Watson Clinic's Sports Medicine Program comprises a team of sports medicine experts dedicated to excellence in health and performance of competitive athletes. From evaluations to surgical intervention, from rehabilitation to strategies for prevention of repeat injuries.
- Board-certified physicians
- Specialized physical therapists
- NATA certified athletic trainers
- Quick access with a 24/7 Hotline (863) 680-7513
- Consultations and appointments can be accommodated within 24 to 48 hours.
- Fellowship trained Sports Medicine specialists for non-surgical treatment and orthopedic surgeons specializing in arthroscopy, minimally invasive surgery and comprehensive reconstructive surgery.
- Access to Watson Clinic's highly respected array of physicians and medical providers from radiologists to cardiologist to surgeons.
- State-of-the-art digital imaging department, featuring advanced x-ray, CT scan and MRI technology.
- Comprehensive rehabilitation services offered at Watson Clinic's Center for Rehabilitative Medicine with licensed physical and occupational therapists.
- Event/outreach coverage: Pre-season physicals, training room coverage, select game time coverage.
Watson Clinic is proud to have served the healthcare needs of Central Florida since 1941. Medical technology has changed dramatically since then, however, a singular focus on each patient has remained unchanged. With the patient's care in mind, Watson Clinic has enhanced the Sports Medicine program and increased access to meet the demands of the Lakeland community's growing population and escalating athletic involvement.
"Watson Clinic has been the official medical provider for the Detroit/Lakeland Tigers for several years. Their level of service, commitment and expertise ensure that our team members remain strong and healthy season after season."
Ron Myers, Director of Lakeland Operations, Detroit Tigers/Lakeland Flying Tigers
Phuc Vo, M.D., F.A.A.O.S., F.A.O.S.S.M
Training: Residency in Orthopedic Surgery, University of Florida College of Medicine; Fellowship in Joint Reconstructive Surgery, University of Florida; Fellowship in Sports Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Sports Medicine Center
Board certifications: Orthopedic Surgery
Member: American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Unique Qualifications: Expertise ranging from minimally invasive surgery to complex, reconstructive surgery of the shoulder, hip and knee, team physician for numerous athletic organizations, works closely with Detroit Tigers, Chief of Orthopedics at Lakeland Regional Medical Center, Spokesperson for Watson Clinic Orthopedics Department, author of numerous articles, Voted by Money Magazine as "Top Orthopedic Surgeon"
in 2003, Voted one of Connolly's "Best Physicians in Florida" in 2000, first Lakeland surgeon to use computer-assisted technology for joint reconstruction.
Salvador O. Montenegro, M.D.
Training: Internship and residency in Family Medicine, Texas Tech University; Fellowship in Sports Medicine, American Sports Medicine Institute (under the tutelage of internationally known sports medicine experts - Dr. James Andrews and Dr. Lawrence Lemark)
Board certifications: Family Medicine, CAQ certified in sports medicine.
Member: American Academy of Family Physicians, American Medical Society for Sports Medicine, American College of Sports Medicine.
Unique Qualifications: Non-surgical treatment of sports injuries, sports-related medical diseases, musculoskeletal medicine, joint injections/aspirations, bilingual in English and Spanish, team physician for numerous sports teams/athletic organizations.
Watson Clinic Sports Medicine Program - Main Clinic
1600 Lakeland Hills Blvd. Lakeland, FL 33805
863-680-7513 (24/7 Hotline)
Watson Clinic - Center for Rehabilitative Medicine
1430 Lakeland Hills Blvd. Lakeland, FL 33805
863-680-7700
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