Barbara B Calkins, MD
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About
It has really been my privilege to be able to be involved in the lives of so many wonderful families. I have been practicing pediatrics since 1999. Watching babies grow to be school-aged children and being part of the community they live in has been rewarding. I really love what I do!
Being a pediatrician is so much more than well checks or sick visits in the office. I am truly your child's advocate! I will care for your child in the hospital as a newborn or sick child, or communicate with specialists for them when their care becomes more complicated, and speak with their teachers or counselors at school to advocate for their health and well-being.
At each office visit, I interview both the child and the parent to address their questions and needs. I want to make sure I adequately communicate with both during their visit. Being able to get to the level of a child to communicate and examine them is just one integral piece in forming a bond with your child. It is also getting to know the parents and the entire family, and being an effective communicator with everyone. These are unique qualities that I have and hope to share with you.
Titles
- Primary care pediatrician, Children's Wisconsin
- Executive board member, Children's Medical Group
- Committee member, Children's Medical Group Compensation & Strategy Committee and Quality Committee
- Board member and executive committee member, Medical College of Wisconsin Medical Alumni Association
Certifications
- Pediatrics
Education
- 1996, Medical College of Wisconsin, MD
Residencies
- 1999, University of Colorado (Denver, CO) - Pediatrics
Awards
- Milwaukee Magazine Top Doctor
Conditions & Treatments
Insurance Information
If you're not sure whether your health plan covers care at Children's Wisconsin, it's best to call your insurance company. They can tell you if your plan includes Children's and how much it will pay. It's also a good idea to look at your plan so you know what costs you might have. You can also reach out to our team for any questions.
Ratings & Reviews
4.8
Overall Parent and Patient Rating
See What Parents and Patients are Saying:
Dr. Calkins's has excellent bedside manners and very in tune with what the patient needs. She has always been very kind and caring.
We are so grateful for the care that we received during my daughter's 12 month appointment. Dr Calkins continues to be the best fit as a doctor for our family. We are so grateful for the way she genuinely cares about our girl's health and development. She Is validating, encouraging, and so knowledgeable. We also had an amazing experience with the MA, Nicole. She allowed me to hold my baby in a comfort hold and use buzzy for her vaccines. She was a great listening ear and so kind and gentle in her approach.
Always a great experience w Dr Calkins, Yolanda and rest of the staff
Excellent care by Dr. Calkins, as always
We love Dr. Calkins and Westbrook Pediatrics! Every concern is covered, even the ones we hadn't thought of. Our daughter always receives the absolute best, and also genuine, care. And our nurse, Yolanda, is absolutely amazing! It's always difficult bringing a medically complex kiddo to a typical appointment, and she goes out of her way to make it easy on both our daughter, and on us. She's beyond amazing. It is way beyond the necessary care and it absolutely means the world to us.