Watson Clinic is pleased to welcome the following new additions to our team. These expert medical professionals offer patients an exceptional level of care across a diverse range of specialties. See below for details:
For more information on Rodriguez, click here or call 863-680-7490.
Physician Recognition
Cardiologist, Dr. Sean P. O'Rourke has served patients of our community for the past eleven years. He first joined our clinic family on September 15, 2004.
We wish him the very best with his new endeavors and thank him for his contribution to the wellness of our community! Click here to view pictures from his best wishes party.
Healthy News You Can Use
Stay Safe & Healthy at Work
You go to work to bring home a paycheck - not the flu, carpal tunnel syndrome or some other health problem.
So how do you stay safe and healthy on the job?
Click here for tips to help reduce your risk of illness or injury.
Get Your Volunteerism On
Volunteering is a wonderful win-win opportunity. The people or organizations you help may seem like the most obvious winners, but it's hard to overestimate the good things you can get in return.
When your efforts benefit others, they also benefit you. If you've never volunteered, ask yourself what you truly enjoy.
For some ideas on where to volunteer and the benefits of volunteering, click here.
Hepatitis C: Get the Facts
Hepatitis C is a virus that can damage the liver. In some people, the infection may last a few weeks, but in up to 85 percent of people it can become chronic, lasting a lifetime.
To learn how this virus is transmitted, symptoms to watch for and the latest treatment options, click here.
Bella Vista Spa Specials
Back to School Specials
Express yourself this school year and choose one or both of our specials this month:
30 minute massage for $38 (normally $42)
Express facial for $40 (normally $45).
For more information, visit the Bella Vista Spa online or call 863-904-6250 to make an appointment.
Skin Boot Camp
The ZO® 3-Step Peel is only $200 this month (savings of $50).
Additionally, buy three full size ZO® products and get a FREE gift.
For more details on this special, click here or call 863-904-6250.
Clinic News
Watson Clinic Cancer & Research Center Celebrates Additional Achievement
Last month we told you about our cancer center's gold status reaccreditation from the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer (CoC).
This month, Watson Clinic Cancer & Research Center was presented with the CoC's 2016 Outstanding Achievement Award. The award is only given to facilities that set a standard for excellence in cancer care. We are the state's sole recipient of this award.
For more information on our award- winning cancer center, click here.
New Sports Medicine Location Opening in September
In an effort to increase patient convenience and accessibility for effective sports injury repair and rehabilitation services, we are proud to announce the opening of a new physical therapy & sports medicine facility serving residents of south Lakeland, Bartow and surrounding communities starting Tuesday, September 6.
For services and hours of operation, please click here.
Local Organization Joins Forces to Inspire Cancer Center Patients
The Northern and Central Florida chapters of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, recently joined forces with Cannon Subaru of Lakeland to bring joy and comfort to the hearts of our Cancer & Research Center patients.
Customers of the car dealership wrote notes of encouragement to our patients. Their inspiring messages were delivered to our cancer center along with 100 beautifully stitched blankets.
Special thanks to both of these outstanding organizations for their generosity and compassion! Click here to view our Facebook photo album.
Flu Clinics Opening Soon for Patients
Our flu clinics will be open to patients starting Wednesday, September 7. 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 SHOTline at 863-680-7FLU (7358) with any questions.
Click here for dates and times of all flu clinics at various Watson Clinic locations.
Labor Day Hours Notification
Watson Clinic will be closed to observe Labor Day on Monday, September 5.
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.