Your October 2026 Health eNewsletter

October 2026 Health e-News • 863-680-7000 • www.WatsonClinic.com

Clinic Chief Operating Officer Wins Kiss the Pig for Literacy Campaign

Congratulations to Watson Clinic Chief Operating Officer Rebecca Pacatte on being awarded as the Grand Smooch Winner of the 2026 READ Lakeland Kiss the Pig Campaign. Rebecca raised over $16,000 to support adult literacy in our community.

Click here to see pictures from the finale event.

OBs Delivering Exclusively at Lakeland Highlands Hospital

Watson Clinic Obstetrics specialists are performing deliveries exclusively from Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital.

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We're Growing!

With three new locations and over 50 new physicians and advanced practice providers joining us this year alone, Watson Clinic is growing and stronger than ever.

Click here to meet the newest members of our team.

Clinic Physician & Provider Updates

Several Watson Clinic specialists have made recent moves for the convenience of their patients.

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October 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.

Watson Clinic Foundation Corner

The Watson Clinic Foundation has been proud to host a number of community events in recent weeks that have provided crucial health information and supported institutions that are meaningful to our community.

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New Physicians & Providers

Yusuf Buxamusa, MD

Yusuf Buxamusa, MD is a Hospitalist at Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital.

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Chehan Herath, MD

Chehan Herath, MD is a board-certified Neurology specialist at Watson Clinic Main.

Visit our website to learn more.

Anne M. Meo, DO

Anne M. Meo, DO is a board-certified Hand Surgery specialist at Watson Clinic Main and Watson Clinic Parkway Medical Center.

For more information, click here.

Alvaro V. Teixeira, MD

Alvaro V. Teixiera, MD is a board-certified Psychiatry specialist at Watson Clinic Highlands.

To learn more and schedule an appointment, click here.

Peter Wang, MD

Peter Wang, MD is a board-certified Cardiology specialist at Watson Clinic Main and Watson Clinic Parkway Medical Center.

For more information, visit our website.

Quanisha B. Arthur, APRN

Quanisha B. Arthur, APRN is an advanced practice provider under the supervision of board-certified Pulmonology specialist Dr. Naem Shahrour, MD at Watson Clinic Main.

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Shannon Burke, PA

Shannon Burke, PA is an advanced practice provider under the supervision of board-certified Dermatology specialists Dr. Sharon Fairbee and Dr. William Roth at Watson Clinic Bella Vista Building.

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Angelica Fonseca, APRN

Angelica Fonseca, APRN is an advanced practice provider under the supervision of board-certified Internal Medicine specialist Dr. Agustin Tavares at Watson Clinic South.

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Miguel A. Mendez, APRN

Miguel A. Mendez, APRN is an advanced practice provider under the supervision of Cardiology specialist Dr. John Canto at Watson Clinic Main.

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Healthy News You Can Use

How's Your CKM Health?

Your heart, kidneys, and metabolic health are more connected than you might realize. These organs and systems work together to keep you healthy.

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Fall Respiratory Season: Pointers for Prevention

Your immune system is your body's defense against infections, including flu, RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) and COVID-19, which tend to circulate more in fall and winter. These respiratory illnesses can test your immune system.

Click here for ways to support your defenses and lower your risk of illness.

Improve Your Sleep During Menopause

Menopause is a normal part of life, but the transition can cause troublesome symptoms. One of the most common is trouble sleeping.

Visit our blog for more information.

August Specials

BOTOX^® Discounts in October

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

Purchase one full size of BOTOX^® and receive a second full site for ^$100 OFF.

To take advantage of this offer, visit our website.

Learn more about these events and many others online at

www.WatsonClinic.com/Events

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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