Senior Health

Make Your Health a Priority as You Get Older

According to the latest US Census, the current growth in the number and proportion of older adults in the United States is unprecedented in our nation’s history. The rapid aging of our population is driven by two realities:

  • Americans are living longer lives than in previous decades; many are now living into their seventies, eighties, and beyond.
  • Given the post-World War II baby boom, there are proportionately more older adults than in previous generations.

Nearly 40 percent of the hospital patients for whom Lakeland cares are aged 65 or older. Lakeland has a special commitment to caring for these members of our community and is now one of only 500 hospitals in the United States designated as a NICHE facility systemwide. NICHE (Nurses Improving Care for Healthsystem Elders) is the only national designation indicating a hospital’s commitment to elder care excellence. 

The NICHE program methods are designed to improve geriatric patient outcomes as well as satisfaction levels among patients and their families. Learn more about NICHE here.

As your age increases, so does your risk of heart disease, cancer, and other chronic diseases and conditions. It’s more important than ever to receive regular medical care.

The good news is that it’s never too late to take steps to reduce your risk and enjoy a higher quality of life. Be sure you have a primary care provider, also called a general practitioner, to serve as the “home base” for your medical care. Your primary care provider can send you to specialists if needed, and collect all your information in one place for future reference. Search for a provider below, or call the Lakeland HealthLine at 800-303-8399

Catharine Roos, MD

Catharine Roos, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology


About the Provider

Video Title:Check-up: Causes of bladder leakage (Catherine Roos, MD)

Video Summary: Bladder leakage, also known as urinary incontinence, can happen to women of all ages. Learn about the different types of incontinence and risk factors for developing them from obstetrician and gynecologist, Catharine Roos, MD.

Video Title:Check-up: Tips for infertility (Catherine Roos, MD)

Video Summary: Obstetrician and gynecologist, Catharine Roos, MD, shares natural ways and other treatments to increase ovulation.

Video Title:Physician Profile Video: Catharine Roos, MD (Women’s Health)

Video Summary: Catharine Roos, MD, shares the many reasons why patients schedule an appointment with an obstetrician and gynecologist.

Video Title:Check-up: The goal of kegel exercises (Catherine Roos, MD)

Video Summary: Watch obstetrician and gynecologist, Catharine Roos, MD, share what the goal is for doing Kegel exercises and how to properly do them wherever you are.

Video Title:Check-up: What does a gynecologist do? (Catherine Roos, MD)

Video Summary: Watch obstetrician and gynecologist, Catherine Roos, MD, discuss what patients of all ages can expect during their visit with a gynecologist.

Video Title:Check-up: What are ovarian cysts? (Catherine Roos, MD)

Video Summary: Ovarian cysts are very common in females of all ages. Learn about the different types and causes of cysts from obstetrician and gynecologist, Catharine Roos, MD.

Video Title:Umbilical cord prolapse: Bethany Curtis "Right place, right time"

Video Summary: Bethany Curtis shares her birthing experience with the care team at BellaNova Women's Health.

Video Title:Check-up: Urinary tract infections (Catherine Roos, MD)

Video Summary: Watch obstetrician and gynecologist, Catharine Roos, MD, share information about UTI prevention and treatment.

Education

Undergraduate
  • Andrews University
  • Major: Bachelor of Science
Residency
  • William Beaumont Hospital
  • Major: Medical Degree
Medical School
  • Loma Linda University School of Medicine
  • Major: Medical Doctor

Insurances Accepted

  • Priority Health

Office Locations

A

CH SWM Care Center WH Royalton

3950 Hollywood Rd, Suite 100,
St. Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 429-8010 (269) 408-0986 http://www.bellanovahealth.com Get Directions
B

InterCare Women's Health Center

796 Hwy M-139,
Benton Harbor, MI 49022
(855) 869-6900 http://https://www.intercare.org Get Directions

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