Geriatrics is the branch of medicine that focuses on achieving the highest possible level of physical and functional well-being for older adults, preventing disability and disease, and promoting independence as aging occurs.

A geriatric practitioner is a primary care provider specially trained to prevent and manage the unique and, oftentimes, multiple health concerns of adults ages 55 and over. 

At Winneshiek Medical Center, geriatric professionals evaluate and treat health issues that become more common with aging such as:

• Arthritis
• Depression
• Diabetes
• Falls and Mobility
• Heart Disease
• Stroke
• High Blood Pressure
• High Cholesterol
• Incontinence
• Memory Loss
• Osteoporosis
• Dementia