DENSO Family Health Center and Pharmacy – Battle Creek
Healthcare that puts you first
Different on purpose
DENSO Family Health Center and Pharmacy - Battle Creek is not your typical doctor’s office. As your health and wellness ally, we take the time to get to know you and understand your unique needs. We build a trusting relationship with you, leading to better, quality care. With same-day or next-day appointments available, in-person or virtually, you can get the care you need when you need it. Skip the forms and long waits and spend more time with your provider.
Battle Creek
4909 Wayne Road
Battle Creek, MI 49037
Health Center Phone: (269) 965-3465
Pharmacy Phone: (269) 963-5991
Health Center Fax: (269) 965-3473
Pharmacy Fax: (269) 963-5992
Health Center Hours of Operation:
Monday – Friday 7 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Pharmacy Hours of Operation:
Monday, Wednesday, & Friday: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday: 7 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Thursday: 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Pharmacy is closed for lunch daily from 12:30pm – 1pm
Your health needs under one roof
As a DENSO associate, you have access to a comprehensive range of healthcare services, including primary care, women’s health, physical therapy, vaccines, lab services, pharmacy, and more.
Meet your care team.
Dr. Kim Gloystein, MD Medical Director
Dr. Kim Gloystein is a native of Nebraska and received his medical degree from the University of Nebraska College of Medicine in 1983. He then came to Kalamazoo, Michigan and finished his residency in Internal Medicine as chief resident in 1987. He is board-certified in internal medicine. During his career he has had a special interest in acute care and has spent time as an emergency room physician and working in the urgent care. He has treated patients in the office setting, ER and UC in southwest Michigan for over 30 years. His experience in acute care has reinforced his belief in the importance of preventative care and diligent management of chronic disease.
Dr. Gloystein is married to his wife Carrie and has three children and one grandchild. His other interests include golfing, home improvement projects and spending time with family and friends.
April Felton, FNP-C
April brings 14 years of nursing experience to Premise Health. She received her undergraduate degree at Robert B. Miller College, and her master’s degree in Nursing at South University. She is certified by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners as a family Nurse Practitioner in Primary Care. She enjoys helping patients with their healthcare needs and promoting wellness. When she is not taking care of the DENSO population April enjoys working on her farm and riding her horses.
Michelle Mellinger-Wolschlager, NP
Michelle received her bachelor’s degree in social work in 1997 from Western Michigan University, associate degree in nursing from Kellogg Community College in 2001 and master’s degree in nursing from Michigan State University in 2010. She has a Board Certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner from the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP). She spent her time as a RN working in home care, case management, family practice and pediatrics. Her years of practice as an NP has given her plenty of experience in Family Practice, Pediatrics, Urgent Care, Psychiatry and treatment of Substance Use Disorders.
She resides with her husband, teenage son, and three dogs. Her interests include spending time with family and friends, spoiling her dogs, watching movies, and traveling when she can.
She believes that listening and communicating with patients is an important part of care. Working as a team and helping assess and treat mental and physical health issues for individuals and families help to bring a whole person approach to care.
Laura Everett, PT – Physical Therapist
Laura is a licensed Doctor of Physical Therapy with 13 years of clinical practice in the field of physical therapy. She first attended Kellogg Community College where she received her Associates of Applied Science as a Physical Therapist Assistant in 2006. She then went on to continue her education and graduated from the University of Findlay with her DPT in 2015. She brings a variety of clinical experience to the DENSO team, including outpatient, skilled nursing, home health, acute care, pediatrics and aquatics. She continues to learn new skills and has completed a certification in running and dance. She enjoys being active outdoors, weightlifting, and coaching and uses her knowledge to assist her clients achieve their full rehab potential.
Alexandra Ledington HCM – Health Center Manager
Lexie believes that patient care is first and foremost for a healthcare facility. She enjoys being an advocate for the families that come through the health center doors and cheers with them as their health goals are achieved. Lexie graduated from Western Michigan University in 2013 with her Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation and Management and brings a wealth of knowledge to the DFHC. Lexie has been with the DFHC since they opened in 2017 and was promoted to Health Center Manager in 2021.