65+ and Thriving: Should I See a Geriatrician?

If you’re 65 or above – and feeling just fine – you might not think you need to see a doctor every year. But Dr. Sakeitha Crowder, a geriatrician at Novant Health, would like you to reconsider. She tells her patients, 65 is a pivotal age – it's a time when your body starts to change, even if you might not be aware of it. In this episode, Crowder explains that she wants to partner with her patients to take a proactive approach to their health journey. This includes understanding the difference and importance of scheduling an annual wellness exam and an annual physical. She also answers the most common questions she hears about aging, and offers some practical advice for choosing the right doctor in your golden years.