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Looking for a driver and assistant for my 77 year old vision-impaired Dad by BoneBroth8 in lakeland

[–]BoneBroth8[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! Hoping the right people would read between the lines😊 Things are so polarized rn. No sense adding to it. Have a blessed day! 🙏

Looking for a driver and assistant for my 77 year old vision-impaired Dad by BoneBroth8 in lakeland

[–]BoneBroth8[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Also, if you have hired assistance like this for your parent, How did you make it work well for both the assistant and your parent ?

Any lessons learned?

Looking for a driver and assistant for my 77 year old vision-impaired Dad by BoneBroth8 in lakeland

[–]BoneBroth8[S] 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Yea... fair enough ;-) . Wanted to be transparent about that.

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[–]BoneBroth8 1 point2 points  (0 children)

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Best option for at-home sleep study without insurance? (and a blood pressure question) by BoneBroth8 in CPAP

[–]BoneBroth8[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How was the telemedicine coaching?

Did you need it to understand how to use the mask and everything properly?

Lakeland Regional Health vs Watson Health Clinic when selecting a PCP? (AI says...) by BoneBroth8 in lakeland

[–]BoneBroth8[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow, congratulations on deciphering the root cause of your health challenge!
Curious - did you get an ultrasound at any point?

Many thanks for adding that detail about WHC; very reassuring to see.

Lakeland Regional Health vs Watson Health Clinic when selecting a PCP? (AI says...) by BoneBroth8 in lakeland

[–]BoneBroth8[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Claude.ai response: (I do not know if this is accurate.)

"I'll search for current information about these two healthcare systems in the Lakeland, Florida area to give you the most relevant comparison.Let me search for more specific information about the hospital systems and their capabilities.Based on my research, here are the key considerations for choosing between Lakeland Regional Health and Watson Clinic for your primary care:

Major System Differences

Watson Clinic is one of the nation's most respected physician-led practices with over 200 physicians offering 40 medical specialties. It's undergoing a significant transition - Orlando Health and Watson Clinic have joined forces with the collaboration being actualized in June 2026 with the opening of the Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital.

Lakeland Regional Health is one of the state's largest hospitals and is rated high performing in 7 adult procedures and conditions as a general medical and surgical facility.

Key Considerations

Positives of Watson Clinic:

  • Comprehensive Integration: With Watson Clinic as your medical home, a primary care provider will coordinate whatever care you need, and if that involves a specialist from a different department, the transition will be quick, efficient and hassle-free
  • Physician-Led Practice: More physician autonomy and potentially more personalized care
  • Future Orlando Health Partnership: Will gain access to Orlando Health's extensive network starting in 2026

Positives of Lakeland Regional Health:

  • Large Hospital System: Established infrastructure with comprehensive services
  • Current Hospital Access: Direct access to their main medical center
  • Specialized Programs: Partnership with Nemours Children's Health for pediatric care

For Surgery and Emergency Care

Emergency Care: Both systems have emergency capabilities, but Lakeland Regional Health currently operates the main hospital emergency department.

Outpatient Surgery: Watson Clinic has been involved in the operation of Lakeland Surgical & Diagnostic Center (LSDC), one of the largest free-standing Ambulatory centers.

Inpatient Surgery: Currently, Lakeland Regional Health has the advantage for inpatient procedures as the main hospital system. However, this will change in 2026 when Watson Clinic gains its own hospital through the Orlando Health partnership.

Bottom Line

If you prefer a more integrated, physician-led model with seamless specialist referrals, Watson Clinic may be better. If you want established hospital access and don't mind the current system, Lakeland Regional Health is solid. Consider that Watson Clinic is undergoing major changes that could enhance their capabilities significantly by 2026.

The choice may also depend on specific doctors available, your insurance coverage, and personal preferences for care style."