Published on September 05, 2024

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Fifteen Bronson Practices Welcome New Providers

At Bronson, everything we do is about providing you with the best care possible. That’s why these physicians and advanced practice providers chose to join Team Bronson.

Roy Putnam, DO smiles at the camera.

Bronson Adult Critical Care welcomes Roy Putnam, DO, to its team. Dr. Putnam completed his critical care medicine fellowship at Franciscan Alliance, Olympia Fields, Ill. He received his medical degree from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine in East Lansing, Mich. and completed his residency in internal medicine at University of Michigan Health West, Wyoming, Mich. Dr. Putnam is board-certified in internal medicine and board-eligible in critical care medicine. Bronson Adult Critical Care is located at 601 John St., Suite M510 in Kalamazoo and 300 North Ave. in Battle Creek.
Blair Graham, DO, smiles at the camera.

Bronson Internal Medicine Hospital Specialists welcomes Blair Graham, DO, to its team. Dr. Graham earned her medical degree at Lincoln Memorial University - DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine in Harrogate, Tenn., and completed her residency in internal medicine-pediatrics at Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo, Mich. Dr. Graham provides care as an internal medicine hospital specialist at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo, Bronson Battle Creek Hospital, Bronson Lakeview Hospital in Paw Paw and Bronson South Haven Hospital. Dr. Graham can be reached at (269) 341-8481.
Harmanpreet Kaur, MD, smiles at the camera.

Bronson Internal Medicine – John Street welcomes Harmanpreet Kaur, MD, to its team. Dr. Kaur completed her internal medicine residency at Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine in Kalamazoo, Mich. She received her medical degree from Government Medical College in Patiala, Punjab, India. Dr. Kaur has a special interest in preventative care, women’s health and weight loss. Bronson Internal Medicine is located at 601 John Street in Kalamazoo. Dr. Kaur is accepting new patients and can be reached at (269) 381-5060.
Carlos Oliveira, PsyD, smiles at the camera.

Bronson Medical Group welcomes Carlos Oliveira, PsyD, to its team. Dr. Oliveira will care for patients at Bronson Neuroscience Center – Kalamazoo and Bronson Lakeview Neurobehavioral Health. He completed his master’s in counseling psychology at National University in Stockton, Calif., and received his psychology doctorate from the California School of Professional Psychology – Alliant in Sacramento, Calif. Dr. Oliveira has a special interest in neuropsychology assessment, treatment and research and the early detection of Alzheimer’s disease. He was most recently employed with the Battle Creek VA Medical Center. Bronson Neuroscience Center is located at 601 John Street in Kalamazoo. Bronson Lakeview Neurobehavioral Health is located at 404 Hazen Street in Paw Paw. Dr. Oliveira can be reached at (269) 341-7500.
Natalie Carothers, NP, smiles at the camera.

Bronson Obstetrics & Gynecology Specialists - Portage welcomes Natalie Carothers, NP, to its team. Natalie received her Master of Science in nursing from Frontier Nursing University in Versailles, Ky. She has a special interest in patient education and supporting women through each transition in life. Natalie has seven years of experience in obstetrics and gynecology and was most recently employed with Bronson Methodist Hospital as a labor and delivery registered nurse. Due to storm damage at our Portage location, Natalie will be seeing patients temporarily at Bronson OB/GYN Specialists – Kalamazoo, 2845 S11th Street, and Bronson OB/GYN Specialists - Paw Paw, 451 Health Parkway, Suite D. She can be reached at (269) 327-221
Brendan Collins, DO, smiles at the camera.

Bronson Obstetrics & Gynecology Specialists welcomes Brendan Collins, DO, to its team. Dr. Collins completed his obstetrics and gynecology residency at St Francis Hospital and Medical Center in Hartford, CT, and is board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology. He received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Michigan State University in East Lansing, Mich. He has 9 years of experience in obstetrics and gynecology and was most recently employed with Grace Health. Bronson Obstetrics & Gynecology Specialists is located at 3238 Capital Ave. SW in Battle Creek. Dr. Collins can be reached at (269) 979-6432.
Adam Driscoll, MD, smiles at the camera.

Bronson Orthopedic & Joint Specialists welcomes Adam Driscoll, MD, to its team. Dr. Driscoll is board-certified in orthopedic surgery. Dr. Driscoll completed his residency in orthopedic surgery at Beaumont Health in Royal Oak, Mich. and received his medical degree from Michigan State University College of Human Medicine in Grand Rapids, Mich. He finished his fellowship in adult hip and knee reconstruction at the University of Iowa in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Driscoll has a special interest in young adult hip preservation surgery, including hip arthroscopy and periacetabular osteotomy. He also focuses on hip and knee reconstruction, particularly revision hip and knee replacement surgery. Bronson Orthopedic & Joint Specialists is located at 601 John St., Suite M-424 in Kalamazoo. Dr. Driscoll can be reached at (855) 618-2676.
Brian Michalsen, DO, smiles at the camera.

