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Melissa Boekhaus, MD

Specialties

Pediatrics

Education & Training

Doctor of Medicine

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Melissa Boekhaus, MD

Pediatrician with Wellstar since 2012.

Specialties

Pediatrics

Education & Training

Doctor of Medicine

Pediatrician with Wellstar since 2012
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About Melissa Boekhaus, MD

Dr. Boekhaus received her bachelor’s degree in biology from Mercer University. She earned her medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta and completed her residency in pediatrics at Emory University.

Dr. Boekhaus is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics. She is married and has one child. In her spare time, she enjoys baking, hiking and kayaking.
 

Specialties

  • Pediatrics

Education & Training

  • Medical College of Georgia-Augusta University

Degree

  • Doctor of Medicine

Residency

  • Emory University School of Medicine

Certifications

  • American Board of Pediatrics

Hospital Affiliations

  • Wellstar Cobb Hospital
  • Wellstar Kennestone Hospital

Languages spoken

  • English

Patient Reviews

Overall patient rating

4.7

Based on 230 patient ratings

Listened to me carefully
I'd recommend this provider to family and friends
I'd recommend this practice to family and friends
Shared the right amount of information
Earned my trust

All reviews have been submitted by patients after seeing the provider.For more information about the review system, check out this Learn more about our review system.

Patient Reviews

5

The office is showing its age and in need of some investment. The nurses are great and office staff has improved since our last visit. We are very loyal to our doctor - Melissa Boekhaus. She is the best, most caring and thorough doctor. Been seeing her for 10 years now.

October 10, 2026

5

Great bedside manner. Appreciate the care and efficiency

October 2, 2026

5

Dr Boekhaus is excellent. I'm glad my son is under her care. I trust her fully.

October 1, 2026

5

I preferred when the nurse line was for my specific practice but I love the care we receive from this practice.

September 22, 2026

5

I absolutely love Dr. Boekhaus and everything about her, but I absolutely 150% hate everything else about the practice, all of the customer service, all of the people that answer the phone, all of the people that schedule.

September 19, 2026

5

Hi, the front desk was wonderful and personable. Whoever checked us in, it was honestly one of my favorite times checking in. I don't know if it was end of day or what, but it was great. Bulkhouse is just a phenomenal human being. She really has been our primary care doctor for both of our kids since both of them were born and one is seven and one is almost four. And there isn't a time that I visit and I meet with her that I'm not leaving feeling really understood and heard and supported and as though we're a team. She really is phenomenal and I'm so glad that she is working with us, is working at your clinic is, you know, she's the best. She is a treasure. So I just wanted to, yeah, leave a little bit of feedback to just kind of sing her praises and front desk was pretty awesome too. Office was clean.

September 16, 2026

5

Dr. Bochaus is an excellent provider. I really appreciate how prompt she is in seeing her patients, how professional she is, how kind she is, and how thorough she is. I really enjoy having her be the pediatrician for our kids. Thanks.

September 6, 2026

2

I feel like the appointment with my son was rushed.

September 3, 2026

5

Dr Boekhaus is the most kind thoughtful doctor.

August 26, 2026

4

Dr. Boekhaus and her team are amazing. They always pay close attention and make sure that all of your questions are answered. Our children love going to see her. And I accidentally entered a two on the very, very first question on this survey, which should have been a four. So if that's the only way to be edited, that would be amazing.

August 22, 2026

5

We absolutely love Dr Boekhaus! She is an amazing provider with a wonderful bedside manner. We are lucky to have her!

August 18, 2026

5

Great experience overall

June 27, 2026

3

We waited an hour to be seen and that seems to be the norm at this practice. I don't know if it's over booking an inability to manage time well but it's reached a point where we're going to find a new provider. It's really disgusting because the standard is to tell clients that if they miss an appointment they will be charged and yet it is routine to have 30 to 60 minute waits. The MyChart application also tells us that we're supposed to show up 15 minutes before an appointment but at the end of the day we have no recourse other than to find a new provider and to let people know that this is a systemic problem to the practice.

