Pulmonology Doctors & Physicians in Lakeland, Florida
Pulmonology • Lakeland, FL • Since 1941 • 1 location listed (Watson Clinic Main) locations
About
Summary: Watson Clinic is a large multispecialty medical group based in Lakeland, Florida, offering pulmonology among its 40+ specialties. Founded in 1941, the clinic employs about 220+ board-certified physicians and 481 staff across 5 main locations in Lakeland and nearby counties (Polk, Pasco, Hillsborough). They provide primary care, cardiology, OB-GYN, ophthalmology, orthopedics, urology, and other services, plus XpressCare for after-hours walk-in care. For pulmonology-specific care, they have a broad network of specialists within a comprehensive Florida-based healthcare system. Main clinic: 1600 Lakeland Hills Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33805. Contact: 33804-5000 or 863-680-7000.
Clinic Type
Pulmonology
Address
Watson Clinic Main, 1600 Lakeland Hills Blvd., Lakeland, FL 33805
Phone
863-680-7190
PatientRelations@WatsonClinic.com
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Services Offered
Technology & Equipment
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FAQs
What conditions do Watson Clinic pulmonologists treat?
They specialize in pulmonary diseases including pneumonia, asthma, emphysema, tuberculosis, COPD and complex chest infections.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
- U.S. News & World Report: 5/5 (7)
- U.S. News & World Report: 5/5 (50)
- Healthgrades: 5/5 (5)
- WebMD Care: 4.5/5 (11)
- Vitals: 3.6/5 (7)
Patients praise
- Thorough and knowledgeable patient examinations
- Compassionate and professional demeanor
- Effective diagnosis and treatment planning
- Ease of communication with medical staff
Common complaints
- Mixed feedback regarding bedside manner and communication style for some providers
- Occasional concerns about follow-up care and responsiveness
"He was so easy to talk to, very kind. Went thru my whole history even found notes from a doctor I went to 8 yrs ago. He is very thorough and knows his stuff."
— Healthgrades (Dr. James Brown)"Not a good doctor Good personality and can get you assuming he knows everything. My neighbor warned me about him but I didn’t listen to her initially. She was right"
— WebMD Care (Dr. James Brown)"I have stage 4 Emphysema and he is fantastic!!! Very thorough and listens like you're ..."
— Facebook Group (Dr. Joseph Demidovich)Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- AdventHealth and community leaders unveil new Pulmonology and Critical Care office in Lake Wales | AdventHealth News and Stories — Aug 27, 2025
- Polk medical entities mostly mum on call to end vaccine mandates — Sep 12, 2025
- Pulmonologist joins AdventHealth Waterman | AdventHealth News and Stories — Dec 17, 2025
- Polk medical entities mostly mum on call to end vaccine mandates — Sep 12, 2025
- New Critical Care Pulmonology Physicians Join FPG - First Physicians Group — Sep 12, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
More pulmonology clinics in Lakeland
Lakeland Regional Medical Center (LRMCH) is a nonprofit, 892-bed hospital in Lakeland, Florida, operating as Lakeland Regional Health. Founded in 1916, it provides comprehensive healthcare services, including pulmonary and critical care, primary and specialty care, pediatrics, obstetrics, cardiology, oncology, orthopedics, and urgent/walk-in care. LRH emphasizes centers of excellence, research, and community wellness programs, with a focus on patient-centered care across multiple facilities in the Lakeland region. Key details: - Type: Nonprofit hospital (part of Lakeland Regional Health) - Location: Lakeland, Florida, USA - Beds: 892 - Services relevant to Pulmonology/Critical Care: comprehensive critical care, pulmonary medicine, ICU services, and related specialties - Website: mylrh.org - Revenue/size metrics: large regional healthcare system with extensive staffing and programs - Notable leadership and clinical programs: includes departments in surgery, neurosurgery, and critical care leadership, plus allied health and residency programs If you’re seeking pulmonology/critical care specifically, LRH is the primary Lakeland-area provider offering these services as part of its integrated health system. For appointment or referral, contact the main line at 1-863-687-1067 or visit mylrh.org.
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