About

I’m a Michigan native; grew up in Plymouth and attended the University of Michigan. In my 20s I started the Washtenaw County chapter of HERO, a one-on-one mentoring program for homeless adults.  We facilitated classes in homeless shelters and prisons on goal-setting and developing a vision for the future, then graduates were matched with community volunteers who helped them reach their goals. 

At 29, I embarked on my own long-time dream of becoming a doctor.  After graduating from medical school at MSU College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2004, I completed a residency in Family Medicine, then moved to rural West Virginia to work at a federally funded clinic.  There I was able to maintain and hone a broad range of skills, as many patients did not want to travel to the city for specialty care.  I also enjoyed the beauty of West Virginia – hills, gorges, rivers, biking, kayaking, skiing and hiking.

From there, I came home to Ann Arbor and worked at Integrated Health Associates (IHA) until 2019.  While at IHA, I helped create a program to optimize physician-patient communication, and participated in a fantastic leadership training program for medical providers.  

I made the decision to start my own practice so I could focus on taking care of patients using an innovative model of healthcare, without the hassle of insurance or government requirements. Because my practice is small and lean, I can adjust things as needed, see what works, and collaborate with my patients to develop an individualized approach to optimize their well-being. 

What Patients Are Saying:

I delayed discussing a health issue I struggled with most of my life because I feared not being understood by doctors. However, when I met with Dr. Klaes, her sincere and open communication style allowed me to open up. Her approach was so compassionate and individualized to me!

– Kris L.