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Dr. Joseph Calkins, MD

Dr. Joseph Calkins, MD

Ophthalmology*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Joseph Calkins, MD is an ophthalmologist in Lancaster, PA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN / ANN ARBOR in 1970. He is affiliated with medical facilities Lancaster General Hospital and WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.5 Star Rating
Based on 6 reviews 2.5 Star Rating (6 reviews)

Practice

202 Butler Ave Lancaster, PA 17601
Telehealth available
(717) 393-8190

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Calkins specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Easy Scheduling
    Patients said scheduling was easy. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Calkins' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Calkins

2.5

6 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Erica Dirks – Mar 03, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Noreene in Lancaster, PA – Mar 21, 2017
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
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Lancaster, PA – Feb 17, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Joseph Calkins, MD is an ophthalmologist in Lancaster, PA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN / ANN ARBOR in 1970. He is affiliated with medical facilities Lancaster General Hospital...read more

  • Ophthalmology

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  • University Of Michigan / Ann Arbor

    Medical School, 1970
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Office202 Butler Ave Lancaster, PA 17601
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Lancaster General Hospital

    555 N Duke St
    Lancaster, PA 17602
    Recipient of 42
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital

    169 Martin Ave
    Ephrata, PA 17522
    Recipient of 10
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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