Bronson Primary Care Partners – Centre Ave. welcomes Brian Michalsen, DO, to its team. Dr. Michalsen received his medical degree from Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine in Downers Grove, Ill. He then went on to complete his family practice residency at Advocate Lutheran General in Park Ridge, Ill. and his sports medicine fellowship at Resurrection Medical Center in Chicago, Ill. Bronson Primary Care Partners is located at 2700 East Centre Ave. in Portage. You can reach him at (269) 286-7050.
Ashley Akkal, MD, smiles at the camera.

Bronson Primary Care Partners - Richland welcomes Ashley Akkal, MD, to its team. Dr. Akkal is board-certified in pediatrics and completed her pediatric residency at the University of Virginia, where she was actively involved in quality improvement projects and resident education. Her initiatives included implementing a social media screening tool during adolescent visits, highlighting her dedication to addressing the evolving health needs of young patients. Bronson Primary Care Partners is located at 8906 M-89 in Richland. Dr. Akkal is currently accepting new patients. Call (269) 286-7130 to schedule an appointment.
Zachary Bauer, DO, smiles at the camera.

Bronson Pulmonary Medicine Specialists and Bronson Adult Critical Care welcome Zachary Bauer, DO, to their teams. Dr. Bauer is a physician specializing in caring for patients with lung disorders and the care of critically ill patients in the intensive care unit. He finds his specialty to be highly rewarding as he gets to work with patients, helping them to improve their health and focus on providing answers about the underlying causes of their conditions. Dr. Bauer completed his pulmonary and critical care medicine fellowship at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, Mich. He received his medical degree from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine in East Lansing, Mich. and completed his residency in internal medicine at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, Mich. Dr. Bauer is board-certified in internal medicine and pulmonary disease. Bronson Pulmonary Medicine Specialists is located at 535 S. Burdick St., Suite 160 in Kalamazoo and 363 Fremont St., Suite 100 in Battle Creek. Dr. Bauer can be reached at Bronson Pulmonary Medicine Specialists in Kalamazoo at (269) 388-5864.
Norman Orabi, MD, smiles at the camera.

Bronson Otolaryngology, Head & Neck Surgery Specialists welcomes Norman Orabi, MD, to its team. Dr. Orabi received his medical degree from the University of Michigan Medical School in Ann Arbor, Mich. He completed his head and neck surgery residency in the Department of Otolaryngology at West Virginia University School of Medicine in Morgantown, W.Va. Dr. Orabi provides patient care in all areas of otolaryngology including ears, throat, nose, sinuses, sleep medicine, head/neck lesions and more. Dr. Orabi provides care at Bronson Otolaryngology, Head & Neck Surgery Specialists in Kalamazoo at 601 John St., Suite M-273 and in Battle Creek at 300 North Ave., Suite 1400. Dr. Orabi can be reached at (269) 381-0180.
Michael Terrio, DO, smiles at the camera.

Bronson Internal Medicine – Stadium Drive welcomes Michael Terrio, DO, to its team. Dr. Terrio completed his internal medicine fellowship at Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. Medical School in Kalamazoo, Mich. and is board-certified in internal medicine. Dr. Terrio received his Doctor of Medicine from Kansas City University in Kansas City, Mo. He has a special interest in weight management. Bronson Internal Medicine is located at 5629 Stadium Dr. Ste. B in Kalamazoo. Dr. Terrio can be reached at (269) 544-3270.
Meredith Ulmer, DO, smiles at the camera.

Bronson Primary Care Partners - Three Rivers welcomes Meredith Ulmer, DO, to its team. Dr. Ulmer completed her residency at Resurrection Medical Center in Chicago, Ill. Dr. Ulmer received her medical degree from Michigan State University in East Lansing, Mich. She has a special interest in women’s health, menopause, weight loss, children’s health and mental health. Bronson Primary Care Partners is located at 601 S. US Highway 131 in Three Rivers. You can reach Dr. Ulmer at (269) 286-7070.
Alyssa Engle, MD, smiles at the camera.

Bronson Pediatric Medicine Hospital Specialists welcomes Alyssa Engle, MD, to its team. She will be working as a hospitalist at Bronson Methodist Hospital. Dr. Engle completed her internal medicine-pediatrics residency at West Virginia University in Morgantown, W. Va., and received her medical degree from the University of Utah School of Medicine in Salt Lake City, Utah. Bronson Pediatric Medicine Hospital Specialists is located at 601 John St., Suite E-352 in Kalamazoo. Dr. Engle can be reached at (269) 341-8986.

 
Valerie Withrow, NP, smiles at the camera.

Bronson Wound Center & Hyperbaric Medicine - Battle Creek welcomes Valerie Withrow, NP, to its team. Valerie received her master’s degree from Spring Arbor University in Spring Arbor, Mich. She has a special interest in wound care and negative pressure wound therapy. Bronson Wound Center & Hyperbaric Medicine is located at 300 North Avenue in Battle Creek. Valerie can be reached at (269) 245-8560.