Dr. Risty T Kalivas, DO

Dr. Risty Kalivas specializes in internal medicine and emergency medicine, bringing four decades of clinical expertise to patient care. He earned his Doctor of Osteopathy degree from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine, where he developed a comprehensive foundation in both preventive and acute medical care. His dual specialty training allows him to provide continuity of care across different healthcare settings. Dr. Kalivas is fluent in English and Spanish, enabling him to serve diverse patient populations throughout the Saginaw community.

Dr. Kalivas practices at Select Specialty Hospital Saginaw and provides care at multiple Covenant Healthcare locations in Saginaw, Michigan. His expertise includes treating tobacco use disorder and managing abdominal and flank pain conditions. He performs emergency care procedures, electrocardiograms, and comprehensive metabolic panels to diagnose and monitor patient health. Patients have given Dr. Kalivas an average rating of …4.4 out of 5, reflecting their confidence in his medical care and bedside manner.