Scott Richard Kling, MD

Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopedics - Sports Medicine, Sports Medicine

Languages Spoken:

English

Gender:

Male

4.9
Based on 215 ratings
Scott Richard Kling, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon Specializing in Hip, Knee, and Shoulder Care in Newport News, VA – Scott Richard Kling, MD

Dr. Kling, a fellowship trained surgeon, specializes in hip arthroscopy for the treatment of femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) and labral tears, arthroscopic anatomic anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction, arthroscopic meniscus surgery and patellar instability. He also specializes in shoulder arthroscopy for the treatment of instability and rotator cuff tears. Dr. Kling serves as the Physician Practice Director for Riverside Orthopedics, Sports Medicine and Physiatry Specialists.

After earning his medical degree at the University of Pennsylvania, Dr. Kling completed an orthopedic residency, followed by an advanced fellowship in hip arthroscopy, at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio. He further completed a sports medicine fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh. Dr. Kling is certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery.

Dr. Kling currently serves as the Head Team Orthopedic Surgeon for Christopher Newport University. He is also the Team Orthopedist for Lionsbridge FC and the Peninsula Pilots. He has previously served as an assistant team physician for the Cleveland Browns, as well as working with the Pittsburgh Steelers, Pittsburgh Penguins, University of Pittsburgh, and Duquesne University.

Dr. Kling is an alumnus of The College of William and Mary, where he met his wife. They reside in Williamsburg with their two daughters.

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Education

Medical: University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine
Residency: University Hospitals Case Medical Center-Cleveland
Internship: University Hospitals Case Medical Center-Cleveland
Fellowship: University Hospitals Case Medical Center-Cleveland
Fellowship: University Health Center, University of Pittsburgh GME
Fellowship: UPMC Montefiore University Hospital

Board Certifications

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery

Locations

Riverside Orthopedic, Sports Medicine & Physiatry Specialists

12200 Warwick Boulevard, 310, Newport News, VA 23601

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Ratings & Reviews

Riverside Health is committed to exceptional quality, safety and service. All ratings and comments are obtained from patient survey data collected and verified by Press Ganey, an independent organization focused on improving patient experience. Star ratings are displayed for those physicians who participate in Riverside’s patient experience survey program through Press Ganey and have received a minimum of 30 surveys responses.

Overall Satisfaction
4.9
Based on 215 ratings
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April 30, 2026
He is completely awesome, I am in great hands
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April 29, 2026
Doctor Kling was amazing. He listens well he answers questions well and he treats you like a real human being.
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April 28, 2026
Dr. Kling is always very considerate and honest about recovery and care. I greatly appreciate his feedback with the recovery of my son from his shoulder surgery.
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April 26, 2026
I love Dr Kling! I never feel the knee shot other than med going in. He does an awesome job!!
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April 25, 2026
Dr. Kling is AMAZING. He's a very smart man and will explain things to you in a way you will understand. He's the first Doctor to truly give me a path to figure out why I've been in pain for years. Such a nice and respectful Doctor. I'm glad I chose him.
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April 20, 2026
Outstanding bedside manner, listened to all my concerns and gave clear guidance on expected course of treatment and risks and benefits of potential interventions. Would absolutely recommend to family or friends.
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April 18, 2026
Dr. Kling is very easy to talk to and genuinely cares about my concerns. He always treats me with respect and is willing to discuss treatment options with me in detail. He is also willing to think outside the box. I highly recommend him to everyone. He is truly one of the good surgeons out there.
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April 05, 2026
Great!
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March 28, 2026
Dr. Kling, is the best orthopedic surgeon I have ever seen. I had multiple doctors in the north east, but he is by far much better than any of them.
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March 22, 2026
Great
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March 13, 2026
Great place to come
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March 12, 2026
He told that I came in with knee pain and that I would walk out with no knee pain very good
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March 09, 2026
Dr. Kling is amazing. Caring, kind, and honest. He is very easy to talk to and explains treatment in a very comprehensive manner. If needing orthopedic care, I would definitely recommend him.
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February 20, 2026
we had a barrage of questions for him about all the treatments and explanations. He was great and took the time to answer them all.
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February 17, 2026
Excellent service
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February 17, 2026
Dr. Kling is an amazing physician who asks just the right thing to distract you from what he is doing, works great for me!
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February 13, 2026
Excellent care, Excellent doctor.
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February 12, 2026
I would definitely recommend Dr.Kling and NP
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February 10, 2026
Excellent and always on time
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February 08, 2026
Love Dr Kling. No nonsense, good listener and bedside manner
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Featuring: Scott Richard Kling, MD


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