Dr. Alison Collins, DO

Dr. Alison J. Collins, DO

Board-Certified Family Medicine Physician

Kalamazoo, Michigan

Dr. Collins is a Michigan-native family physician practicing in Kalamazoo. She is a graduate of Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine and is board certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians.

She brings together her medical training and a background in philosophy and the Great Books, approaching medicine as both a scientific discipline and a deeply human practice. In her work with patients, she values careful listening, clear communication, and thoughtful, evidence-based care. Her approach reflects a belief that strong doctor-patient relationships grow from trust, understanding, and shared responsibility for health.

Dr. Collins completed her residency training in Family Medicine in Northern Virginia, where she worked in rural and suburban outpatient practices as well as in tertiary and community hospitals. This wide range of experience prepared her to care for patients across many stages of life, with an emphasis on continuity, perspective, and long-term well-being.

Lake Michigan Beach

Education & Training

Virginia Commonwealth University
Shenandoah Valley Family Practice Residency

Family Medicine residency program with completion of an osteopathic internship

Michigan State University
College of Osteopathic Medicine

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine

Saint Paul VI Institute
for the Study of Human Reproduction

NaPro Technology Medical Consultant course

Franciscan University of Steubenville

Bachelor of Science in Biology
Cum Laude
Honors Great Books Program

Patient Feedback

On a scale of 1 to 10, I would give Dr. Collins 15. I know I'm a difficult patient with several health concerns, but she is very patient, caring, knowledgeable, and thorough.

Dr. Collins treated me with respect and actually took the time to listen to my needs

I like Dr. Collins because she takes her time with us. She is never rushed and she explains things clearly. She isn't annoyed with all our questions and takes her time to allay concerns.

I used to hate going to the doctors office. But the staff and especially Dr. Collins makes you feel at home and are so very nice. I finally found my doctor for life.

Dr. Collins is always very considerate of my concerns and takes everything into account when developing a plan to help my health. She truly makes sure we find the issue and solve it.

I love Dr. Collins and have referred many friends to her care. I'm even switching over my children's care to her soon too.

Board Certification & Licensure

American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians
AOA Board Certified in Family Medicine and Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment

Michigan Osteopathic Physician License

Michigan Controlled Substance License

DEA Controlled Substance Registration

Memberships

American Osteopathic Association

American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians

Catholic Medical Association

FACTS

Outside the Clinic

Outside of her medical practice, Dr. Collins’ life centers on her family and creative work. She enjoys design and craft projects, including creating greeting cards, and values the balance that creative work brings. She is married to her husband, Chet, and together they are raising four young children and a Bernese Mountain Dog.

Alison J. Collins, DO

Family Medicine Physician

1535 Gull Road, Suite 205, Kalamazoo, MI 49048

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