June 25, 2026

5

It was so easy to get fixed on, my son had a fever throughout the weekend, I called and they got me a same appointment which was very easy especially with my busy schedule. I will always keep my kids with wellstar.

June 24, 2026

5

I was happy to meet my child's new doctor, he was really relaxed.

June 18, 2026

5

Connecting to our virtual visit was a bit stressful. The email talked about arriving 'in the lobby' 15mins prior to the appointment. That made me think our visit was incorrectly booked. Then it was only when the doctor got online that it appeared as a virtual visit, but in the meantime I called the helpline and took up someone's time verifying we had a virtual appointment. It was a bit nerve wracking as I did not want to miss the appointment. The connection seemed a bit last second... there has to be a better way of informing and connecting people. Even just saying a 'virtual lobby' would've let me know we were where we needed to be. In the end, it worked out, but not before some initial stress. We were grateful for the doctor and staff to make room for us in the day!

May 29, 2026

4

Everything was done well, grace be to God. The way the took care of the baby, the way they treated the baby, the way they welcomed the baby everything was really normal I like the way they are treating the baby thank you very much.

June 1, 2026

5

We love Dr. Boekhaus, but the new male nurse at the practice came off as very creepy and made my husband and I feel very uneasy. We asked him to repeat back to us what shots my daughter would be receiving and he couldn't, he had no idea. If you're administering medication to someone's child you should very well know what you are giving them. Will request on the next visit not to have him as our nurse.

May 27, 2026

5

Quick & professional experience.

May 13, 2026

5

The entire staff was so friendly, helpful and welcoming. Those smiles make the kids feel safe and happy ? Even if they were faking it, we were fooled! Well done!

May 3, 2026

4

I was provided a referral for x-rays, but no clarity on how to schedule the x-rays or where to go. Have tried calling several of the 8 phone numbers on the referral page, but have wasted 2 hours without booking an appointment or confirming where I can take my daughter for an x-ray.

April 30, 2026

5

Excellent quick but throughout visit! Thankful for the staff

April 17, 2026

5

Dr. Boekhaus and her team is always amazing. She takes her time to speak to my children individually and really listens to their concerns. We love her and the team.

April 10, 2026

5

Dr. Boekhaus and her team is always amazing. She takes her time to speak to my children individually and really listens to their concerns. We love her and the team. Thank you for all you do!

April 10, 2026

5

Melissa feels like part of our family and her nurses are always kind

April 4, 2026

5

Dr. Boekhaus is an excellent doctor! She listens to and connects with my children. She is helpful and really cares about her patients. Thank you!

March 24, 2026

5

Dr. Boekhaus is a wonderful pediatrician. She really listens to my children and cares about their health and safety. Thank you!

March 24, 2026

5

I especially enjoy Dr. Boekhaus's professional, kind and gentle approach. My kids love her.

February 24, 2026

5

We love Dr. Boekhaus . We think she is a phenomenal doctor. Every time, though, that we go to WellStar Pediatrics, we struggle with the back office, the front office staff. This particular time, we had a follow-up question at the end of the appointment, and we were met with really no help whatsoever and an attitude, and that has been consistent for the last three times that we've been there. So I would definitely recommend we upgrade some of the office staff's courteousness and professionalism. And WellStar has got to figure out how to accept emails somehow. So the portal is not helpful and we've had difficulty linking our records with our children. So I highly recommend some sort of email portal. Thanks.

February 21, 2026

5

Great team of Doctors and staff! They are always professional and pleasant

February 20, 2026

5

The office is showing its age and in need of some investment. The nurses are great and office staff has improved since our last visit. We are very loyal to our doctor - Melissa Boekhaus. She is the best, most caring and thorough doctor. Been seeing her for 10 years now.

October 10, 2026

5

Great bedside manner. Appreciate the care and efficiency

October 2, 2026

5

Dr Boekhaus is excellent. I'm glad my son is under her care. I trust her fully.

October 1, 2026

5

I preferred when the nurse line was for my specific practice but I love the care we receive from this practice.

September 22, 2026

5

I absolutely love Dr. Boekhaus and everything about her, but I absolutely 150% hate everything else about the practice, all of the customer service, all of the people that answer the phone, all of the people that schedule.

