Western Michigan University Athletics

Mission Statement
The Department of Medical Services at Western Michigan University is committed to the health and safety of our student-athletes. We will serve as an advocate for the affairs of the student-athletes' health and well-being, and we will be proactive in managing the student-athletes' total healthcare. 

We use an integrated team approach of certified athletic trainers, fellowship trained sports medicine physicians, athletic training students, and other qualified health professionals to effectively manage and treat various medical, physical, and mental conditions. In compliance with the WMU Division of Intercollegiate Athletics mission, the medical services department will strive to produce NCAA Division I programs for men and women characterized by excellence in athletics and academics while being recognized as a leader among ethical, non-discriminatory, and fiscal well-managed departments. 

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Medical Services Staff

Brian Bauer
Associate Athletic Director/Director of Medical Services
(269) 387-3089  //  brian.bauer@wmich.edu

Kyle Schiller
Assistant Director of Medical Services
Sports: Head Football
(269) 387-8652  //  kyle.d.schiller@wmich.edu

Max Elder
Assistant Director of Medical Services
Sports: Men's Basketball, Men's/Women's Tennis
(269) 387-3099 // max.elder@wmich.edu 

Michael Page
Assistant Director of Medical Services
Sports: Volleyball, Men's/Women's Tennis
(269) 387-3099  //  michael.page@wmich.edu

Danny Walen
Assistant Director of Medical Services
Sports: Men's Soccer, Spring Men's/Women's Soccer
(269) 276-3319  //  daniel.r.walen@wmich.edu

Miranda Boucard
Associate Athletic Trainer
Sports: Football, Cheer
(269) 387-8652  // miranda.boucard@wmich.edu

Bethany Dolezal
Associate Athletic Trainer
Sports: Hockey, Dance
(269) 387-3069 // bethany.f.dolezal@wmich.edu

Alexis French
Associate Athletic Trainer
Sports: Baseball, Golf
(269) 276-3319  //  alexis.french@wmich.edu

Kelsie Nimke
Associate Athletic Trainer
Sports: Gymnastics, Cross Country
(269) 387-3099  // kelsie.nimke@wmich.edu

J'may Simmons
Assistant Athletic Trainer
Sports: Women's Basketball, Track & Field
(269) 387-3099  //  jmay.simmons@wmich.edu

Montanna Windham
Assistant Athletic Trainer
Sports: Football, Track & Field
(269) 387-8652 // montanna.windham@wmich.edu

Jessica Zeitz
Assistant Athletic Trainer
Sports: Women's Soccer, Softball
(269) 276-3319  //  jessica.zeitz@wmich.edu

Kim Hemingway
Medical Insurance Claims
(269) 387-3063  //  kimberlee.schafer@wmich.edu

Team Physicians  //  Bronson Sports Medicine
Dr. Robert Baker, MD
Head Team Physician - Family Practice

Dr. Kyle Bronsteen, DO
Family Practice

Dr. Stacy Majoras, DO
Family Practice

Dr. Grant Bowman, MD
Orthopedics

Dr. Mark Sytsma, MD
Head Orthopedic Team Physician