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General Surgeon Retires After 42 Years

Watson Clinic recently celebrated the contributions of a treasured physician as he marked his retirement after many decades of service. General Surgeon Dr. Jack B. Thigpen, Jr. started at Watson Clinic on September 11, 1981. His retirement party was held 42 years later on that exact date. "The reason I joined Watson Clinic was to be a part of a nationally recognized group of physicians under one roof," he shared. "I knew that I could relate to and provide the best care for my patients." After hi...

Two Anesthesiology Nurses Honored by USF

The USF School of Nursing recently presented awards to two members of Watson Clinic’s CRNA team – Andrew Eisner, CRNA and Desmond Johnson, CRNA . Andrew Eisner was the recipient of USF’s Proud Bull Award, an honor that signifies "extraordinary distinction and success in the field of Nurse Anesthesia". This elite honor is presented to those who significantly contribute to the USF legacy through their commitment to quality improvement, research, community outreach, and much more....

What to know about robotic surgery

Your surgeon has a powerful tool in the operating room: a robotic surgery system called da Vinci. The da Vinci Surgical System is widely used. According to Intuitive Surgical, the company that developed da Vinci, more than 12 million robotic surgeries have been performed around the world with da Vinci. And more than 60,000 surgeons have been trained in how to use it. Robotic surgery also known as robot-assisted surgery can be used for many procedures. They include: • Coronary artery bypass...

Total joint replacement surgery

If you experience joint pain that prevents you from doing routine activities, sports or hobbies, it may be time for a change. As dramatic as it sounds, completely replacing your aching joint could bring you some much-needed pain relief. What is total joint replacement? Total joint replacement is a surgical procedure. It is performed in a hospital or an outpatient surgery center. During the surgery, your doctor removes damaged cartilage and bone from the affected joint and replaces it with a devi...

Fall Into Fitness

The cooler autumn weather is an invitation to get outside and get moving, with plenty of benefits. Along with building strength, stamina and physical health, exercising outdoors can improve your mood and enhance your self-esteem. Just seeing the colors of nature and seeing or hearing birds makes you feel better, even if you have depression. Plus, it doesn't have to cost much. To get started, all you need is time and a pair of comfortable shoes. You also have plenty of room unlike a crowded gym ....