September 19, 2026

5

Hi, the front desk was wonderful and personable. Whoever checked us in, it was honestly one of my favorite times checking in. I don't know if it was end of day or what, but it was great. Bulkhouse is just a phenomenal human being. She really has been our primary care doctor for both of our kids since both of them were born and one is seven and one is almost four. And there isn't a time that I visit and I meet with her that I'm not leaving feeling really understood and heard and supported and as though we're a team. She really is phenomenal and I'm so glad that she is working with us, is working at your clinic is, you know, she's the best. She is a treasure. So I just wanted to, yeah, leave a little bit of feedback to just kind of sing her praises and front desk was pretty awesome too. Office was clean.

September 16, 2026

5

Dr. Bochaus is an excellent provider. I really appreciate how prompt she is in seeing her patients, how professional she is, how kind she is, and how thorough she is. I really enjoy having her be the pediatrician for our kids. Thanks.

September 6, 2026

5

Dr Boekhaus is the most kind thoughtful doctor.

August 26, 2026

5

We absolutely love Dr Boekhaus! She is an amazing provider with a wonderful bedside manner. We are lucky to have her!

August 18, 2026

5

Great experience overall

June 27, 2026

5

It was so easy to get fixed on, my son had a fever throughout the weekend, I called and they got me a same appointment which was very easy especially with my busy schedule. I will always keep my kids with wellstar.

June 24, 2026

5

I was happy to meet my child's new doctor, he was really relaxed.

June 18, 2026

5

Connecting to our virtual visit was a bit stressful. The email talked about arriving 'in the lobby' 15mins prior to the appointment. That made me think our visit was incorrectly booked. Then it was only when the doctor got online that it appeared as a virtual visit, but in the meantime I called the helpline and took up someone's time verifying we had a virtual appointment. It was a bit nerve wracking as I did not want to miss the appointment. The connection seemed a bit last second... there has to be a better way of informing and connecting people. Even just saying a 'virtual lobby' would've let me know we were where we needed to be. In the end, it worked out, but not before some initial stress. We were grateful for the doctor and staff to make room for us in the day!

May 29, 2026

5

We love Dr. Boekhaus, but the new male nurse at the practice came off as very creepy and made my husband and I feel very uneasy. We asked him to repeat back to us what shots my daughter would be receiving and he couldn't, he had no idea. If you're administering medication to someone's child you should very well know what you are giving them. Will request on the next visit not to have him as our nurse.

May 27, 2026

5

Quick & professional experience.

May 13, 2026

5

The entire staff was so friendly, helpful and welcoming. Those smiles make the kids feel safe and happy ? Even if they were faking it, we were fooled! Well done!

May 3, 2026

5

Excellent quick but throughout visit! Thankful for the staff

April 17, 2026

5

Dr. Boekhaus and her team is always amazing. She takes her time to speak to my children individually and really listens to their concerns. We love her and the team.

April 10, 2026

5

Dr. Boekhaus and her team is always amazing. She takes her time to speak to my children individually and really listens to their concerns. We love her and the team. Thank you for all you do!

April 10, 2026

5

Melissa feels like part of our family and her nurses are always kind

April 4, 2026

5

Dr. Boekhaus is an excellent doctor! She listens to and connects with my children. She is helpful and really cares about her patients. Thank you!

March 24, 2026

5

Dr. Boekhaus is a wonderful pediatrician. She really listens to my children and cares about their health and safety. Thank you!

March 24, 2026

5

I especially enjoy Dr. Boekhaus's professional, kind and gentle approach. My kids love her.

February 24, 2026

5

We love Dr. Boekhaus . We think she is a phenomenal doctor. Every time, though, that we go to WellStar Pediatrics, we struggle with the back office, the front office staff. This particular time, we had a follow-up question at the end of the appointment, and we were met with really no help whatsoever and an attitude, and that has been consistent for the last three times that we've been there. So I would definitely recommend we upgrade some of the office staff's courteousness and professionalism. And WellStar has got to figure out how to accept emails somehow. So the portal is not helpful and we've had difficulty linking our records with our children. So I highly recommend some sort of email portal. Thanks.

