Kristen Kalka, PA-C
Primary Location
Summit Gastroenterology
- Appointment:
- 330.753.6643
- Fax:
- 330.753.3465
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Abdominal Pain
- Achalasia
- Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency
- Anal Fissures
- Anemia
- Ascites
- Autoimmune Chronic Hepatitis
- Barrett's Esophagus
- Bile Duct Diseases
- Bile Duct Obstruction
- Bile Duct Stones
- Bowel Incontinence
- Celiac Disease (Celiac Sprue)
- Cirrhosis
- Colic
- Collagenous Colitis
- Colon Polyps
- Constipation
- Crohn's Disease
- Diarrhea
- Diseases of the Liver, Biliary Tract and Pancreas
- Diverticulosis
- Duodenal Polyps
- Encephalopathy
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Gastroenteritis
- Esophageal Varices
- Esophagitis
- Familial Adenomatous Polyposis (FAP)
- Fatty Liver Disease (Hepatic Steatosis)
- Fundic Gland Polyps
- Gallbladder Disease
- Gallstones
- Gas (Digestive)
- Gastritis
- Gastroenteritis
- Gastroesophageal Reflux (GERD)
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Tract
- General Gastroenterological Disorders
- Giardiasis
- Heartburn
- Helicobacter Pylori
- Hemochromatosis
- Hemorrhoids
- Hepatitis A
- Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis C
- Hiatal Hernia
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Intestinal Pseudo-Obstruction
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Lactose Intolerance
- Liver Disease
- Malnutrition
- Malrotation of Intestine
- Metabolic Syndrome
- Microscopic Colitis
- Milk Allergy
- Nausea
- Pancreatic Cysts
- Pancreatic Disease
- Pancreatic Stones
- Pancreatitis
- Paracentesis
- Peptic Ulcer Disease
- Polyposis Syndromes
- Portal Hypertension
- Post-Gastrectomy Syndrome
- Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
- Radiation Enteritis
- Rectal Prolapse
- Short Bowel Syndrome
- Small Bowel Bacterial Overgrowth
- Strictures of the GI Tract
- Swallowing Disorders
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Wilson Disease
- Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome
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Appointed
2020
Education & Fellowships
Graduate School - Lake Erie College
MSPAS
Painesville,
OH
2019
Undergraduate - Baldwin Wallace University
Berea,
OH
2017
Certifications
- Physician Assistant
Research & Publications
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355 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their views and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Cleveland Clinic.
| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.9 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.9 |
45 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Jan 29, 2025
Wil continue to see her again
Reviewed on Jan 22, 2025
I Love Dr. Kalka. I have been having many health issues. But she goes above and beyond to help me figure out what is going on so I can try to get back to my old self.
Reviewed on Jan 14, 2025
I had an unexpected problem arise and Dr. Sterman and his team got me in very quickly
Reviewed on Nov 18, 2024
I will recommend this care provider to everyone I know
Reviewed on Nov 12, 2024
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Reviewed on Nov 6, 2024
I would wholeheartedly recommend Kristen Kalka! She exemplified everything a good care provider should be. She seemed determined to help me get to the bottom of my health issues, and I believed her 100%. I truly cannot thank her enough. I had my struggles brushed aside for years from other providers, but I knew things would be different once I spike with Kristen and her team. Aspects of my condition can be embarassing; but she was compassionate throughout and I never felt uncomfortable or embarrassed. I work In healthcare myself, and providers like her are worth their weight In gold.
Reviewed on Oct 14, 2024
I have been and continue to be very pleased with the care I receive from Kristen Kalka. She is highly knowledgeable, compassionate, and caring. She is also easy to talk with and provides clear information and answers to questions. I feel fortunate to be one of her patients.
Reviewed on Oct 10, 2024
She was very knowledgeable and kind.
Reviewed on Oct 9, 2024
She is always very receptive to my questions.
Reviewed on Oct 7, 2024
My doctor always listens to my medical issues and is determined to help me find a solution. She is supportive of my health and all the staff is super kind!
Reviewed on Oct 4, 2024
Kristen Kalka is one of the best health care providers that I have had at Cleveland Clinic.
Reviewed on Oct 4, 2024
Kristen Kalka, listened to me on all my appointments and because of her I was finally diagnosed with cancer. I had tried to get help for the cancer with other Cleveland Clinic providers but they failed to listen or provide care. Kristen Kalka took my symptoms seriously and ordered the right tests to get diagnoses and then sent me to the correct surgeon to get me diagnosed confirmed with biopsy. She is a stellar care provider and I would be dead now without her help. She should provide training to other Cleveland Clinic doctors and nurses practitioners. She is a role model for your employees.
