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Watson Clinic Pediatrician Welcomes Tamara Pistoria, D.O. W Written By: Cheryl Johnston
atson Clinic is pleased to announce that Tamara T. Pistoria, DO, has joined their team of expert pediatricians. Dr. Pistoria will practice from the Watson Clinic South location at 1033 N. Parkway Frontage Rd. in Lakeland, Florida. As one of the largest multispecialty medical clinics in the southeast, Watson Clinic LLP provides comprehensive healthcare services to residents of Lakeland and surrounding communities. First established in 1941, Watson Clinic staff now includes 200 board-certified physicians representing 40 medical and surgical specialties. The Clinic continues the legacy of improving the delivery of health care at the Main Clinic, 1600 Lakeland Hills Boulevard in Lakeland, as well as at 16 other convenient locations in Polk, Pasco and Hillsborough counties.
Dr. Pistoria earned her medical degree from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in Philadelphia, PA. After her internship at St. Luke’s Medical Center in Allentown, she moved on to Hershey, PA, where she completed her residency in pediatrics at Penn State University/Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. Board certified in pediatrics by the Amerian Osteopathic Board of Pediatrics, Dr. Pistoria is a member of both the Florida Medical Association and the Polk County Medical Association.
Dr. Tamara Pistoria, D.O. recently joined the Watson Clinic South’s expert team of pediatricians.
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Dr. Pistoria described how she decided on Watson Clinic and the Lakeland area. “After practicing solo for the past five years, I realized I wanted to allocate more of my day to pediatric patient care rather than office management and insurance authorizations. My association with Watson Clinic will provide me with the opportunity to fill my day with more patient care and less paperwork.”
Winter Haven is where she spent her early years before returning after medical school and military service. She enjoys the Central Florida location because it’s conducive to travel and both coasts are only a short drive away. But perhaps the most important reason, she explained, is that she “enjoyed growing up in the friendly atmosphere of a smaller community and wanted the same for my family.” Dr. Pistoria is very excited to be a part of Watson Clinic and their Pediatrics team because she has two complementing perspectives. She shared, “As a Watson Clinic patient, I have had positive experiences with the physicians and staff. As a physician practicing in Polk County, I am aware of the network of services provided by Watson Clinic and their reputation in the community. It is truly an honor for me to be a part of their well-respected group of providers. She has some hopes for the future here as well. Dr. Pistoria related, “Many of my private practice patients from Winter Haven have chosen to continue their care with me at the Watson Clinic South location. Of course, the Polk Parkway helps with that decision and it will be very nice to see my former patients in my new surroundings! I’m looking forward to welcoming new patients, meeting new families, and to providing the quality of care that has come to be expected at the clinic.” To schedule an appointment with Dr. Pistoria, please call 863-647-8012. Additional information and physician credentials are available online at www. WatsonClinic.com.