February 21, 2026

5

Great team of Doctors and staff! They are always professional and pleasant

February 20, 2026

4

Dr. Boekhaus and her team are amazing. They always pay close attention and make sure that all of your questions are answered. Our children love going to see her. And I accidentally entered a two on the very, very first question on this survey, which should have been a four. So if that's the only way to be edited, that would be amazing.

August 22, 2026

4

Everything was done well, grace be to God. The way the took care of the baby, the way they treated the baby, the way they welcomed the baby everything was really normal I like the way they are treating the baby thank you very much.

June 1, 2026

4

I was provided a referral for x-rays, but no clarity on how to schedule the x-rays or where to go. Have tried calling several of the 8 phone numbers on the referral page, but have wasted 2 hours without booking an appointment or confirming where I can take my daughter for an x-ray.

April 30, 2026

3

We waited an hour to be seen and that seems to be the norm at this practice. I don't know if it's over booking an inability to manage time well but it's reached a point where we're going to find a new provider. It's really disgusting because the standard is to tell clients that if they miss an appointment they will be charged and yet it is routine to have 30 to 60 minute waits. The MyChart application also tells us that we're supposed to show up 15 minutes before an appointment but at the end of the day we have no recourse other than to find a new provider and to let people know that this is a systemic problem to the practice.

June 25, 2026

2

I feel like the appointment with my son was rushed.

September 3, 2026

2

I feel like the appointment with my son was rushed.

September 3, 2026

3

We waited an hour to be seen and that seems to be the norm at this practice. I don't know if it's over booking an inability to manage time well but it's reached a point where we're going to find a new provider. It's really disgusting because the standard is to tell clients that if they miss an appointment they will be charged and yet it is routine to have 30 to 60 minute waits. The MyChart application also tells us that we're supposed to show up 15 minutes before an appointment but at the end of the day we have no recourse other than to find a new provider and to let people know that this is a systemic problem to the practice.

June 25, 2026

4

Dr. Boekhaus and her team are amazing. They always pay close attention and make sure that all of your questions are answered. Our children love going to see her. And I accidentally entered a two on the very, very first question on this survey, which should have been a four. So if that's the only way to be edited, that would be amazing.

August 22, 2026

4

Everything was done well, grace be to God. The way the took care of the baby, the way they treated the baby, the way they welcomed the baby everything was really normal I like the way they are treating the baby thank you very much.

June 1, 2026

4

I was provided a referral for x-rays, but no clarity on how to schedule the x-rays or where to go. Have tried calling several of the 8 phone numbers on the referral page, but have wasted 2 hours without booking an appointment or confirming where I can take my daughter for an x-ray.

April 30, 2026

5

The office is showing its age and in need of some investment. The nurses are great and office staff has improved since our last visit. We are very loyal to our doctor - Melissa Boekhaus. She is the best, most caring and thorough doctor. Been seeing her for 10 years now.

October 10, 2026

5

Great bedside manner. Appreciate the care and efficiency

October 2, 2026

5

Dr Boekhaus is excellent. I'm glad my son is under her care. I trust her fully.

October 1, 2026

5

I preferred when the nurse line was for my specific practice but I love the care we receive from this practice.

September 22, 2026

5

I absolutely love Dr. Boekhaus and everything about her, but I absolutely 150% hate everything else about the practice, all of the customer service, all of the people that answer the phone, all of the people that schedule.

September 19, 2026

5

Hi, the front desk was wonderful and personable. Whoever checked us in, it was honestly one of my favorite times checking in. I don't know if it was end of day or what, but it was great. Bulkhouse is just a phenomenal human being. She really has been our primary care doctor for both of our kids since both of them were born and one is seven and one is almost four. And there isn't a time that I visit and I meet with her that I'm not leaving feeling really understood and heard and supported and as though we're a team. She really is phenomenal and I'm so glad that she is working with us, is working at your clinic is, you know, she's the best. She is a treasure. So I just wanted to, yeah, leave a little bit of feedback to just kind of sing her praises and front desk was pretty awesome too. Office was clean.

