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Clinic News


New Issue of Health Scene Now Available!

The latest issue of our in-house magazine - HealthScene - is now available. Readers can enjoy articles related to women's health, skincare, diabetes, sleep apnea and much more. 

Click here if you would like to receive your free copy at home.


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Building a Healthier Bartow

Watson Clinic has been honored to serve the medical needs of our beloved patients in Bartow for over 30 years. Their families have become an essential part of our family.

That's why we've expanded our offerings to better assist Bartow patients of all ages in their quest to achieve and maintain their wellness goals.

Click here for a complete list of specialties and locations convenient to our Bartow patients.


Nurse Clinic at Watson Clinic Highlands is Now Open

Now located at both Watson Clinic Main and Highlands locations, the Nurse Clinic is run by highly trained Registered Nurses. This clinic provides critical care experience in maintenance injections, infusions and other various procedures. 

Click here to learn more.


Watson Clinic Foundation Presents Scholarship

During the graduation ceremony for Traviss Technical College of Health Sciences, a scholarship was presented to  practical nursing (PN) student Maria Stoilkov on behalf of our Watson Clinic Foundation.

Arts in Medicine: Painting with a Purpose!

Please come out and join in the fun with Painting with a Purpose on Saturday, February 9, 2019 from 1 to 3 pm. This is a unique, fun, and CREATIVE way to support the Watson Clinic Foundation Arts in Medicine Program! Pricing is $35 per person! 50% of the proceeds are donated to the program.

To register for this event, please click here or call 863-603-4718.
 
New Provider

Kristin Riley, PA, is a physician assistant working alongside board-certified Internal Medicine specialists, Leslie Coello Echeverry, MD and Cindy Kelly, DO at our Watson Clinic Plant City location.

For more information about Ms. Riley, visit our website.
Retirement Celebration

Dr. Thomas Oates Retires after 41 Years.

Dr. Thomas Oates joined friends, family and colleagues during a special ceremony marking his retirement after 41 years of service to the community. 

During the event, Managing Partner Dr. Steven Achinger presented Dr. Oates with a trophy in recognition of his long and rewarding career.

Dr. Oates also contacted his very first patient to give him $41 - a dollar for every year that he saw Dr. Oates.

To view photos of the event, click here.
Healthy News You Can Use

Fight Cancer Early: Securing a Healthy Future

It's likely that almost every one of us has known someone who's been touched by cancer. However, it's never too early to practice healthy habits for a lifetime of wellness.

Visit our website for six steps to lessen your child's future risks of this disease.

Good for Your Body and Soul

If you visit a gym, you may want to reconsider. Research suggests that outdoor exercise delivers health benefits that can't be duplicated indoors. 

To learn more about these benefits, visit our website.



Live Well with Rheumatoid Arthritis

If you are one of the 1.5 million people in the U.S. living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), your immune system is mistakenly attacking your joints - usually many of them at once. That can make your joints painful, still and swollen.

Visit our website for steps to help you better manage RA every day.


Vaping: Your Questions Answered

The use of e-cigarettes, or vaping, has become a common alternative to smoking traditional tobacco. Because its long-term health effects are not yet fully known, multiple studies have contributed to how vaping compares to smoking regular tobacco.

For common questions about vaping, visit our website.
 Specials

Skin Enhancement Special this Month

Broadband Light therapies, BBL™ for short, can eliminate those brown spots, scars, fine lines and other blemishes which is why Watson Clinic Women's Center, nurse practitioner, D.J. Alleva Nelson, APRN  is pleased to offer discounts on BBL™ throughout February.

To find out about this special, visit our website and to schedule an appointment at the Women's Center, please call 863-680-7676.
Save Big on Microneedling this Month

Kathi R. Brown, APRN, a Facial Plastic Surgery/ENT certified nurse practitioner who works alongside Dr. Pranay Patel and Dr. Serge Jean from our Watson Clinic Bella Vista Building and Highlands location is proud to offer a discount on microneedling throughout the month of February.

For details on this special, visit our website. To schedule an appointment with Ms. Brown, please call 863-802-6557.
Fall in Love with this Month's Special

Watson Clinic Facial Plastic Surgeon Dr. Pranay Patel is pleased to offer a generous facial filler discount throughout February.

For details on this special, visit our website and to schedule an appointment, please call 863-904-6231.

Medical Spa at Watson Clinic Specials:

Love this Month

Special Introductory Pricing for New Clients: 60-Minute Massage or Customized Facial for $59.99!  (Valued at $85)

Buy any two ZO ® Full Size Correct or Prevent products & receive Getting Ready Skin Products FREE.  (while supplies last)

Buy 2 GloMinerals®, Get 1 FREE. ( Equal or lesser value)

Buy any 2 SkinCeuticals Full Size Correct or Prevent Products & Receive Travel Size Hydrator FREE.  (While supplies last)

Don't forget our Gift Card Specials for Medical Spa Bucks. 

Don't miss our  ZO® event coming up on Thursday, February 21, 2019 from 9 am - 1 pm at our Bella Vista Building. $75 non-refundable fee that will go toward any purchase of $75 or more during the event.

Visit our website for details on these specials or call 863-904-6204 to schedule an appointment.
Events
  1. Do You Have Insurance Questions? - February
    • February 4 - 27, 2019 
    • Humana: 9 am - 1 pm at various Watson Clinic locations
    • UnitedHealthcare - 9 am - 3 pm at various Watson Clinic locations
  2.  Dr. Zappia's FREE Seminar: Heartburn No More, Putting the Fire Out!
    • Thursday, February 21, 2019 at 6 pm
    • RSVP: 863-607-3639
  3. Tools to Quit - No ifs, ands or butts!
    • Friday, February 22, 2019 from 3 -5 pm
    • RSVP: 863-904-2656
Learn more about these events and many others online at
www.WatsonClinic.com/Events 
About Us

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.

More information is available at  www.WatsonClinic.com.