Board-certified Breast Surgeon and the Medical Director of Breast Health Services at Watson Clinic Dr. Elisabeth L. Dupont discusses common myths surrounding breast cancer, and how far we’ve come in our ability to detect, target and successfully treat the disease. For more information on Watson Clinic's wide-ranging department of Breast Health Services - including our mammography, breast surgery and plastic & reconstructive surgery capabilities - visit WatsonClinic.com/BreastHealth.

Chiropractic Medicine specialist Dr. Jalen Banks discusses a chiropractor's role in helping patients relieve discomfort and restore function, and additional benefits they may receive from other services such as dry needling and acupuncture. For more information and to schedule an appointment with Dr. Banks, call 863-680-7718 or visit WatsonClinic.com/Banks. 

Board-certified Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine specialist Dr. Lilliam Chiques discusses the role of vaccines in protecting us against the seasonal flu, shingles, pneumonia and other illnesses. For more information on the availability of the vaccines discussed in this episode, and a list of locations and operating hours for Watson Clinic's Flu Clinics, visit WatsonClinic.com/Flu.

In this episode of the Watson Clinic Health Talk podcast, Watson Clinic board-certified pediatrician Dr. W. Jason Cornett discusses multiple aspects of child health - from infant feedings to back-to-school physicals and everything in between.

Watson Clinic Chief Executive Officer Jason Hirsbrunner discusses the affiliation between Watson Clinic and Orlando Health on a new hospital in south Lakeland, two additional Watson Clinic locations that are being constructed on the same site, and the emerging healthcare trends in our fast-growing community. For frequent updates on the new medical campus, visit WatsonClinic.com/OH or follow Watson Clinic on all major social media platforms.

Watson Clinic board-certified Dermatology specialist Dr. William Roth shares practical tips to help you prevent skin cancer, explains the different types of the disease, and emphasizes why regular skin evaluations are essential for your health. Don't miss this important conversation that could help save your skin—and your life. For more information and to schedule an appointment, visit WatsonClinic.com/Roth or call 863-904-6201.

Board-certified General Surgeon and Surgical Oncologist Dr. Dany Barrak discusses two groundbreaking procedures he recently introduced to the community, the benefits of robotic-assisted surgery, and the role that genetic research plays in shaping the future of personalized cancer care. For more information and to schedule an appointment with Dr. Barrak, call 863-680-7486 or visit WatsonClinic.com/Barrak.

Registered dietitian and certified diabetes care and education specialist Massiel Gilpin, RD, CDCES discusses tips on eating smarter for healthier living, to lose weight, or to manage a chronic condition like diabetes. For more information on Watson Clinic's Dietary Counseling and Medical Nutrition Therapy department, visit WatsonClinic.com/Nutrition.

Board-certified Family Medicine specialist Dr. Jeremy Katzmann discusses the factors that can improve your health in the new year, including diet, exercise, preventive screenings and emotional wellness. For more information and to schedule an appointment with Dr. Katzmann at our Watson Clinic Highlands location, call 863-680-7190 or visit WatsonClinic.com/Katzmann.

The Watson Clinic Foundation's Arts in Medicine program coordinator Tiffany Van Wieren discusses the role the arts can play in the healing process, and the upcoming special programs and initiatives the program is set to introduce into the community. For more information on Arts in Medicine program at the Watson Clinic Cancer & Research Center, visit WatsonClinic.com/AIM.

Board-certified Urogynecologist and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgeon Dr. Tarek Garas discusses the innovative nonsurgical and minimally invasive surgical treatment solutions for urinary incontinence, as well as other pelvic and gynecologic concerns including pelvic organ prolapse and fibroids.

Watson Clinic board-certified Podiatric Surgeon Dr. Dominic DiPierro discusses the common causes of heel pain, and the variety of options used to remedy them. For more information and to schedule an appointment with Dr. DiPierro, call 863-680-7214 or visit WatsonClinic.com/DiPierro.  

Watson Clinic Urgent Care South specialist Dr. Jarett Gregory discusses the benefits of seeking treatment at an Urgent Care facility as opposed to a traditional emergency room, the many injuries and illnesses they can address, and the factors that set Watson Clinic apart in the Urgent Care field. For more information on Watson Clinic's walk-in care options, visit WatsonClinic.com/WalkIn. 

Watson Clinic board-certified Hand Surgeon Dr. Rachel Lefebvre discusses common conditions that can impact the hand, including carpal tunnel syndrome, arthritis, fractures and more. For more information and to schedule an appointment with Dr. Lefebvre, call 863-680-7214 or visit WatsonClinic.com/Lefebvre.

Watson Clinic Optometry specialist Dr. Elizabeth George discusses the importance of eye exams, and the common conditions they can detect, including glaucoma, cataracts and dry eye syndrome. For more information and to schedule an appointment with Dr. George, call 863-680-7486 or visit WatsonClinic.com/George.

Board-certified Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine specialist and Director of Watson Clinic's Metabolic & Weight Center Dr. Lilliam Chiques discusses the services she offers to help patients achieve lasting weight loss through sensible, manageable and health-based means. For more information and to schedule an appointment, visit WatsonClinic.com/WeightCenter or call 863-680-7190.