It’s no secret…women are different.
Throughout your journey as a woman, you have special health needs. Lakeland is committed to offering exemplary care in each stage of life. Whether you are preparing for a birth, managing menopause symptoms, or diagnosing any number of disorders we are ready for you.
As a wife, partner, daughter, friend, mother, you make decisions every day about the care and well-being of those around you. By choosing women’s health at Spectrum Health Lakeland, you can be confident that you’ve made the right decision for you, so you can be at your best—for yourself and those who depend on you.
It’s your journey. And we’ll be right beside you with the skills and expertise you need to ensure you get the most advanced and thorough care possible.
We help with a variety of services and can provide care for:
Breast Care
Cancer
Depression
Gynecology
Heart and vascular care
Incontinence, bladder, and pelvic health
Miscarriage support
Osteoporosis
Pregnancy care
Routine well-woman exams, PAP smear and cervical cancer screenings
Weight management
We all have a story to share.
We provide personalized health care to ensure you have the best possible experience while in our care. Each individual treatment and care plan at Lakeland is just as unique as your are. We are your partners in your health care journey.
Women throughout Southwest Michigan and beyond share their health care experiences at Spectrum Health Lakeland in the stories below.
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Aug 21, 2015 Reporting from Niles, MI
Continuous, compassionate care - Linda Dokter
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Aug 21, 2015
Aug 21, 2015
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Continuous, compassionate care - Linda Dokter
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Continuous, compassionate care - Linda Dokter
Aug, 2015
Physicians: Jeffrey Postma, DO
Orthopedic surgeons are specially trained to help patients manage certain conditions, relieve pain, restore mobility and independence, or return to work and other daily activities. To find an orthopedic surgeon near you, contact us.
For Linda Dokter, pain was a constant companion she only escaped while sleeping. With severe osteoarthritis from two bad falls, she was left with severe pain in her right leg and throughout her knee. Though Linda had visited various physicians seeking a solution for her pain, she didn't feel the trust and security needed to take the next step toward healing until meeting with Jeffrey Postma, MD, of Community Bone & Joint.
From the moment Linda met Dr. Postma, and they recognized their shared Dutch ancestry, she felt at ease. He not only did a thorough examination of her knee, he asked her many questions. Seeing that Linda had a piece of paper with questions written down, he told her, "I don't want you to leave until all of your questions are answered," and she didn't. He answered her questions, addressed her concerns, and reassured her. For the first time, Linda felt comfortable pursuing a solution to her pain through a knee replacement, and it was due to the security she felt in the compassionate, personable care of Dr. Postma.
Dr. Postma conducted Linda's knee replacement at Lakeland Hospital, Watervliet. It went smoothly and the next step was rehabilitation. After coordinating with Dr. Postma and her family physician, Linda decided to start her rehab at Pine Ridge Rehabilitation Center, and follow up with Homecare physical therapy. Linda was pleased with the level of physical therapy she received through Pine Ridge and Homecare, but one associate in particular really touched her.
Kevin Kutchie, PTA, one of Linda's Homecare therapy providers, really impressed her. Kevin made a point of encouraging Linda as she regained strength to return to the activities she loved.
"I wanted to be able to water my flowers, and he helped me learn how to navigate through my yard with my walker, so I could water my flowers again," said Linda. Similarly, Kevin helped prepare Linda for her return to work, helping her adjust to getting in and out of her car.
"I am so thankful, blessed, and glad to have it done," said Linda. "It has made such a difference. I can now walk or stand without pain or a limp, and I no longer dread going to the store because I have to walk. I can now carry my grandson without any pain."