink Social will spotlight community cancer organizations, vendors and insights from medical experts.
The emcee for this event is 97 Country radio host, Jeni Taylor. Please RSVP by calling
863-802-6220 or online at
www.WatsonClinic.com/PINK.
Retirement Celebration
Gynecologist Retires After 45 Years
After 45 years of service to the community, Watson Clinic
gynecologistDr. Ralph Jennings marked his retirement with colleagues, family and friends during a special ceremony in our
Main Clinic library on Friday, July 28, 2017.
To view our Facebook photo album of the event,
click here.
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.
For more information on Ms. Bayshore, please
click here.
Healthy News You Can Use
How to Choose Healthy Fats
A little dietary fat is essential for good health. T
he good fats help improve cholesterol levels. However, the bad fats raise LDL blood cholesterol which increase your risk for heart disease and stroke.
To help keep your diet healthy,
visit our website for a list of foods containing these good and bad fats.
Warning Signs of Breast Cancer
A lump or mass in the breast is the most common symptom of breast cancer, but it's not the only one. It's best to find breast cancer early and important to know all the possible signs and symptoms of the disease. Visit our website for a list of these warning signs.
Watson Clinic provides the latest 3D mammography technology at both our Women's Center and Highlands locations. To schedule your next mammogram, call 863-680-7755, option 3.
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Keeping an Eye on Prostate Cancer
Every year more than 160,000 men in the U.S. are diagnosed with prostate cancer. For those whose disease is caught early, the choice of immediate treatment or a process called active surveillance offers alternatives, which should be discussed with your doctor.
To learn more about the pros and cons of these choices, visit our website.
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.