September 16, 2026

5

Dr. Bochaus is an excellent provider. I really appreciate how prompt she is in seeing her patients, how professional she is, how kind she is, and how thorough she is. I really enjoy having her be the pediatrician for our kids. Thanks.

September 6, 2026

5

Dr Boekhaus is the most kind thoughtful doctor.

August 26, 2026

5

We absolutely love Dr Boekhaus! She is an amazing provider with a wonderful bedside manner. We are lucky to have her!

August 18, 2026

5

Great experience overall

June 27, 2026

5

It was so easy to get fixed on, my son had a fever throughout the weekend, I called and they got me a same appointment which was very easy especially with my busy schedule. I will always keep my kids with wellstar.

June 24, 2026

5

I was happy to meet my child's new doctor, he was really relaxed.

June 18, 2026

5

Connecting to our virtual visit was a bit stressful. The email talked about arriving 'in the lobby' 15mins prior to the appointment. That made me think our visit was incorrectly booked. Then it was only when the doctor got online that it appeared as a virtual visit, but in the meantime I called the helpline and took up someone's time verifying we had a virtual appointment. It was a bit nerve wracking as I did not want to miss the appointment. The connection seemed a bit last second... there has to be a better way of informing and connecting people. Even just saying a 'virtual lobby' would've let me know we were where we needed to be. In the end, it worked out, but not before some initial stress. We were grateful for the doctor and staff to make room for us in the day!

May 29, 2026

5

We love Dr. Boekhaus, but the new male nurse at the practice came off as very creepy and made my husband and I feel very uneasy. We asked him to repeat back to us what shots my daughter would be receiving and he couldn't, he had no idea. If you're administering medication to someone's child you should very well know what you are giving them. Will request on the next visit not to have him as our nurse.

May 27, 2026

5

Quick & professional experience.

May 13, 2026

5

The entire staff was so friendly, helpful and welcoming. Those smiles make the kids feel safe and happy ? Even if they were faking it, we were fooled! Well done!

May 3, 2026

5

Excellent quick but throughout visit! Thankful for the staff

April 17, 2026

5

Dr. Boekhaus and her team is always amazing. She takes her time to speak to my children individually and really listens to their concerns. We love her and the team.

April 10, 2026

5

Dr. Boekhaus and her team is always amazing. She takes her time to speak to my children individually and really listens to their concerns. We love her and the team. Thank you for all you do!

April 10, 2026

5

Melissa feels like part of our family and her nurses are always kind

April 4, 2026

5

Dr. Boekhaus is an excellent doctor! She listens to and connects with my children. She is helpful and really cares about her patients. Thank you!

March 24, 2026

5

Dr. Boekhaus is a wonderful pediatrician. She really listens to my children and cares about their health and safety. Thank you!

March 24, 2026

5

I especially enjoy Dr. Boekhaus's professional, kind and gentle approach. My kids love her.

February 24, 2026

5

We love Dr. Boekhaus . We think she is a phenomenal doctor. Every time, though, that we go to WellStar Pediatrics, we struggle with the back office, the front office staff. This particular time, we had a follow-up question at the end of the appointment, and we were met with really no help whatsoever and an attitude, and that has been consistent for the last three times that we've been there. So I would definitely recommend we upgrade some of the office staff's courteousness and professionalism. And WellStar has got to figure out how to accept emails somehow. So the portal is not helpful and we've had difficulty linking our records with our children. So I highly recommend some sort of email portal. Thanks.

February 21, 2026

5

Great team of Doctors and staff! They are always professional and pleasant

February 20, 2026

5

The office is showing its age and in need of some investment. The nurses are great and office staff has improved since our last visit. We are very loyal to our doctor - Melissa Boekhaus. She is the best, most caring and thorough doctor. Been seeing her for 10 years now.

October 10, 2026

5

Great bedside manner. Appreciate the care and efficiency

October 2, 2026

5

Dr Boekhaus is excellent. I'm glad my son is under her care. I trust her fully.

October 1, 2026

5

I preferred when the nurse line was for my specific practice but I love the care we receive from this practice.

