Laurie Birkholz, MD

"Laurie Birkholz, MD, is a board certified Family Medicine physician and fellowship-trained Women’s Health specialist. Dr. Birkholz believes in the importance of caring for the whole woman through a holistic approach based in lifestyle medicine and prevention. Her Women’s Health training allows for additional focus in areas that include menopausal medicine, sexual health and gynecology.

Dr. Birkholz embraces the belief that knowledge is power and strives to educate and empower her patients to lead their healthiest and most fulfilling lives. She is committed to providing a safe space that offers compassionate, evidence-based medicine while promoting social tolerance and equality. ALL are welcome and celebrated in her practice.

Dr. Birkholz, husband Eric, and their two children, Hayden and Anna, live in Saugatuck, MI, and love all things outdoors. She is a life-long wellness enthusiast, avid runner and Peloton addict."

"We strive to provide exceptional, accessible, personalized medicine.  Our membership medicine model allows us to offer comprehensive women’s primary care and specialty care services with a focus on prevention and well-being. Dr. Birkholz brings years of experience in primary care medicine, as well as women’s specific care, such as menopause management, sexual health, breast cancer risk assessment and prevention, gynecology, pelvic floor conditions and more. 

Ms.Medicine practices are membership-based and charge an annual (or monthly) patient fee instead of opting into insurance and Medicare plans. This practice structure allows you to have longer patient appointments, enhanced access, telehealth appointments when appropriate, direct email and cell phone access to Dr. Birkholz, and improved healthcare navigation services. This approach was structured to add value to your health, well-being and quality of life."