Marcia E. Kling, M.D. – Family Medicine: Prioritizing Personalized Care

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — For more than 30 years, Marcia E. Kling, M.D., has dedicated her career to family medicine—though, to her, it’s more than a career.

“I couldn’t see myself doing anything else,” she said. “I’m a healer, an educator and a problem-solver. The joy I get from helping someone feel better or stabilize their condition is what still motivates me every day.”

A Shelby Township native, Dr. Kling returned to her hometown after medical school, drawn by the community’s small-town values and her close-knit family. “I grew up here, and my mom and most of my family are still nearby,” she said. “It’s where I wanted to raise my children and build my practice.”

After decades in traditional practice, Dr. Kling recently transitioned to a membership-based model through MDVIP, which allows her to tailor treatment plans to each patient’s needs. “If someone comes in with high blood pressure and anxiety, for example, we talk through it and come up with an individualized plan.”

Dr. Kling emphasized the value of taking time during appointments—a rarity in primary care offices. “Some visits take an hour and a half, and that’s OK. This model gives me the freedom to be thorough, especially for medically complex patients.”

Through MDVIP, Dr. Kling partners with Cleveland HeartLab, Galleri for multi-cancer detection and uses genetic testing to assess her patients’ cardiovascular and dementia risk. She also stays current through continuing education and daily medical updates. “You have to be up to date—patients will know if you aren’t,” she added.

Beyond primary care, Dr. Kling has a passion for cosmetic dermatology. She offers non-surgical treatments like Morpheus8—microneedling combined with radiofrequency (RF) technology—and Lumecca IPL (intense pulsed light) therapy for skin rejuvenation, hyperpigmentation, sun damage and vascular issues.

On May 8, Dr. Kling and her staff are hosting a “Red Carpet VIP” event for the public from 4 to 7 p.m. featuring live demos, giveaways and skincare consultations.

As a business owner and physician, Dr. Kling encourages other women to seek community support, research small business resources and build a strong family or co-parenting network. “Don’t be afraid to step off the merry-go-round and focus on your own goals,” she said.

She also serves as a mentor to aspiring medical professionals, including students from local schools. “Medicine is a calling,” she said. “You’ve got to work harder, know more and pay attention to the details. That’s the difference between a good and great physician.”

The office of Marcia E. Kling, M.D. – Family Medicine is located at 47733 Van Dyke Ave. in Shelby Township. To make an appointment, call (586) 254-2534 or visit mdvip.com/doctors/marciaklingmd.