September 22, 2026

5

I absolutely love Dr. Boekhaus and everything about her, but I absolutely 150% hate everything else about the practice, all of the customer service, all of the people that answer the phone, all of the people that schedule.

September 19, 2026

5

Hi, the front desk was wonderful and personable. Whoever checked us in, it was honestly one of my favorite times checking in. I don't know if it was end of day or what, but it was great. Bulkhouse is just a phenomenal human being. She really has been our primary care doctor for both of our kids since both of them were born and one is seven and one is almost four. And there isn't a time that I visit and I meet with her that I'm not leaving feeling really understood and heard and supported and as though we're a team. She really is phenomenal and I'm so glad that she is working with us, is working at your clinic is, you know, she's the best. She is a treasure. So I just wanted to, yeah, leave a little bit of feedback to just kind of sing her praises and front desk was pretty awesome too. Office was clean.

September 16, 2026

5

Dr. Bochaus is an excellent provider. I really appreciate how prompt she is in seeing her patients, how professional she is, how kind she is, and how thorough she is. I really enjoy having her be the pediatrician for our kids. Thanks.

September 6, 2026

2

I feel like the appointment with my son was rushed.

September 3, 2026

5

Dr Boekhaus is the most kind thoughtful doctor.

August 26, 2026

4

Dr. Boekhaus and her team are amazing. They always pay close attention and make sure that all of your questions are answered. Our children love going to see her. And I accidentally entered a two on the very, very first question on this survey, which should have been a four. So if that's the only way to be edited, that would be amazing.

August 22, 2026

5

We absolutely love Dr Boekhaus! She is an amazing provider with a wonderful bedside manner. We are lucky to have her!

August 18, 2026

5

Great experience overall

June 27, 2026

3

We waited an hour to be seen and that seems to be the norm at this practice. I don't know if it's over booking an inability to manage time well but it's reached a point where we're going to find a new provider. It's really disgusting because the standard is to tell clients that if they miss an appointment they will be charged and yet it is routine to have 30 to 60 minute waits. The MyChart application also tells us that we're supposed to show up 15 minutes before an appointment but at the end of the day we have no recourse other than to find a new provider and to let people know that this is a systemic problem to the practice.

June 25, 2026

5

It was so easy to get fixed on, my son had a fever throughout the weekend, I called and they got me a same appointment which was very easy especially with my busy schedule. I will always keep my kids with wellstar.

June 24, 2026

5

I was happy to meet my child's new doctor, he was really relaxed.

June 18, 2026

4

Everything was done well, grace be to God. The way the took care of the baby, the way they treated the baby, the way they welcomed the baby everything was really normal I like the way they are treating the baby thank you very much.

June 1, 2026

5

Connecting to our virtual visit was a bit stressful. The email talked about arriving 'in the lobby' 15mins prior to the appointment. That made me think our visit was incorrectly booked. Then it was only when the doctor got online that it appeared as a virtual visit, but in the meantime I called the helpline and took up someone's time verifying we had a virtual appointment. It was a bit nerve wracking as I did not want to miss the appointment. The connection seemed a bit last second... there has to be a better way of informing and connecting people. Even just saying a 'virtual lobby' would've let me know we were where we needed to be. In the end, it worked out, but not before some initial stress. We were grateful for the doctor and staff to make room for us in the day!

May 29, 2026

5

We love Dr. Boekhaus, but the new male nurse at the practice came off as very creepy and made my husband and I feel very uneasy. We asked him to repeat back to us what shots my daughter would be receiving and he couldn't, he had no idea. If you're administering medication to someone's child you should very well know what you are giving them. Will request on the next visit not to have him as our nurse.

May 27, 2026

5

Quick & professional experience.

May 13, 2026

5

The entire staff was so friendly, helpful and welcoming. Those smiles make the kids feel safe and happy ? Even if they were faking it, we were fooled! Well done!

May 3, 2026

4

I was provided a referral for x-rays, but no clarity on how to schedule the x-rays or where to go. Have tried calling several of the 8 phone numbers on the referral page, but have wasted 2 hours without booking an appointment or confirming where I can take my daughter for an x-ray.

