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Hugh Calkins

Hugh Calkins, MD

Electrophysiology

Cardiology

Accepting New Patients

31 Insurances Accepted

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  1. Johns Hopkins Cardiology
    • 601 North Caroline Street, Suite 7200, Baltimore, MD 21287

    Expertise

    Education

    Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

    Fellowship, Cardiology, 1989

    Massachusetts General Hospital

    Residency, Medicine, 1986

    Harvard Medical School

    Medical Education, MD, 1983

    Board Certifications

    Cardiovascular Disease

    American Board of Internal Medicine, 1989

    Internal Medicine

    American Board of Internal Medicine, 1986

    Insurance

    Johns Hopkins providers participate in many commercial health insurance plans. To confirm coverage of your specific physician or provider, please contact your insurer directly. For more details, please review our Insurance Information.
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    • Aetna
    • Amerigroup District of Columbia
    • AmeriHealth Caritas District of Columbia
    • Beech Street
    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program (FEP)
    • CareFirst
    • Cigna
    • Evernorth Behavioral Health
    • First Health
    • Geisinger Health Plan
    • HealthSmart/Accel
    • Humana
    • JAI Medical Systems
    • Johns Hopkins Health Plans
    • Kaiser Permanente
    • KeyCare
    • Maryland Physicians Care
    • Medicaid Maryland
    • Medicare Maryland
    • MedStar Family Choice District of Columbia
    • MultiPlan
    • Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
    • Point Comfort Underwriters
    • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
    • Provider Partners Advantage HMO SNP Medicare Advantage
    • South Central Preferred (SCP)
    • Superior Vision
    • TRICARE (Humana Military East)
    • UnitedHealthcare
    • Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)
    • Wellpoint (Amerigroup MD)

    Reviews

    4.9 of 5 stars

    305 Ratings, 72 Reviews

    The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

    Overall Rating by Patient
    Average provider Overall Rating by Patient rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
    Provider Listened Carefully
    Average provider Provider Listened Carefully rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
    Provider Explained Things Clearly
    Average provider Provider Explained Things Clearly rating 5 out of 5 stars
    Provider Knew Medical History
    Average provider Provider Knew Medical History rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
    Provider Showed Respect
    Average provider Provider Showed Respect rating 5 out of 5 stars
    Provider Spent Enough Time
    Average provider Provider Spent Enough Time rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/31/2024

      Very helpful

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/31/2024

      Outstanding

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/24/2024

      Doctor Calkins, is a wonderful doctor. I felt at ease about my upcoming procedure. I feel confident that he is the right doctor.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/14/2024

      Dr Calkins is an outstanding cardiologist

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/14/2024

      Very professional with excellent service

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/14/2024

      He seemed relaxed and had time to talk to me.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/14/2024

      He was wonderful. Warm and personable. Serious and attentive. He quickly diagnosed what doctors at two other practices missed.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/10/2024

      A knowledgeable and inspiring person. He generated confidence in the decisions I made. I was very confident that he knew exactly what needed to be done and that he could deliver it.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/10/2024

      Dr. Calkins is a consummate professional

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/7/2024

      Very knowledgeable, experienced & listened to me about my medical issues.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/7/2024

      He is caring and listen to my comments and questions.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/3/2024

      Excellent experience

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/25/2024

      Dr. Hugh Calkins is outstanding and excellent.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/25/2024

      Dr Calkins was extremely knowledgeable and understanding about my situation.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/15/2024

      Dr. Hugh Calkins made a good study of my test results and excellent recommendations.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/15/2024

      His understanding of the issues, expectations and possible futures is unparalleled.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/8/2024

      Outstanding.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/8/2024

      We consider it a blessing to have Dr. Calkins as our physician. He is most knowledgeable and is a true professional.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/8/2024

      Excellent visit in addressing all concerns and leaving me with a good guide to handling exacerbations. And a very pleasant visit.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/28/2024

      Dr Calkins was and always has been very concerned about my condition. He listens carefully and makes every effort to find unknown answers. It's also nice that he always takes a few minutes to share personal life events.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/25/2024

      It was a good visit!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/18/2024

      I am very pleased with my visit with Dr. Calkins. It was an excellent session, and I'm pleased Dr. [ ] recommended the consult.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/18/2024

