Lakeland, FL – Watson Clinic is pleased to introduce Gaines W. Hammond, MD, FACS to their Urology department. Dr. Hammond possesses a wealth of experience in general urologic care and complex urologic surgical procedures. His specialized areas of focus include urologic oncology, prostate disease, kidney stones and reconstructive urologic surgical procedures.
Dr. Hammond received his medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, SC. He performed his internship and residency in General Surgery at the Methodist Hospital Graduate Medical Center in Indianapolis, IN, and an additional residency in Urology at Indiana University Medical Center in Indianapolis.
Dr. Hammond is board-certified in Urology by the American Board of Urology. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, and a member of the American Urological Association, the International Academy of Pelvic Surgery, the American Lithotripsy Society and the International Congress of Endourology.
Dr. Hammond is recognized as one of the most experienced practitioners of Radical Prostate Surgery in the Southeast. He has been instrumental in the development of innovative techniques related to pelvic and bladder reconstruction, and he owns an array of medical device patents registered in the United States and around the world. He has authored several articles for publication in noted medical journals, and has been a leader in the world of urologic research throughout his career.
Dr. Hammond’s practice will be located on the second floor of the Watson Clinic Main location at 1600 Lakeland Hills Boulevard in Lakeland. Call 863-680-7300 to schedule an appointment.
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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