April 30, 2026

5

Excellent quick but throughout visit! Thankful for the staff

April 17, 2026

5

Dr. Boekhaus and her team is always amazing. She takes her time to speak to my children individually and really listens to their concerns. We love her and the team.

April 10, 2026

5

Dr. Boekhaus and her team is always amazing. She takes her time to speak to my children individually and really listens to their concerns. We love her and the team. Thank you for all you do!

April 10, 2026

5

Melissa feels like part of our family and her nurses are always kind

April 4, 2026

5

Dr. Boekhaus is an excellent doctor! She listens to and connects with my children. She is helpful and really cares about her patients. Thank you!

March 24, 2026

5

Dr. Boekhaus is a wonderful pediatrician. She really listens to my children and cares about their health and safety. Thank you!

March 24, 2026

5

I especially enjoy Dr. Boekhaus's professional, kind and gentle approach. My kids love her.

February 24, 2026

5

We love Dr. Boekhaus . We think she is a phenomenal doctor. Every time, though, that we go to WellStar Pediatrics, we struggle with the back office, the front office staff. This particular time, we had a follow-up question at the end of the appointment, and we were met with really no help whatsoever and an attitude, and that has been consistent for the last three times that we've been there. So I would definitely recommend we upgrade some of the office staff's courteousness and professionalism. And WellStar has got to figure out how to accept emails somehow. So the portal is not helpful and we've had difficulty linking our records with our children. So I highly recommend some sort of email portal. Thanks.

February 21, 2026

5

Great team of Doctors and staff! They are always professional and pleasant

February 20, 2026

5

Great team of Doctors and staff! They are always professional and pleasant

February 20, 2026

5

We love Dr. Boekhaus . We think she is a phenomenal doctor. Every time, though, that we go to WellStar Pediatrics, we struggle with the back office, the front office staff. This particular time, we had a follow-up question at the end of the appointment, and we were met with really no help whatsoever and an attitude, and that has been consistent for the last three times that we've been there. So I would definitely recommend we upgrade some of the office staff's courteousness and professionalism. And WellStar has got to figure out how to accept emails somehow. So the portal is not helpful and we've had difficulty linking our records with our children. So I highly recommend some sort of email portal. Thanks.

February 21, 2026

5

I especially enjoy Dr. Boekhaus's professional, kind and gentle approach. My kids love her.

February 24, 2026

5

Dr. Boekhaus is an excellent doctor! She listens to and connects with my children. She is helpful and really cares about her patients. Thank you!

March 24, 2026

5

Dr. Boekhaus is a wonderful pediatrician. She really listens to my children and cares about their health and safety. Thank you!

March 24, 2026

5

Melissa feels like part of our family and her nurses are always kind

April 4, 2026

5

Dr. Boekhaus and her team is always amazing. She takes her time to speak to my children individually and really listens to their concerns. We love her and the team.

April 10, 2026

5

Dr. Boekhaus and her team is always amazing. She takes her time to speak to my children individually and really listens to their concerns. We love her and the team. Thank you for all you do!

April 10, 2026

5

Excellent quick but throughout visit! Thankful for the staff

April 17, 2026

4

I was provided a referral for x-rays, but no clarity on how to schedule the x-rays or where to go. Have tried calling several of the 8 phone numbers on the referral page, but have wasted 2 hours without booking an appointment or confirming where I can take my daughter for an x-ray.

April 30, 2026

5

The entire staff was so friendly, helpful and welcoming. Those smiles make the kids feel safe and happy ? Even if they were faking it, we were fooled! Well done!

May 3, 2026

5

Quick & professional experience.

May 13, 2026

5

We love Dr. Boekhaus, but the new male nurse at the practice came off as very creepy and made my husband and I feel very uneasy. We asked him to repeat back to us what shots my daughter would be receiving and he couldn't, he had no idea. If you're administering medication to someone's child you should very well know what you are giving them. Will request on the next visit not to have him as our nurse.

