Watson Clinic believes that community outreach builds a healthier future for us all. That’s why Watson Clinic physicians, providers and other team members have been proud to participate in a number of special events and event sponsorships in recent weeks that have provided crucial health information, supported institutions that are meaningful to our community, and helped to raise funds for important health-related causes.
Auburndale Youth Soccer Opening Ceremony – September 13
The Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital (OHWCLHH) is a proud sponsor of Auburndale Youth Soccer, and representatives were pleased to attend the opening ceremony, which took place in the appropriately titled Orlando Health Stadium at Lake Myrtle Sports Park in Auburndale.
PACE Center for Girls – Ten Story Challenge/First Friday – October 3
Watson Clinic
Physical Therapy Service Line Coordinator
Jack Ryals, PT, OCS descended ten stories from the Lakeland Electric building as part of the Pace Center for Girls Ten Story Challenge fundraising event. PACE is an organization devoted to helping young women secure better futures through education, counseling, training, and advocacy.
OHWCLHH was proud to be a sponsor of this meaningful event. Special thanks to Jack for braving these heights in support of a great cause!
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Downtown Lakeland’s First Friday festivities took place nearby at the same time.
Watson Clinic Main Family Medicine specialist
Dr. Ravi Patel and Watson Clinic Clinical Director Heather Gordon, BSN, MPH were on hand to greet the crowds, distribute assorted Clinic goodies and share valuable information on our services. Attendees of the event also received an exciting sneak peek of the upcoming
OHWCLHH courtesy of Orlando Health's Dawn Willis, Matt Woodrow and Lori Bell.
2025 ATHENA Leadership Awards – October 8
Hosted by the Lakeland Chamber of Commerce, the 2025 ATHENA Leadership Awards ceremony recognized Lakeland women who embody authenticity, continuous learning, relationship-building, collaboration, courage, advocacy, and community contribution.
Watson Clinic South Internal Medicine specialist
Dr. Guillermo Vasquez and his care team consisting of registered nurse practitioners
Emily Beriswill, APRN,
Brandi Plummer, APRN, and
Jennifer Potts, APRN were pleased to be in attendance.
Click here to view additional photos from this event on our Facebook page.
Northeast Polk Chamber of Commerce Luncheon – October 9
Meanwhile, the Northeast Polk Chamber of Commerce luncheon provided an informative Q & A session with Orlando Health Assistant Vice President Jennifer Beakley, DNP, MSN, Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital Chief Operating Officer Victoria Wagner, and Watson Clinic Chief Executive Officer Jason Hirsbrunner. Each of them fielded a series of enthusiastic questions from attendees who wanted to learn more about the exciting hospital opening in the summer of 2026.
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High School Football Game Coverage – October
Watson Clinic’s physical therapists, sports medicine specialists and additional physicians and providers continued to lend their expertise on the field during high school football games this month, including:
Click here to view additional photos from our team coverage this season on our Facebook page.
Polk Arts & Culture Hall of Fame Gala – October 14
Watson Clinic Foundation Arts in Medicine Program Director Tiffany Van Wieren won the Rising Star Award during this popular annual event for her tireless efforts to elevate the health of our community through the creative arts. Congratulations to Tiffany on this extraordinary achievement! See more from this special event on our Watson Clinic Foundation Facebook page by
clicking here.