Dr. Benjamin Roose joins SageWest Health Care

SageWest is pleased to welcome board-certified general surgeon Dr. Benjamin Roose to our team. Dr. Roose will be providing general surgery services at SageWest and caring for patients at the Wind River Clinics in Riverton and Lander.

"We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Roose to SageWest and anticipate the expertise and care he will offer to our patients and communities," said John Whiteside, CEO of SageWest Health Care. "Delivering high-quality surgical services in our rural communities is essential, and Dr. Roose's knowledge and experience will be crucial in addressing the healthcare needs of those we serve."

As a surgeon, Dr. Roose helps patients maintain their health by removing infections, masses, or repairing tissue, while also emphasizing the importance of nonsurgical care through information and encouragement. His specialty is general surgery, with a focus on acute care surgery and rural medicine. Dr. Roose's practice includes performing colonoscopies, laparoscopic surgeries for quick healing, and treating colon and breast cancers. He also specializes in hernia repair, gall bladder disease, lumps and bumps, diverticulitis, and appendicitis. Dr. Roose enjoys reading, rock climbing, traveling, playing board games, and spending time with friends.

“My practice is dedicated to identifying the best treatments to improve patients' health and quality of life, whether through surgical or non-surgical methods,” shared Dr. Benjamin Roose, general surgeon at SageWest Health Care. “I believe in treating each patient with integrity and compassion, ensuring personalized care for everyone.”

Dr. Roose joins SageWest after practicing at Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital in Cadillac, Michigan, and serving with World Medical Missions in Burundi, Africa, where he provides various surgical and non-surgical treatments in high-need, low-resource settings. He earned his medical degree from Ohio State University College of Medicine in Columbus, Ohio, and completed his general surgery residency at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Dr. Roose is board certified by the American Board of General Surgery.

For an appointment with Dr. Roose in either the Lander or Riverton clinic, call 307.857.3488.