Evan Calkins, M.D.

He was my pal.

I was Dr. Calkins admin assistant at a office in Buffalo. I called in sick one day. Dr. Calkins came to my home, black bag in hand, looked me over, diagnosed and went to the pharmacy and got my meds. He was a great, funny and caring man.

In the fall of 2002, Dr. Calkins diagnosed me with a severe case of rheumatoid arthritis. I was only 40 and was afraid of what the future held. He put me on the right medication path. Such a wonderful, compassionate physician. I wish there were more like him. I am now 58 and am still working full time. I am so glad that our paths crossed. I am so blessed to be one of his former patients. I was so sad when he retired. I am so sorry for your loss.

Evan was an extraordinary man, brilliant, charismatic and so full of life. He inspired my husband Rocco to follow the path of academic medicine and convinced him to return to Buffalo after his fellowship where Evan became one of his greatest mentors. My deepest sympathy to Virginia, Joan and the rest of your remarkable family on your loss.

Dr. Calkins was a legend within the senior services community. His foresight, dedication, and hard work to establish the Network in Aging of WNY is something thousands of professionals will continue to benefit from for years to come. He was a great inspiration to many of us in the field. Amy and I express our deepest sympathies to the entire Calkins family.

Joan and Virginia I am very sorry for your loss. Jean Feldman,DVM

Dr. Calkins was an inspiring physician and medical leader. He was a cherished mentor to my late father and I am sure to many other physicians and health professionals in Buffalo and throughout the country. His many personal and professional contributions to the field of medicine will live on and echo through time. My deepest condolences go to his family.

What a wonderful life Evan led. He lived to the fullest, taking advantage of all his gifted attributes, leaving behind an amazing family, professional legacy, and loving friends. The Eaton family will never forget the caring and kindness he showed our father when he fell ill so many years ago. We offer our condolences to the entire Calkins family as they mourn the loss of their patriarch.