About
Dr. Jennifer Houtman grew up in Kalamazoo, graduating from Loy Norrix High School and the Kalamazoo Area Math & Science Center. She earned her undergraduate degree at Kalamazoo College, then her medical degree from Michigan State University College of Human Medicine. She completed her Family Medicine residency at the Kalamazoo Center for Medical Studies and has held board certification in Family Medicine since 2003. Her training spans both inpatient and outpatient family medicine, with and without OB.
Dr. Houtman brings particular focus to women's health, obesity medicine, and functional medicine. She holds membership in both the Obesity Medicine Association and the Institute for Functional Medicine, and she is currently completing further certification in functional nutrition. She actively teaches medical students and residents from Western Michigan University School of Medicine. Outside her practice, she provides medical care to seniors in local assisted living complexes and nursing homes through Visiting Nurse Practitioners. At home, she enjoys time with her husband Rob, her three daughters, and her pets. Camping, crafting, reading, and Bible Study Fellowship fill her time outside the office.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Kalamazoo College
Medical School
Michigan State University College of Human Medicine
Residency
Family Medicine, Kalamazoo Center for Medical Studies
Additional Training
Currently completing further certification in functional nutrition; Member of the Institute for Functional Medicine; Member of the Obesity Medicine Association
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Houtman right for?
Dr. Houtman serves patients of all ages seeking thorough, relationship-driven primary care. Adults managing chronic conditions, obesity, or hormonal concerns benefit from her functional medicine approach. Women looking for a physician attentive to their specific health needs find her a strong fit. Patients who want direct access to their doctor and genuinely unhurried appointments thrive in her practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Houtman treats a wide range of conditions. Her focus areas include obesity, women's health, chronic disease management, and functional medicine. She also addresses acute concerns such as UTIs, ear infections, sinus infections, sore throats, minor injuries, rashes, and minor lacerations.
Yes. Dr. Houtman holds board certification in Family Medicine from the American Board of Family Medicine. She earned her certification in 2003 and has maintained it since.
Dr. Houtman earned her medical degree from Michigan State University College of Human Medicine. She completed her Family Medicine residency at the Kalamazoo Center for Medical Studies. She has practiced inpatient and outpatient family medicine, with and without OB, since completing her residency.
Yes. Dr. Houtman is a member of the Institute for Functional Medicine and currently pursuing further certification in functional nutrition. Her functional medicine approach focuses on identifying root causes of disease rather than managing symptoms alone. She takes a patient-centered, evidence-based approach to address the underlying factors driving chronic conditions.
Dr. Houtman is a member of the Obesity Medicine Association and brings a clinical focus to weight management. She leads the physician-managed component of the practice's multidisciplinary "Your Journey" weight management program. The program addresses health, activity, nutrition, behavior modification, and hormones over a 15-week period.
Yes. Dr. Houtman serves as a community faculty member for Western Michigan University School of Medicine, with medical students rotating through her office. She has remained active in teaching medical students and residents throughout her career.
Yes. Dr. Houtman offers a full range of aesthetic laser treatments using the Alma Harmony XL Pro system. These include IPL therapy, laser hair removal, laser tattoo removal, skin resurfacing, acne treatment, scar treatment, skin tightening, cellulite reduction, and laser vein removal.
Yes. Members reach Dr. Houtman directly by phone, text, email, and telemedicine. The practice also offers extended hours, after-hours appointments, and house calls by request. This direct access is a core part of how Dr. Houtman structures her patient relationships.
Doctor profile last updated April 10, 2026