Reviewed on Sep 30, 2024
Dr Kalla is one of the best doctors I have e er met! She truly cares about her patients and takes her time to answer questions and is fast on getting g back to you if you email her questions! Thank you for Tami g care of me
Reviewed on Sep 26, 2024
The provider was amazing she answered all of my questions. Treated me so well
Reviewed on Sep 23, 2024
I was impressed to find out through conversation with my care provider that she talked to other professionals within their establishment to get any other opinions about my treatment.
Reviewed on Sep 19, 2024
By far the best GI doctor I've seen in 9 years. I felt like she really cared about my concerns and instead of brushing me off and blaming anxiety for my problems like most doctors have she specifically said we will look at all possibilities.
Reviewed on Aug 29, 2024
I was very impressed with Kristen Kalka. She had knowledge of my past history and discussed it with me in a clear manner.
Reviewed on Aug 28, 2024
Very good care and the doctors and nurses are very attentive to the patient's symptoms.
Reviewed on Aug 28, 2024
She was excellent! Made me feel better about what was going on
Reviewed on Aug 12, 2024
I love that Kristen is very thorough and listens to any concerns. She has helped me tremendously with my digestive issues. I appreciate how she explains everything and has helped me understand my condition more. I trust her guidance.
Reviewed on Aug 1, 2024
Really trust Kirsten.She is determined to get to the bottom of my problem
Reviewed on Jul 25, 2024
Kristen Kalka was very Knowledgeable and caring.Her assistant was thorough and polite.
Reviewed on Jun 27, 2024
Kristen Kalka is an amazing PA and I'm so glad I am able to access care with her. I strictly come to this office for her.
Reviewed on Jun 24, 2024
She is very helpful, offers suggestions how to best treat my condition & looks up info on my meds & Pharmacy. Have utmost confidence in her knowledge & guidance.
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2024
Kristin is the best . Always takes the time needed to listen to my concerns and looks at all medical issues .She is thorough ,very proffesional blended with a compasionate and caring demeaner
Reviewed on Jun 11, 2024
She came into visit well prepared. Was obvious she read my chart prior to coming into room. Answered all questions with great patience and explanations. She was awesome!
Reviewed on Jun 4, 2024
Dr. Kalka took her time examining me and answering my questions.
Reviewed on Jun 4, 2024
I never saw tge doc whi did the procedure. But tge NP KK was excellent. She answered all if my questions and very helpful for me moving forward with my ongoing issues
Reviewed on Jun 3, 2024
Kristen was amazing. She was thorough, listened and made a definitive plan of care. Icing on the cake was her prompt reply to online questions and concerns. She went above and beyond for us and I truly do appreciate her and her time.
Reviewed on May 28, 2024
Kristen is amazing !!! She is so patient, kind and thorough!!I love her!!
Reviewed on May 8, 2024
Dr. Malika and her team are wonderful. Every time I have an appointment the whole team are extremely kind and friendly. And I can tell it's all genuine. I am so grateful to God for placing me with a team that not only gives quality care but a team that I'm proud to have on my side
Reviewed on May 8, 2024
Dr. Malika is an amazing P.A.! I wouldn't trade her for the world!! And, yes, I would recommend her and her wonderful staff to everyone
Reviewed on May 7, 2024
PA Kalka is Amazing!
Reviewed on May 3, 2024
Kristen is the best. She is caring, knowledgeable and answers all of my questions.
Reviewed on May 2, 2024
Excellent provider. She was thorough in discussing my health and my concerns. She encouraged questions in a way that felt like she genuinely wanted me to ask questions rather than the required manner which Is used to signal the appointment is over. I appreciated her empathy, concern and bedside manner.
Reviewed on Apr 25, 2024
She is a great provider. Definitely one of the nicest.
Reviewed on Apr 17, 2024
Loved Kristen she was very nice and explained everything I needed to do!
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2024
Always enjoy seeing Kristen, makes you feel so comfortable, she talks to you! Not at you. Always makes sure she explains thing in away normal people can understand and makes sure her patients feel comfortable. You better not loose that lady!!!!
Reviewed on Mar 25, 2024
Very bad. The doctore was a smart elec. She was not caring or did she get to my issues. Vey nasty woman.
Reviewed on Feb 28, 2024
It is very difficult to get an appt in a timely manner but provider very responsive to my chart messages
Reviewed on Feb 22, 2024
Kristen was also very friendly, listened to my concerns, and was very agreeable to working with me regarding my healthcare, including what to do next. I liked her a lot.
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2024
Kristen explains things well and is very thorough. I also appreciate her attentiveness to any concerns and questions that I may have. When meeting with her, it is clear that she focuses on me individually as a patient.
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2024
She showed concern and listened to my about my symptoms. She didn't make me feel rushed. Told me to be sure to contact her if pain continued. I would recomend her to my friends.
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2024
Dr.Kalka listens and addresses all my concerns. She is a blessing.
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2024
She was wonderful! We talked in depth about my health and hers plan of care