      I rely on his guidance in order to make the best possible decision for my care.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/11/2024

      Excellent skills used by Dr. And stagg

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/11/2024

      A pleasure to work with. Friendly, thoughtful, thorough.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/7/2024

      Great service

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/21/2023

      Great job talking about the pro's and cons

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/14/2023

      Excellent skills and understanding of Afib and options for treating.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/13/2023

      Outstanding

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/10/2023

      As usual, top quality care

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/3/2023

      Dr. Calkin is very professional

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/26/2023

      The very best.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/19/2023

      Authoritative, Expert, Efficient, Effective, Confidence Evoking, Trust Evoking

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/19/2023

      Alway a pleasant annual visit referred two friends to dr also

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/19/2023

      He is excellent!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/16/2023

      All gave me good information

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/12/2023

      My quality of life was changed by the ablation performed by Dr Calkin and his team. I am eternally greatful!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/9/2023

      Very knowledgeable, personable and professional.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/5/2023

      Always wonderfully efficient and quality care.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/5/2023

      Wonderful visit with Dr. Caulkins and Brittney Murray.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/29/2023

      I feel everyone on my Hopkins Team has my health and well being needs understood and are wonderfully helpful. They are a joy to work with.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/22/2023

      Excellent attention to detail, fast, precise, clear in communication

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/22/2023

      Very good visit. Provider personable and very knowledgeable.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/15/2023

      Dr Calkins & Ms Crystal were excellent, period !

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/12/2023

      Great care

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/12/2023

      Dr Calkins provided me with excellent service. He listened to my concerns and addressed them accordingly. He provided me with a patient guide booklet that was extremely detailed on my condition. The booklet was very informative. I definitely recommend John Hopkins University.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/12/2023

      The whole experience at Hopkins has been the most positive of all the providers I have encountered elsewhere.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/8/2023

      The doctor is wonderful. He is just too busy.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/5/2023

      Has the complete knowledge of my A-Fib problem and was able to offer an alternative treatment that was very helpful for me.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/5/2023

      He was very attentive and explaining the reason got the next test and possible course depends on test

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/5/2023

      Dr. Calkins is the finest Dr I have ever worked with. His knowledge and decision-making, personality, and accessibility are second to none. He is the "gold standard " for doctors.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/1/2023

      Dr. Hugh Calkins medical treatment has been outstanding.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/28/2023

      Dr Calkins always explains what is happening, provides options if available and the pros and cons. If I have any concerns or questions that I may have forgotten to ask he is easily accessible by email and if need be via phone.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/28/2023

      Thank you!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/28/2023

      I feel like a new person because of Dr. Caulkins

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/24/2023

      Everyone was very thorough and quick to respond to my emails and obtaining records.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/24/2023

      Dr. Calkins is a physician of the highest caliber. I trusted his diagnosis and feel grateful to be in his capable hands.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/17/2023

      Excellent and pleasant

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/17/2023

      I feel very fortunate to work with Dr Calkins

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/17/2023

      Very best

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/14/2023

      The Best!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/14/2023

      Great Doc

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/10/2023

      He is the best!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/27/2023

      Excellent

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/27/2023

      Dr. Calkins is Very professional and patient way to treat his patient .

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/20/2023

      Very attentive, caring, and professional. The best.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/20/2023

      This was a follow-up with a cardiac specialist to determine need for routine visits, following resolution of cardiac arrhythmia. He reviewed my chart, asked relevant questions, offered an opinion based on my current condition, and outlined the circumstances in which further care would be needed.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/7/2023

      Dr, Calkins was very amiable and thoroughly understood the reason for my visit. He walked me through the current and past ECGs and took the time to explain what they meant. He reviewed and changed my medication and suggested a plan of treatment. I felt that his approach was individualized and authentic.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/6/2023

      Very pleasant demeanor. Straight forward In his assessment my health issues. Made recommendations relative to options and the expected possible outcome.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/5/2023

      Dr.Calkins is superb . No nonsense . Informed.Direct.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/5/2023

      The provider is very knowledgeable,,helpful and professional

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/1/2023

      Dr. Caulkins was amazing and I am so glad I got to have this appointment.