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Clinic News


Electronic Statements Now Available through MyChart

Your MyChart at Watson Clinic account now features the convenience of e-statements! Here's how to set your account to receive e-statements:

1.) Visit Watson Clinic's Patient Portal, or login through the MyChart app.
2.) Click Pay My Bill.
3.) Under My Account, choose Update e-statement.

Go green and sign up today!


New Clinic Commercial Premiers

Production recently wrapped on Watson Clinic's latest commercial! Filmed at our Highlands facility, the spot will promote our primary care and ENT departments, and will feature appearances by Drs. Rony Alvarado, Jeremy Katzmann, Raam Lakhani and Pranay Patel

Click here to check it out.


Managing Partner Raising Funds for Literacy Program

Our very own Managing Partner Dr. Steven Achinger needs your support for the 2019 Annual Kiss the Pig for Literacy campaign. He's one of ten candidates raising funds to support READ Lakeland's non-profit adult literacy program. The candidate with the most funds will be announced during the 'Kiss Off' finale on April 25, during which the winner will kiss a live pig. 

Each dollar counts as one vote for Dr. Achinger. Here's how to donate:
1.) Look for donation boxes at multiple Clinic lobby locations
2.) Click here and choose Dr. Achinger
3.) Text "Achinger" to 50155 to donate via text message (standard text messaging rates may apply)

Foundation Appoints New President

Congratulations to Dr. Galina Vugman, an Oncologist-Hematologist at the Watson Clinic Cancer & Research Center, for recently being selected to serve as President of the Watson Clinic Foundation.

For more information on the Foundation and its mission, click here.


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Foundation Donates AED to Southside Baptist Church

The Watson Clinic Foundation has worked to equip organizations across our community with automated external defibrillator devices (AED). These lifesaving devices are essential to people who suffer sudden cardiac arrest.

In recent months, the Foundation donated this valuable device to the Southside Baptist Church in Lakeland. This was done in partnership with Citizen CPR, an organization that has provided lifesaving skills training to our community for well over 30 years.

National Cancer Registrars Week

The 23rd National Cancer Registrars Week (NCRW) is April 8 - 12, and the theme for 2019 is 'Capturing the Picture of Cancer.'

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.

Laser Therapy Treatment Top Rated by Consumers

diVa®, the FDA-approved laser vaginal therapy, was recently named a 2019 "Most Worth It" procedure based entirely on ratings and reviews from consumers. This ranking was announced by RealSelf, the leading online resource for cosmetic treatments.

For more information on diVa®, and to schedule an appointment with any of our OB-GYN or Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery providers who offer this service, visit our website.

Medical Spa Now Accepts Tips

The team members at the Medical Spa at Watson Clinic are now permitted to accept tips from their clients at both the Bella Vista Building and Highlands locations.

Gratuities must be in cash form.
New Provider

Michnitza Brutus, APRN, is a certified nurse practitioner working alongside board-certified Urology specialists, Dr. G. Byron Hodge and Dr. Gaines W. Hammond at Watson Clinic Main

For more information on Ms. Brutus, visit our website.

Rebecca Paffenroth, APRN, is a certified nurse practitioner working with Dermatologist Dr. Richard Moore at our Watson Clinic Dermatology at Zephyrhills location. 

Visit our website for more information on Ms. Paffenroth.
Healthy News You Can Use

Understanding Head and Neck Cancer

Cancers that afflict the head and neck region impact over 65,000 people a year in the United States. The vast majority of these patients are men who are above the age of 50. These cancers can occur in the oral cavity, pharynx, larynx, sinus cavity, salivary glands and other areas in the head and neck region.

The symptoms are often overlooked and if not detected and treated at an early stage can harbor severe implications for your long-term health.

Visit our website to learn more about the risks, prevention and treatments available.

Caregiving: Take Time for You

About 43.5 million adults in the U.S. provide unpaid care for someone with a serious health problem. When we care for an aging family member it can feel all-consuming, especially if you're trying to raise your own family and balance the demands of work at the same time. 

It's important that you not ignore your own needs. Visit our website for some tips to maintain your wellness while being a more effective caregiver to others.
 Specials

Look and Feel Rejuvenated this Spring!

Under the supervision of Otolaryngologists and Facial Plastic Surgeons Drs. Serge Jean, and Pranay Patel, nurse practitioners Kathi Brown, APRN, and Joseph Columbus, DNP, APRN, are pleased to offer specials on facial fillers including BOTOX® until April 30.

These specials are available at the Medical Spa at Watson Clinic Bella Vista Building. Visit our website for all the details or to schedule an appointment call 863-802-6557.

Medical Spa at Watson Clinic April Specials 

TEEN ACNE FACIAL
Receive a FREE travel-size 
ZO® product.

Purchase $200 in Brightening/Rozatrol/Daily Power Products and be entered to win our Easter basket of an assortment of products!

New Client Introductory Price of Only $59.99 for a 60 Minute massage or Customized Facial!  (Valued at $85. Cannot be combined with Medical Spa Bucks or any other discounts.)

Visit our website for more details on these specials or call 863-904-6204 to schedule an appointment.
Events
  1. D.J. Alleva Nelson's Free Event - 'Let Your Beauty Bloom'
    • Wednesday, April 3, 2019  at 5:30 pm
    • RSVP: 863-680-7676
  2. Medical Spa at Watson Clinic Stimulator Peel Event
    • Wednesday, April 17, 2019  from 9 am - 5 pm
    • RSVP: 863-904-6204
    • $75 non-refundable pre-registration fee towards any product during event.
  3. Dr. Zappia's April Seminar - 'Heartburn No More, Putting the Fire Out!'
    • Thursday, April 18, 2019  at 6 pm
    • RSVP: 863-607-3639
  4. Free ZO® Skin Care Event - 'Step into Spring with Glowing Skin'
    • Tuesday, April 23, 2019  from 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
    • RSVP: 813-633-6121
  5. Medical Spa at Watson Clinic Open House
    • Thursday, April 25, 2019 from 5 - 7 pm
    • RSVP: 863-904-6204
  6. Tools to Quit - No ifs, ands or butts!
    • Friday, April 26, 2019 from 3 - 5 pm
    • RSVP: 863-904-2656
  7. Dr. Zappia Free Seminar - 'Is that a Hernia?'
    • Tuesday, April 30, 2019 at 5:30 pm
    • RSVP: 1-800-Baycare or at baycare.org/events
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.