Dr. Paul BresnanMD

Internal Medicine

at Paul Bresnan, MD — Lakeland, FL

About

Dr. Paul Bresnan brings 38 years of internal medicine experience to his patients in Lakeland, Florida. He earned his undergraduate degree in Premedical Sciences from Lehigh University in 1983, graduating Magna Cum Laude. He then completed his medical degree at The Medical College of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia in 1985. His post-graduate training took him to the New England Medical Center in Boston for his internship, followed by a residency in internal medicine at the University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital in Miami.

Dr. Bresnan holds certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine and maintains a Florida medical license. He has spent his entire career at Watson Clinic, a multi-specialty group in Lakeland, and holds hospital affiliations at Orlando Health Lakeland Highlands Hospital and Lakeland Regional Medical Center. He believes deeply that learning about a patient as a whole person is what drives good medicine. Outside the clinic, he pursues a broad range of interests including science fiction, Egyptology, and teaching robotics to middle and high school students.

Education & Training

Undergraduate

Lehigh University, Bachelor of Arts, Premedical Sciences, Magna Cum Laude (1983)

Medical School

The Medical College of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA (1985)

Residency

Internal Medicine, University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital, Miami, FL (1986-1988)

Additional Training

Internship, New England Medical Center, Boston, MA (1985-1986)

Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine

Who is Dr. Bresnan right for?

Dr. Bresnan is a strong fit for adults who want a long-term, relationship-driven primary care physician. Patients managing chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, or high cholesterol benefit from his preventive and proactive approach. He works well with individuals who value direct access to their doctor, including after-hours and on weekends. Patients who want comprehensive annual wellness screenings and a personalized health plan will find his MDVIP model well-suited to their needs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Bresnan specializes in internal medicine. He focuses on adult primary care, preventive health, and the management of chronic conditions. His 38 years at Watson Clinic give him deep experience across a broad range of internal medicine concerns.

Yes, Dr. Bresnan holds certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He also maintains an active medical license in Florida.

Dr. Bresnan earned his medical degree from The Medical College of Pennsylvania in 1985. He completed an internship at the New England Medical Center in Boston and then finished his internal medicine residency at the University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital in Miami.

Dr. Bresnan has practiced internal medicine at Watson Clinic in Lakeland for 38 years. He has spent his entire career at this multi-specialty group practice.

Yes. When you visit the office, you see Dr. Bresnan directly. He does not rely on nurse practitioners or physician assistants to conduct your appointments.

Yes. Dr. Bresnan is reachable by phone after hours and on weekends, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. This access is one of the core benefits of his MDVIP membership.

Dr. Bresnan holds affiliations with Orlando Health Lakeland Highlands Hospital and Lakeland Regional Medical Center. These affiliations allow him to coordinate care for patients who require hospital-level services.

Yes. Dr. Bresnan refers patients to specialists within Watson Clinic when appropriate. He also connects patients with specialists at other practices when the situation calls for it.

Dr. Bresnan builds each patient relationship on listening, empathy, and respect. He believes that understanding who a patient is as a person, including their values and life goals, is central to good medical care. His goal is to accompany patients on their health journeys over the long term.

Dr. Bresnan is interested in science fiction and Egyptology. He also volunteers his time teaching robotics to middle and high school students in his community.

Doctor profile last updated June 8, 2026