Summary

Dr. Joe Calkins is a cardiologist specializing in cardiovascular disease and internal medicine. He earned his medical degree from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. With 39 years of experience in cardiovascular care, Dr. Calkins has developed extensive expertise in treating heart and vascular conditions. He is fluent in English.

Dr. Calkins practices at several leading medical centers, including University of Cincinnati Medical Center and Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center in Cincinnati, Ohio and Augusta, Georgia. He focuses on managing high blood pressure conditions, including emergency situations requiring immediate care. His diagnostic expertise includes performing heart imaging tests like echocardiograms and electrocardiograms to evaluate heart function. Patients have given Dr. Calkins an average rating of 5.0.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 39 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Joe Buford Calkins has 6 locations

Cincinnati Va Medical Center

3200 Vine StCincinnati, OH 45220

AU Cardiovascular Center

1120 15th St Ba 8412Augusta, GA 30912

AU Cardiovascular Center

937 15th StAugusta, GA 30912

Wellstar Mcg Health Medical Center

1120 15th StAugusta, GA 30912

Uc Health Cardiovascular Health And Diseases

231 Albert Sabin WayCincinnati, OH 45267
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

University Of Cincinnati Medical Center

3188 Bellevue AveCincinnati, OH 45219

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Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Louisville School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joe Buford Calkins

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Joe Buford Calkins has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Joe Buford Calkins has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Cholesterol
  • Hypertension
  • Internal Medicine
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Ohio, 2027, Active
Medical Doctor, Georgia, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences

Medical School

Virginia Commonwealth University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1987

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Dr. Joe Calkins's office is located at 3200 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH, 45220.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Joe Calkins affiliated with?
Dr. Joe Calkins is affiliated with Augusta Va Medical Center Uptown, Wellstar Mcg Health Medical Center, Cincinnati Va Medical Center, and University Of Cincinnati Medical Center.

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