Many Watson Clinic doctors will be on staff at the new Lakeland Highlands hospital when it opens in June 2026.
Tag: Lakeland Regional Health
Posted inInsight Polk
Emergency Care Options Multiply as Four Hospital Systems Expand Into Lakeland
HCA Florida’s two freestanding emergency rooms – one of them opens Monday – are part of a wave of new facilities.
Posted inHealth
Lakeland Regional Health Infection Prevention Chief Haight Honored
He is one of 128 doctors named as a Fellow by the Infectious Diseases Society of America this year.
Posted inPeople
Sarah McKay, Civic Leader and Philanthropist, Dies at 98
The Lakeland native was the first woman to chair the boards of major local educational, health and arts institutions.
Posted inHealth
Polk County Health Care Experts Offer Tips and Insights at Community Forum
The forum, hosted by LkldNow and Lakeland Vision, focused on pain points and hopeful news regarding local access to health care.
Posted inHealth
LRH Going to Barber Shops to Educate Men About Health Risks
The ShopTalk program, focusing on men of color, offers health screenings and information about preventive care.
Posted inHealth
Construction Begins on Orlando Health’s Seven-Story Lakeland Highlands Hospital
Swedish construction firm Skanska is building the $109 million, 302-bed hospital which is scheduled to open in 2026.
Posted inCrime / Justice
Felon’s Escape From Lakeland Regional Prompts Predawn Search
Timothy Tallmadge, 33, was on the loose for three hours near LRHMC.
Posted inHealth
Local Demand for Vasectomies Is Up, But So Are Wait Times
Lakeland has a limited number of urologists who offer the procedure, which has increased in popularity since the reversal of Roe v. Wade.
