About
Marcus L. Griffin, MD is a board-eligible internist who has practiced medicine on Maui for over thirty years. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Natural Science from the University of Cincinnati in 1983. He then completed his Doctorate of Medicine at Wright State University School of Medicine in Dayton, Ohio in 1991. He trained in internal medicine at The Christ Hospital in Cincinnati, completing both his internship and residency there by 1994.
Dr. Griffin joined Maui Memorial Medical Center as an Attending Physician in 1994, a role he continues today. He has served on the hospital's Executive Committee as Treasurer, the Peer Review Committee, and the Credentials Committee over the years. He chaired the Departments of Medicine, Family Practice, and Psychiatry at Maui Memorial from 2009 to 2011. Since 2009, he has directed the Kihei-Wailea Medical Center Free Screening Clinic. He also served as a Clinical Professor at the John A. Burns School of Medicine, University of Hawaii, from 2010 to 2021. Dr. Griffin holds interests in travel and exotic medicine, health and wellness, weight management, and geriatric medicine. Outside the clinic, he enjoys international travel, ocean kayaking, fishing, camping, and time with his family.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Cincinnati, Bachelor of Science, Natural Science, 1983
Medical School
Wright State University School of Medicine, Dayton, OH — Doctorate of Medicine, 1991
Residency
Internal Medicine, The Christ Hospital, Cincinnati, OH, 1992-1994
Additional Training
Internship: Internal Medicine, The Christ Hospital, Cincinnati, OH, 1991-1992; Clinical Professor, John A. Burns School of Medicine, University of Hawaii, 2010-2021
Who is Dr. Griffin right for?
Dr. Griffin works well with adults seeking a long-term primary care relationship built on trust and access. Patients managing chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, or high cholesterol benefit from his preventive and holistic approach. He is a strong fit for adults interested in weight management, nutrition, and incorporating complementary care into their health plan. Patients who need specialist coordination on Maui will find his deep local network particularly valuable. Those who want a physician reachable after hours and on weekends will feel well-supported in his practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Griffin specializes in internal medicine with particular interest in health and wellness, weight management, geriatric medicine, and travel and exotic medicine. He also addresses chronic conditions such as type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension through preventive and holistic care strategies.
Dr. Griffin has practiced on Maui since 1994, when he joined Maui Memorial Medical Center as an Attending Physician. That makes his tenure on the island more than three decades. He has built deep roots in the local medical community over that time.
Dr. Griffin earned his medical degree from Wright State University School of Medicine in Dayton, Ohio in 1991. He completed both his internship and residency in internal medicine at The Christ Hospital in Cincinnati, Ohio, finishing in 1994.
Yes. Dr. Griffin served as a Clinical Professor at the John A. Burns School of Medicine at the University of Hawaii from 2010 to 2021. Teaching has been a consistent part of his professional life alongside his clinical work.
Dr. Griffin treats the patient as the captain of their own health journey and himself as the navigator. He takes a holistic approach that incorporates diet, exercise, supplements, and alternative care alongside conventional medicine. He emphasizes patient engagement and active participation in every care decision.
Yes. Dr. Griffin actively coordinates subspecialty care for patients who need it. He has spent decades building relationships with local specialists and institutions, and his MDVIP membership also connects patients with leading medical centers nationally when advanced care is required.
Dr. Griffin holds affiliations with Maui Memorial Medical Center and Hale Makua Residential. He has served as an Attending Physician at Maui Memorial since 1994 and at Hale Makua Health Services since 2005.
Dr. Griffin has directed the Kihei-Wailea Medical Center Free Screening Clinic since 2009. He also served on the Board of the Community Clinic of Maui and has held leadership roles at Maui Memorial Medical Center and in the Maui County Medical Society.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026