Spectrum Health Gerber Memorial Hospital offers a wide range of medical, surgical and specialty services. The hospital has a cancer care center, intensive care unit, birthing center and a women’s health center that performs mammograms, bone scans and ultrasounds. Gerber Memorial offers diagnostic imaging, including CT and MRI scans, home health services called Gerber Home Care and a physician-led medical weight loss program. The hospital’s medical wellness center, Tamarac, houses a rehabilitation group, fitness center and medical day spa.
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After a broken foot slowed her pace, a 93-year-old Michigan woman found renewed health in a customized fitness program.
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A new strength and conditioning program aims to help young athletes fine-tune their agility and safety in the pursuit of peak performance.
Stats and figures for the Gerber Foundation Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Spectrum Health Helen DeVos Children's Hospital.
