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

Watson Clinic Surgery Center


Effective Monday, April 29, 2024, Lakeland Surgical & Diagnostic Center Florida Campus transitioned to Watson Clinic Surgery Center. Watson Clinic has worked hard to ensure that there will be minimal disruption to patient care during this transition. However, due to the nature of insurance company operations, Watson Clinic may be required to contact some patients to reschedule an existing appointment. We appreciate your patience during this time.

 

For additional information on this transition, click here

Clinic Offers Brain Scan

for Early Detection of Alzheimer's


Alzheimer’s disease is the most common and familiar type of dementia, but it is not the only type of dementia. Many things can cause memory loss, including dementia, normal aging, stress, anxiety, depression, medications and other systemic medical problems. Watson Clinic offers state of the art testing and treatment for dementia and memory loss.


Click here for more information and to

schedule an appointment.


New Issue of

Health Scene Now

Available


The spring issue of Watson Clinic's in-house magazine Health Scene is now arriving in mailboxes across our community! Readers can find informative articles on weight loss, melanoma, ovarian cancer, and much more. Each article contains valuable insights from our team of expert physicians.


Click here for the latest issue.


Clinic Debuts New Podcast



The debut episode of Watson Clinic's new podcast is now available for listening! Watson Clinic Health Talk offers insightful interviews with our physicians and providers on a variety of healthcare topics, including common conditions, disease prevention, the latest treatments and chronic care management techniques.


Click here to listen to the first episode.

Watson Clinic

Announces May

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.

New Providers

Charles Readdy, DO

Charles Readdy, DO is a board-certified Radiology specialist at Watson Clinic Main.


To learn more, visit our website.

Hanna Patel-Mills, PA

Hanna Patel-Mills, PA is a certified physician assistant for board-certified Dermatology specialist Ronald Patrick, MD at Watson Clinic Dermatology at Sun City Center.


To learn more, visit our website.

Jessica Robinson, DNP, APRN, FNP-C

Jessica Robinson, DNP, APRN, FNP-C is a registered nurse practitioner for board-certified Obstetrics-Gynecology specialists J. Brian Hopper, MD and Donald Langley, DO at Watson Clinic Highlands.


To learn more, visit our website.

Ariel A. Vulgamore, DNP, APRN, CPNP-PC

Ariel A. Vulgamore, DNP, APRN, CPNP-PC is a registered nurse practitioner for board-certified Pediatric specialists W. Jason Cornett, MD and Kendra Velez Rodriguez, MD at Watson Clinic North Pediatrics.


To learn more, visit our website.

Healthy News You Can Use

Second Trimester: The Next Step of Your Pregnancy Journey


The second trimester spans from weeks 13 to 28. A full-term pregnancy generally lasts about 40 weeks, which is counted from the first day of your last normal period.



To read more, click here.


What to Know About

Heart Failure


If you or someone you love has heart failure, the diagnosis can be scary. The condition is serious, but many people learn how to manage heart failure and live normal lives.



For more information,

visit our website.


Monthly Specials

Restore Your Hair & Your Confidence

Watson Clinic board-certified Otolaryngologist (ENT)/Facial Plastic Surgeon Dr. Pranay Patel and his team are pleased to offer the following special in May:


  • Save $250 OFF a PRP Hair Restoration Package.


To take advantage of this offer, visit our website.

Fantastic Filler Savings in May

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


  • Save $100 OFF a full site of BOTOX® when you purchase a syringe of filler.


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. 

May you Enjoy a Month of Pampering & Glowing Skin

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


  • Buy TWO Simulator Peels and ONE 3-Step Peel for the price of $350 ($100 savings) and receive a FREE Wrinkle & Texture Repair ($100 value).
  • Book a 60 or 90 minute massage with Massage Therapist Jill Ellis and receive 10% OFF.
  • Enjoy 50% OFF any Permanent Makeup service of $300 or more (excluding touch-ups).
  • Bring in an old sunscreen of any brand and receive 15% OFF the purchase of a new sunscreen product.
  • 10% OFF SkinBetter® and ZO® products (excluding program kits).
  • Buy a $100 Gift Card and receive $15 in Medical Spa Bucks.
  • Buy a $200 Gift Card and receive $35 in Medical Spa Bucks.


To take advantage of this offer, visit our website.

Upcoming Events

Pregnancy & Childbirth Education Class

May 7, 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.


Breastfeeding Basics Class

May 11, 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.

Caring For Your Newborn Class

May 11, 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.

Orthopaedics at Winter Haven Open House & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

May 15, 2024

You’re invited to an Open House & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to celebrate the recent opening of our Watson Clinic Orthopaedics at Winter Haven location. Enjoy light snacks and refreshments, free giveaway items, and guided tours of this exciting facility. Click here for more information on this special event. 

Pregnancy & Childbirth Education Saturday Class

May 18, 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.

FREE Community Lecture

May 21, 2024

During this FREE educational seminar, Watson Clinic Optometry specialist Dr. Elizabeth George addresses the eye complications that can result from prolonged exposure to computer and phone screens, as well as the steps you can take to prevent them. Click here to learn more and register.

Pregnancy & Childbirth Education - Hospital Tour

May 23, 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.

Memorial Day Clinic Hours

May 27, 2024

Watson Clinic will be closed in observance of the Memorial Day holiday. However, walk-in care will be available. Click here to view the hours they will be open.

Learn more about these events and many others online at

About Us

As one of the largest medical clinics in the southeast, Watson Clinic 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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