Dr. Kraig E. Bertram

Name: Dr. Kraig E. Bertram

Specialty: Pediatrics | General Pediatrics

Qualification/Board Certification: DO – Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences College of Osteopathic Medicine

Affiliation(s): Salina Regional Health Center

Location (City/State): Salina, Kansas

Languages Spoken: English

Accepting New Patients: Yes

NPI Number: 1992026439

About the Doctor

Dr. Kraig E. Bertram is an experienced osteopathic pediatrician who has built a trusted practice in Salina, Kansas, dedicated to nurturing the health and well-being of children from infancy through adolescence. He earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences College of Osteopathic Medicine — a highly regarded osteopathic medical institution known for training compassionate, whole-person-focused physicians. He subsequently completed his residency in Pediatrics at Children’s Mercy Hospital from 2010 to 2013, one of the most prestigious children’s hospitals in the Midwest and consistently ranked among the top pediatric centers in the United States. This exceptional residency training provided Dr. Bertram with deep, hands-on experience across the full breadth of pediatric medicine, from routine well-child care to the management of complex childhood illnesses.

As a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, Dr. Bertram brings a uniquely holistic approach to pediatric care — one that considers the whole child, including their physical, developmental, emotional, and environmental health, rather than focusing solely on symptoms or individual conditions. This philosophy aligns naturally with the goals of pediatric primary care, where understanding a child’s overall developmental context is as important as treating their acute or chronic health needs.

Dr. Bertram practices at a dedicated pediatric office in Salina, Kansas, and is affiliated with Salina Regional Health Center, ensuring his patients have access to hospital-level care when more intensive treatment is required. He holds an active Kansas State Medical License through 2026 and previously held licensure in Missouri, reflecting his strong academic and clinical roots in the Kansas City region. He has earned patient recognition awards for Patients Recommend and Clearly Explains — notably receiving an excellent score for clarity of instructions, underscoring his ability to communicate health guidance in a way that families can readily understand and act upon.

Education & Training

• Medical School – Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences College of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
• Residency – Pediatrics, Children’s Mercy Hospital (2010–2013)
• Fellowship/Additional Training – General Pediatrics Practice | Osteopathic Pediatric Medicine
• Subspecialty Focus – General Pediatrics | Child and Adolescent Primary Care | Developmental Health

Medical Conditions Treated

• Common Childhood Illnesses (Ear Infections, Strep Throat, Colds, Influenza)
• Asthma and Pediatric Respiratory Conditions
• Allergies and Allergic Reactions in Children
• Childhood Eczema and Atopic Dermatitis
• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
• Developmental Delays and Behavioral Concerns
• Childhood Obesity and Nutritional Disorders
• Pediatric Diabetes and Metabolic Conditions
• Gastrointestinal Conditions (Reflux, Constipation, Abdominal Pain)
• Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) in Children
• Fever Evaluation and Infection Management
• Neonatal and Newborn Health Concerns
• Skin Conditions and Pediatric Dermatological Issues
• Anxiety, Depression, and Pediatric Mental Health Concerns
• Immunization-Preventable Diseases and Vaccine-Related Consultations

Medical Procedures Performed

• Newborn and infant well-child examinations
• Routine well-child visits across all pediatric age groups
• Childhood immunizations and vaccine administration
• Growth and developmental milestone assessments
• Vision and hearing screenings
• In-office laboratory testing (rapid strep, urinalysis, blood work)
• Asthma and respiratory condition evaluation and management
• ADHD behavioral screening and assessment
• Ear, nose, and throat evaluations
• Skin condition assessment and minor dermatological care
• Nutritional counseling and obesity management for children
• Mental and behavioral health screening (anxiety, depression, developmental)
• Sports and school physical examinations
• Referral coordination to pediatric specialists
• Acute illness diagnosis and treatment

Services Offered

Dr. Bertram’s pediatric practice is built around providing continuous, relationship-based primary care that supports children through every stage of growth and development. Drawing on his osteopathic medical training and his residency experience at Children’s Mercy Hospital, he approaches every patient visit with a whole-child perspective — considering not just the immediate health concern but the broader developmental, behavioral, and family context that shapes each child’s overall wellbeing.

Well-child care is the foundation of Dr. Bertram’s practice. He conducts comprehensive wellness visits at all recommended intervals — from the first newborn exam through adolescent health screenings — carefully monitoring each child’s growth, developmental milestones, nutritional health, vision, and hearing. These visits are also an essential opportunity for parents and caregivers to raise questions, discuss behavioral concerns, and receive up-to-date guidance on keeping their child healthy. Dr. Bertram has earned a particularly high patient score for clarity of instructions, reflecting his ability to communicate health recommendations in terms that families can clearly understand and confidently follow at home.

For children managing chronic conditions such as asthma, ADHD, allergies, or childhood obesity, Dr. Bertram provides structured, ongoing disease management that includes regular monitoring, medication oversight when appropriate, behavioral support, and family education. He recognizes that managing a child’s chronic condition is a partnership between physician, child, and family — and he works to ensure that all parties feel informed, supported, and empowered throughout the care process.

Dr. Bertram also provides attentive acute care for sudden illnesses and injuries, offering prompt evaluation and treatment to help families navigate unexpected health challenges with confidence. When specialist care is needed, he coordinates referrals efficiently, maintaining his central role as each child’s primary healthcare advocate and long-term physician partner.

Services include:

• Newborn care and early infant health evaluations
• Well-child visits and routine developmental assessments at all age intervals
• Childhood immunizations and vaccine schedule management
• Growth monitoring, nutritional assessment, and healthy weight counseling
• Acute illness diagnosis and treatment (ear infections, flu, strep, fever, respiratory)
• Asthma evaluation, management, and inhaler education
• Allergy assessment and environmental trigger counseling
• ADHD screening, behavioral assessment, and management support
• Childhood obesity counseling and lifestyle guidance
• Skin condition evaluation and pediatric dermatological care
• Vision and hearing screening
• Sports and school physical examinations
• Mental and behavioral health screening for children and adolescents
• Chronic disease management (asthma, diabetes, metabolic conditions)
• Specialist referrals and multidisciplinary pediatric care coordination
• Parent and caregiver health education and guidance

Accepted Insurances

• Aetna (EPO, HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)
• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Medicare, PPO)
• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)
• Cigna (PPO)
• Elevance (EPO, HMO, Medicaid, Medicare, POS, PPO)
• United Healthcare (HMO, Medicaid, POS, PPO)

Practice Locations

Location 1 501 S Santa Fe Ave, Suite 100 Salina, KS 67401 📞 (785) 825-2273

Hospital Affiliations

• Salina Regional Health Center — Salina, KS