About
Dr. Howard Bortman is a board-certified Family Medicine physician with a sports medicine specialty and more than 25 years of private practice experience. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Dietetics and Pre-Med from Michigan State University in 1990. He then completed his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree at Midwestern University's Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine, graduating in 1994. After an internship from 1994 to 1995, he completed his Family Medicine residency from 1995 to 1997. He holds staff privileges at Corewell Health, Henry Ford Health, and Detroit Medical Center. Dr. Bortman speaks both English and Japanese.
Dr. Bortman grounds his practice in clear communication and long-term patient relationships. He is passionate about daily exercise and brings that interest into conversations about preventive health. Outside the office, he is an animal lover who supports pet rescue efforts. He enjoys RC car racing with his son and stays deeply committed to caring for his mother and special needs brother. That personal experience with ongoing caregiving informs the empathy he brings to every patient interaction.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Michigan State University, B.S. in Dietetics & Pre-Med (1990)
Medical School
Midwestern University, Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine (1990–1994)
Residency
Family Medicine Residency (1995–1997); Internship (1994–1995)
Additional Training
Southfield Lathrup High School (1985)
Certifications
Languages
English, Japanese
Who is Dr. Bortman right for?
Dr. Bortman suits patients who want a primary care physician they can reach directly and see quickly. Adults managing ongoing health concerns benefit from his preventive, relationship-driven approach. Patients with active lifestyles or sports-related injuries can draw on his sports medicine background. He also works well with uninsured patients, helping them navigate specialist referrals and cash-pay imaging options. Anyone who values extended, unhurried visits over a standard 15-minute appointment will find his practice a strong match.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Bortman treats the full range of primary care conditions through his family medicine training. He also applies his sports medicine specialty to musculoskeletal injuries and athletic health concerns. Preventive care, chronic disease management, and wellness visits all fall within his scope.
Yes. Dr. Bortman holds board certification in Family Medicine. He earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Midwestern University's Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his Family Medicine residency in 1997.
Dr. Bortman completed his undergraduate degree at Michigan State University and his medical degree at Midwestern University's Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine. He finished his internship in 1995 and his Family Medicine residency in 1997.
Yes. Dr. Bortman holds staff privileges at Corewell Health, Henry Ford Health, and Detroit Medical Center. Those affiliations allow him to coordinate hospital-based care and specialist referrals on behalf of his members.
Dr. Bortman speaks both English and Japanese.
Dr. Bortman has run a private medical practice since 1997, giving him more than 25 years of direct patient care experience in family and sports medicine.
Yes. Dr. Bortman offers home visits for his members. Contact the practice directly for scheduling details and availability.
Dr. Bortman personally coordinates specialist referrals and imaging orders for his patients. For members without insurance, he helps identify affordable cash-pay options so they can access the outside care they need.
Dr. Bortman focuses on practical, patient-centered medicine built on trust and clear communication. He prioritizes extended visits and direct access so patients can have real conversations about their health. His goal is to serve as each patient's navigator, advocate, and consultant.
Doctor profile last updated August 16, 2026