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March 2024 Health e-News 863-680-7000 www.WatsonClinic.com

New Winter Haven Orthopaedic Facility Now Open



Watson Clinic Orthopaedics at Winter Haven offers area residents easy access to a comprehensive roster of Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine services, including treatments for injuries afflicting the hand, hip, thigh, knee, leg, shoulder, elbow, foot and ankle.


Click here for more information.


Clinic Hosts Leadership Lakeland Healthcare Day


Led by the Lakeland Chamber of Commerce, Leadership Lakeland enlists the best and brightest from across the city and provides them with a rare behind-the-scenes look at the industries and institutions that help our community thrive. One of these tours involve the world of healthcare.


Click here to see pictures from the event.


Watson Clinic

Announces March

PEER Award


Watson Clinic recognizes one outstanding team member every month as part of the Program for Employee Excellence and Recognition (PEER) award.


To find out who won this month, please click here.





Specialty Name Change


The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists have officially changed the name of the specialty that was formerly known as Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery. The new specialty title is Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery. This title change is effective immediately.


Click here to schedule an appointment.


Foundation's Breast Cancer Survivorship Series Expands


Now in its fourth iteration, the Breast Cancer Survivorship Workshop Series

offers local breast cancer survivors an opportunity to engage in the creative arts with others who share their journey, and to find strength, comfort and purpose as they learn to thrive after the conclusion of their treatment.


Click here for more information and to sign up.





Physician Move at Highlands


Nephrology specialist

Dr. Patrick Francois has

moved his office from the

second floor to the first floor of our Watson Clinic Highlands location.


To schedule an appointment, click here.


Appointments Now Available for Primary Care Provider


Family Medicine registered nurse practitioner Brooke Pate, APRN, FNP currently offers open appointment availability from the office of Dr. Rony Alvarado at Watson Clinic Highlands. This is a convenient option for new and established patients who need to see a primary care provider on their schedule. 


Click here to schedule an appointment.

New Providers

Geralyn Clements, APRN

Geralyn Clements, APRN, is a registered nurse practitioner for board-certified Internal Medicine specialist Leslie Coello Echeverry, MD at Watson Clinic Plant City.


To learn more, visit our website.

Sarah L. Hamlin, MSN, APRN

Sarah L. Hamlin, MSN, APRN, is a registered nurse practitioner for board-certified Cardiology specialists Mark H. Mines, MD, FACC, and Zia Rab, MD, FACC at Watson Clinic Main.


To learn more, visit our website.

Healthy News You Can Use

Things to Know About Prostate Cancer


If you're a man, you have roughly a 1-in-8 chance of getting a prostate cancer diagnosis in your lifetime. Though it's a serious condition, the prostate cancer death rate is half of what it was 30 years ago, thanks to earlier detection and better treatments.



For more facts about prostate cancer,

click here.

Diabetes & Heart

Health


Diabetes and heart disease are more connected than you might think. A person with diabetes is twice as likely to have a heart attack or stroke compared to someone who doesn't. That's because high blood sugar can damage the blood vessels and nerves around your heart.



For more information and ways to prevent risks, visit our website.

Monthly Specials

Save on Laser Rejuvenation

Chalsey Lockhart, PA under the direct supervision of board-certified Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery specialist Dr. Faeza Kazmier, MD is pleased to offer the following special throughout the month of March:


  • Enjoy 10% OFF the following laser treatment packages: Clear + Brilliant® Touch, laser hair removal, and BroadBand Light (BBL).


To take advantage of this offer, visit our website. Also, please check out her 2024 special she is running throughout the remainder of this year. 

Happy St. Patrick's Day

Throughout the month of March, the Medical Spa at Watson Clinic is pleased to offer the following discount:


  • Make your own package of 3 and save 10%. Pick a massage and/or a facial of your choice. Then pick an add on service or two to complete your experience.


To take advantage of this offer, visit our website.

Medical Spa Product of the Month

Throughout the month of March, the Medical Spa at Watson Clinic is pleased to offer the following discount:


  • 10% OFF ZO® Growth Factor Serum & Growth Factor Eye Serum.


To take advantage of this offer, visit our website.

Upcoming Events

Breast Cancer Survivorship Workshop

March - June 2024

Made possible by the Florida Breast Cancer Foundation and the participation of various community partners, the Breast Cancer Survivorship Series offers a series of four classes aimed at helping survivors reconnect to their sense of community, purpose and self. Click here to learn more and submit a registration request.

Caring For Your Newborn Class

March 9, 2024

This is a 3-hour class that is taught by a licensed registered nurse (RN) and is designed for expectant parents and will cover basic newborn care. Click here to learn more and register for this class.


Breastfeeding Basics Class

March 9, 2024

This is a 3-hour class that is taught by a licensed registered nurse (RN) and certified breastfeeding educator. Cost is $25 per couple (includes samples, coupons and educational information). Click here to learn more and register for this class.

Pregnancy & Childbirth Education Class

March 12, 2024

Join us for a class designed to prepare couples for the miracle of childbirth, taught by a licensed registered nurse (RN). Cost is $50 per couple (includes workbook, coupons and educational information). Click here to learn more and register for this class.

Pregnancy & Childbirth Education Saturday Class

March 16, 2024

Join us for a class designed to prepare couples for the miracle of childbirth, taught by a licensed registered nurse (RN). Cost is $50 per couple (includes workbook, coupons and educational information). Click here to learn more and register for this class.

Pregnancy & Childbirth Education - Hospital Tour


March 21, 2024

Join us for a class designed to prepare couples for the miracle of childbirth, taught by a licensed registered nurse (RN). Cost is $50 per couple (includes workbook, coupons and educational information). Click here to learn more and register for this class.

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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.
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