Watson Clinic Highlands

03/25/2026

The laboratories at Watson Clinic South and Highlands have both achieved reaccreditation status from the Commission on Laboratory Accreditation. This honor is only presented to labs that achieve the highest standards in quality and accuracy. For more information on what these reaccreditations mean for patients, visit https://ow.ly/vRLy50YyBOx.

03/06/2026

When your child needs immediate care, and can't wait for regularly scheduled appointment, Watson Clinic's Pediatrics department proudly offers same-day availability with FAST Access!

Here's how it works:

✅ Call 863-680-7337 (North Pediatrics and South locations) or 863-607-3346 (Highlands) for a same or next day appointment with a pediatrician.

✅ Your appointment will be scheduled with the first available pediatric specialist at the location of your choosing.

And don't forget our Saturday sick visit appointments are available exclusively from Watson Clinic Highlands! Visit https://ow.ly/ggTm50YqpNw to learn more.

03/05/2026

Need lab work on a Saturday? We’ve got you covered!

All patients can visit the lab at Watson Clinic Main on Saturdays from 8 AM – 12 PM.

Please keep in mind that Saturday lab services at Watson Clinic Highlands are available exclusively for XpressCare and Pediatric patients.

Learn more about our lab locations and hours here: https://ow.ly/m7xC50YoxMj

03/01/2026

The following Watson Clinic primary care providers have recently transferred to different physician offices:

👉 Elfia Alcala, APRN now works alongside Internal Medicine specialist Dr. Lilliam S. Chiques from Watson Clinic Main.

👉 Paul Champino, APRN now accepts appointments alongside Family Medicine specialist Dr. Jeremy Katzmann from Watson Clinic Highlands.

👉 William Keeler, APRN now serves patients of Family Medicine specialist Dr. Rony Alvarado from Watson Clinic Highlands.

Patients of these expert medical providers can enjoy a continuity of care and schedule their next appointment by calling 863-680-7190 or visiting https://ow.ly/1PF850YmIfI.

02/25/2026

Brenda O'Hair, PA, a physician assistant who works alongside board-certified Dermatology specialist Dr. William J. Roth, has expanded her practice to include both the Watson Clinic Bella Vista Building and Watson Clinic Highlands! This additional location makes it more convenient for patients to receive the skincare they need regardless of where they reside in Lakeland. For more information and to schedule an appointment, call 863-904-6201 or visit https://ow.ly/AALP50Yksq0.

02/17/2026

Join us in welcoming the four newest additions to our team of expert registered nurse practitioners:

👉 Amelia Hyland, APRN works alongside board-certified Infectious Diseases specialist Dr. Tri Pham from Lakeland Regional Health and Bartow Regional Medical Center.

👉 Emily Maldonado, APRN serves patients of board-certified Internal Medicine specialist Dr. Stephen G. Swengros from Watson Clinic Highlands.

👉 Mehdi Taleb, APRN works with board-certified Pulmonology specialist Dr. Naem Shahrour exclusively from Lakeland Regional Health.

👉 Laura Zimmerman, APRN serves patients of board-certified Cardiology specialists Dr. John G. Canto, Dr. Joseph Coffman, and Dr. George Ghareeb from Watson Clinic Main.

Visit our website at https://ow.ly/lcCI50Yh3Ys for more information on each of these outstanding medical providers.

01/23/2026

Good news for residents of south Lakeland and surrounding communities! Expert heart care is coming to Watson Clinic Highlands courtesy of board-certified Cardiology specialist Dr. George Ghareeb! Dr. Ghareeb will see patients at our Highlands location every Monday starting February 2, and will continue to accept appointments from his Watson Clinic Main office throughout the remainder of the week. Appointments with Dr. Ghareeb are now available by calling 863-680-7490 or visiting https://ow.ly/bNZL50Y1l3U.

01/23/2026

The first time you learn that you’re pregnant marks the beginning of an exciting journey. Your Watson Clinic OB-GYN can help you ensure a healthy pregnancy and enlighten you on the various changes you may experience along the way. For information on what to expect during each phase of pregnancy and beyond, visit our blog at https://ow.ly/LnL250Y1VJ7.

01/14/2026

Board-certified Nephrology specialist Dr. Steven Achinger has temporarily moved his Watson Clinic Highlands office from the first to the second floor, where he treats patients every other Thursday. This relocation will be in effect until May 21. For more information and to schedule an appointment with Dr. Achinger at any one of four convenient locations, call 863-680-7190 or visit https://ow.ly/An5750XWHQi.

12/17/2025

Starting January 3, 2026, Watson Clinic's Pediatrics department will accept appointments for Saturday sick visits exclusively from our Highlands location in south Lakeland. These Saturday appointments will no longer be available at our North Pediatrics facility starting in the new year. This move ensures improved accessibility and convenience for our pediatric patient population. For more information, visit https://ow.ly/A9aK50XKq66.

11/24/2025

Join us in welcoming the latest additions to our team of medical providers! Registered nurse practitioner Ashley S. Rourk, APRN works alongside board-certified OB-GYN Dr. Taylor Cook from Watson Clinic Highlands, and physician assistant Taylor M. Novak, PA treats patients of board-certified Oncology-Hematology specialist Dr. Leonard Gitter from the Watson Clinic Cancer & Research Center. Visit https://ow.ly/th3c50Xx52L for more information and to schedule an appointment with either of these expert medical professionals!

11/20/2025

Watson Clinic Highlands is pleased to offer same-day and next-day primary care appointments courtesy of Adilene Alvarado, APRN, a registered nurse practitioner who works alongside board-certified Family Medicine specialist Dr. Brett Widick. New and existing Watson Clinic patients can schedule their appointment today by calling 863-680-7190 or by visiting https://ow.ly/5AO250XgvMz.

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