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Doctors and Providers
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:


To learn more about Dr. Hessami, click here.
Jeffrey A. Paffrath, MD, is providing Otolaryngology (ENT) services to patients at both the Bella Vista Building and Watson Clinic Highlands.



Dr. Paffrath is accepting immediate appointments at 863-680-7486. For his areas of expertise, please click here.
Matthew R. Stemer, MD, is a radiologist who specializes in interventional oncology and diagnostic radiology.



For more information about Dr. Stemer, click here.
A. Nicole Sparks, MD, specializes in gynecology, obstetrics, and female pelvic medicine & reconstructive surgery. She is working with patients at Watson Clinic Highlands.



For an appointment, please call 863-680-7243. For more information about Dr. Sparks, click here.
Yerania Rodriguez-Navedo, MD, is a board-certified rheumatology specialist offering her services to patients at Watson Clinic Main.



For an appointment with Dr. Rodriguez-Navedo, call 863-680-7486, or click here for more information.
Lijian Wang, MD, D.Sc., is a gastroenterology hospitalist working with patients at Lakeland Regional Health (LRH)



To learn more about Dr. Wang's areas of expertise, click here.
Cynthia G. Rodriguez, DNP, ARNP-C, is a nurse practitioner who specializes in cardiology. She will be assisting patients at Watson Clinic Main.



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.


The Watson Clinic Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine office will be located at 2190 E. County Road 540A - a half mile west of our Highlands building.  


To read more about this new facility, click here.   
Bartow Gynecology Office Opening Soon


Watson Clinic is pleased to announce the opening of a new office in Bartow devoted to women's health and gynecologic care.



Opening for patient appointments on Monday, October 3, Watson Clinic Bartow Gynecology will be located at 2000 Osprey Blvd., Suite 100, adjacent to our existing Bartow offices, and will be headed by board-certified gynecologist Dr. Tarek Garas and Nicole Rule, ARNP-C.


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.



Watson Clinic XpressCare Highlands will be open from 9 am - 3 pm for walk-in care.
Events
    


  1.  Caring for Your Newborn Class
    • Saturday, September 10, 2016 at 9 am - Noon
    • RSVP: 863-904-6229 or 863-904-6226
    • Fee - $20.00 per couple
  2.  Dr. Raam Lakhani Presents Facial Plastic Surgery Lecture   
    • Saturday, September 17, 2016 at 10 am
    • RSVP: 863-904-6218
  3. Quit Smoking Now Class 
    • Friday, September 30, 2016 at 3 pm
    • RSVP: 863-802-6220
  4. Watson Clinic Medicare Questions Seminars
    • Monday, October 3, 2016 at 2:30 pm
    • RSVP: 863-802-6220
  5. Watson Clinic Medicare Questions Seminars

    • Wednesday, October 5, 2016 at 5:30 pm
    • RSVP: 863-802-6220
  6. Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Luncheon

    • Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at 11:30 am
    • RSVP: 863-904-4651
  7.  Watson Clinic Foundation Golf Tournament                      
    • Saturday, October 22, 2016 at Noon
    • RSVP: 863-802-6220


Learn more about these events and many others, visit 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.




Watson Clinic LLP | 1600 Lakeland Hills Blvd. | Lakeland | FL | 33805