
Overview
Kristin Caldera, DO, is a UW Health physical medicine and rehabilitation doctor and an associate professor in the Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. She provides long-term rehabilitation care for people with neurological injuries and developmental disorders.Dr. Caldera regularly works with adults who’ve experienced spinal cord and brain injuries and those who’ve had a stroke. She also works with patients who have multiple sclerosis (MS) and developmental disorders such as cerebral palsy and spina bifida. Her clinical interest is in neurologic rehabilitation for patients with amputations.Dr. Caldera helps patients regain their function and independence through therapy, procedures and medication. She uses a patient-centered approach to care, listening to her patients’ concerns and helping them develop functional goals. She then coordinates care with other UW Health specialists to achieve those goals.Dr. Caldera enjoys treating people with these complex disorders and helping them improve over time.Outside of work, Dr. Caldera enjoys playing tennis and pickleball, spending time with family and exploring Madison.One of the most rewarding parts of my job is developing close relationships with my patients and their families over time.
Dr. Caldera is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cerebral Palsy, Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type, Opisthotonos, and Meige Syndrome.
Dr. Caldera is board certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 15 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
6630 University Ave, Middleton, WI 53562
5115 N Biltmore Ln, Madison, WI 53718
6630 University Ave, Middleton, WI 53562
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Ryan Enke is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Rockford, Illinois. Dr. Enke is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Facet Joint Syndrome, Spinal Stenosis, Cervical Spondylosis, and Herniated Disk.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Kristin Caldera
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Kristin Caldera?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Kristin Caldera by calling their office at 608-263-6540. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Kristin Caldera a top-rated expert for Cerebral Palsy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kristin Caldera is classified as an Distinguished expert for Cerebral Palsy, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Kristin Caldera specialize in?
While Dr. Kristin Caldera is a Physiatry, they have specific expertise in Cerebral Palsy, Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type, and Opisthotonos. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Physiatry.
Does Dr. Kristin Caldera participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Kristin Caldera has published 15 articles and abstracts on conditions like Cerebral Palsy. You can view a list of Dr. Kristin Caldera's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Kristin Caldera accept my insurance?
Dr. Kristin Caldera accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 608-263-6540 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Cerebral PalsyDr. Caldera isDistinguished. Learn about Cerebral Palsy.
- Spastic Diplegia Infantile TypeDr. Caldera isDistinguished. Learn about Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type.
- Advanced
- Drug Induced DyskinesiaDr. Caldera isAdvanced. Learn about Drug Induced Dyskinesia.
- Focal DystoniaDr. Caldera isAdvanced. Learn about Focal Dystonia.
- HemiplegiaDr. Caldera isAdvanced. Learn about Hemiplegia.
- Hereditary Spastic ParaparesisDr. Caldera isAdvanced. Learn about Hereditary Spastic Paraparesis.
- L1 SyndromeDr. Caldera isAdvanced. Learn about L1 Syndrome.
- Meige SyndromeDr. Caldera isAdvanced. Learn about Meige Syndrome.
- Moebius SyndromeDr. Caldera isAdvanced. Learn about Moebius Syndrome.
- Muscle SpasmsDr. Caldera isAdvanced. Learn about Muscle Spasms.
- OpisthotonosDr. Caldera isAdvanced. Learn about Opisthotonos.
- ParaplegiaDr. Caldera isAdvanced. Learn about Paraplegia.
- Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS)Dr. Caldera isAdvanced. Learn about Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS).
- Spastic ParaparesisDr. Caldera isAdvanced. Learn about Spastic Paraparesis.
- Spastic Paraplegia Type 11Dr. Caldera isAdvanced. Learn about Spastic Paraplegia Type 11.
- Spastic Paraplegia Type 2Dr. Caldera isAdvanced. Learn about Spastic Paraplegia Type 2.
- Spastic Paraplegia Type 3ADr. Caldera isAdvanced. Learn about Spastic Paraplegia Type 3A.
- Spastic Paraplegia Type 4Dr. Caldera isAdvanced. Learn about Spastic Paraplegia Type 4.
- Spastic Paraplegia Type 5ADr. Caldera isAdvanced. Learn about Spastic Paraplegia Type 5A.
- Spastic Paraplegia Type 7Dr. Caldera isAdvanced. Learn about Spastic Paraplegia Type 7.
- Spastic Paraplegia-Epilepsy-Intellectual Disability Syndrome
- Troyer SyndromeDr. Caldera isAdvanced. Learn about Troyer Syndrome.
- Experienced
- Aromatic L-Amino Acid Decarboxylase (AADC) Deficiency
- Arthrogryposis Multiplex CongenitaDr. Caldera isExperienced. Learn about Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita.
- Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita Neurogenic Type
- Autonomic DysreflexiaDr. Caldera isExperienced. Learn about Autonomic Dysreflexia.
- Central Pain SyndromeDr. Caldera isExperienced. Learn about Central Pain Syndrome.
- Dopa-Responsive DystoniaDr. Caldera isExperienced. Learn about Dopa-Responsive Dystonia.
- Familial Paroxysmal Nonkinesigenic Dyskinesia
- Hereditary AtaxiaDr. Caldera isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Ataxia.
- HTLV-1 Associated MyelopathyDr. Caldera isExperienced. Learn about HTLV-1 Associated Myelopathy.
- HydroceleDr. Caldera isExperienced. Learn about Hydrocele.
- HyperlysinemiaDr. Caldera isExperienced. Learn about Hyperlysinemia.
- MyelomeningoceleDr. Caldera isExperienced. Learn about Myelomeningocele.
- Neurogenic BowelDr. Caldera isExperienced. Learn about Neurogenic Bowel.
- SpasticityDr. Caldera isExperienced. Learn about Spasticity.
- Spinal and Bulbar Muscular AtrophyDr. Caldera isExperienced. Learn about Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy.
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)Dr. Caldera isExperienced. Learn about Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA).
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3Dr. Caldera isExperienced. Learn about Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3.
- StrokeDr. Caldera isExperienced. Learn about Stroke.
- Tethered Cord SyndromeDr. Caldera isExperienced. Learn about Tethered Cord Syndrome.