May 27, 2026

5

Connecting to our virtual visit was a bit stressful. The email talked about arriving 'in the lobby' 15mins prior to the appointment. That made me think our visit was incorrectly booked. Then it was only when the doctor got online that it appeared as a virtual visit, but in the meantime I called the helpline and took up someone's time verifying we had a virtual appointment. It was a bit nerve wracking as I did not want to miss the appointment. The connection seemed a bit last second... there has to be a better way of informing and connecting people. Even just saying a 'virtual lobby' would've let me know we were where we needed to be. In the end, it worked out, but not before some initial stress. We were grateful for the doctor and staff to make room for us in the day!

May 29, 2026

4

Everything was done well, grace be to God. The way the took care of the baby, the way they treated the baby, the way they welcomed the baby everything was really normal I like the way they are treating the baby thank you very much.

June 1, 2026

5

I was happy to meet my child's new doctor, he was really relaxed.

June 18, 2026

5

It was so easy to get fixed on, my son had a fever throughout the weekend, I called and they got me a same appointment which was very easy especially with my busy schedule. I will always keep my kids with wellstar.

June 24, 2026

3

We waited an hour to be seen and that seems to be the norm at this practice. I don't know if it's over booking an inability to manage time well but it's reached a point where we're going to find a new provider. It's really disgusting because the standard is to tell clients that if they miss an appointment they will be charged and yet it is routine to have 30 to 60 minute waits. The MyChart application also tells us that we're supposed to show up 15 minutes before an appointment but at the end of the day we have no recourse other than to find a new provider and to let people know that this is a systemic problem to the practice.

June 25, 2026

5

Great experience overall

June 27, 2026

5

We absolutely love Dr Boekhaus! She is an amazing provider with a wonderful bedside manner. We are lucky to have her!

August 18, 2026

4

Dr. Boekhaus and her team are amazing. They always pay close attention and make sure that all of your questions are answered. Our children love going to see her. And I accidentally entered a two on the very, very first question on this survey, which should have been a four. So if that's the only way to be edited, that would be amazing.

August 22, 2026

5

Dr Boekhaus is the most kind thoughtful doctor.

August 26, 2026

2

I feel like the appointment with my son was rushed.

September 3, 2026

5

Dr. Bochaus is an excellent provider. I really appreciate how prompt she is in seeing her patients, how professional she is, how kind she is, and how thorough she is. I really enjoy having her be the pediatrician for our kids. Thanks.

September 6, 2026

5

Hi, the front desk was wonderful and personable. Whoever checked us in, it was honestly one of my favorite times checking in. I don't know if it was end of day or what, but it was great. Bulkhouse is just a phenomenal human being. She really has been our primary care doctor for both of our kids since both of them were born and one is seven and one is almost four. And there isn't a time that I visit and I meet with her that I'm not leaving feeling really understood and heard and supported and as though we're a team. She really is phenomenal and I'm so glad that she is working with us, is working at your clinic is, you know, she's the best. She is a treasure. So I just wanted to, yeah, leave a little bit of feedback to just kind of sing her praises and front desk was pretty awesome too. Office was clean.

September 16, 2026

5

I absolutely love Dr. Boekhaus and everything about her, but I absolutely 150% hate everything else about the practice, all of the customer service, all of the people that answer the phone, all of the people that schedule.

September 19, 2026

5

I preferred when the nurse line was for my specific practice but I love the care we receive from this practice.

September 22, 2026

5

Dr Boekhaus is excellent. I'm glad my son is under her care. I trust her fully.

October 1, 2026

5

Great bedside manner. Appreciate the care and efficiency

October 2, 2026

5

The office is showing its age and in need of some investment. The nurses are great and office staff has improved since our last visit. We are very loyal to our doctor - Melissa Boekhaus. She is the best, most caring and thorough doctor. Been seeing her for 10 years now.

October 10, 2026

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Melissa Boekhaus, MD
Pediatrician with Wellstar since 2012
Rating
4.7
Specialties
Pediatrics
Education
Doctor of Medicine
Medical School
Medical College of Georgia-Augusta University
Residency
Emory University School of Medicine
Certifications
American Board of Pediatrics
Spoken Languages
English
Hospital Affiliations
Wellstar Cobb Hospital
Wellstar Kennestone Hospital
Office Locations
www.wellstar.org/physicians/melissa-boekhaus-md

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