Watson Clinic Recruits Two New Providers

Lakeland, FL – Watson Clinic is pleased to announce the recruitment of two new additions to their team of physicians & providers.

Yeneneh Desta, MD joins the Infectious Diseases department at Watson Clinic Main. He received his medical degree from Gondar College of Medical Services in Gondar, Ethiopia. Dr. Desta completed an Internal Medicine residency from Atlanta Medical Center in Atlanta, GA. He then went on to complete an Infectious Diseases fellowship from the University of Miami Jackson Health Systems in Miami, FL. He is board-certified in Internal Medicine & Infectious Diseases, and a member of the American Medical Association, Infectious Diseases Society of America, and American Academy of HIV Medicine.

Appointments with Dr. Desta may be scheduled by calling 863-680-7190.

Melissa Kham, APRN is a registered nurse practitioner who works alongside board-certified Gynecologic Oncologist Dr. Richard Cardosi at the Watson Clinic Bella Vista Building at 1755 N. Florida Ave. in Lakeland, FL. She received her associate of nursing degree from Polk Community College in Winter Haven, FL. Ms. Kham went on to complete her bachelor and master of science degrees in nursing from Chamberlain University College of Nursing in Addison, IL. She is a member of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners and Polk County Advanced Practice Nurses Association.

Appointments with Ms. Kham may be scheduled by calling 863-680-7578.  

About Watson Clinic LLP:  As one of the largest multispecialty medical clinics in the southeast, Watson Clinic provides comprehensive healthcare services to residents of Lakeland and surrounding communities.  First established in 1941, Watson Clinic has grown to include over 220 board-certified physicians representing more than 40 medical and surgical specialties.  The Clinic is proud to deliver quality healthcare to every generation from our Main Clinic location at 1600 Lakeland Hills Boulevard in Lakeland, as well as at multiple convenient locations throughout Polk, Pasco and Hillsborough counties. More information is available at:  www.WatsonClinic.com.

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