Summary

Dr. Asif Merchant is an internal medicine physician who specializes in geriatric medicine and hospice and palliative medicine. He earned his medical degree from K J Somaiya Medical College and completed his residency at North Shore University Hospital. With 28 years of medical experience, Dr. Merchant brings extensive knowledge to caring for older adults and patients with serious illnesses. He speaks English fluently.

Dr. Merchant practices at Saint Elizabeths Medical Center in Brighton, Massachusetts, and maintains hospital affiliations with Boston Medical Center Brighton. He focuses on treating patients with Alzheimer's disease and dementia, providing compassionate care for complex memory-related conditions. His expertise extends to managing decubitus ulcers and performing chronic wound care and wound debridement procedures. Patients rate Dr. Merchant 4.5 out of 5 stars for his dedicated approach to senior care and end-of-life support.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.5
  • 28 years of experience
  • 45 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • North Shore University Hospital
  • 1 written review
  • 3 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Saint Elizabeths Medical Center

736 Cambridge StBrighton, MA 02135
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Geriatric MedicineDiagnostic RadiologyCritical Care MedicineNurse Practitioner
Accepts New Patients
4.5 
4.5 
28 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Brighton , MANeedham , MABeverly , MAWestborough , MA
Med School: K J Somaiya Medical College Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Asif Abdul Merchant

  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • CBA Blue
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP)
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP) - HMO
  • GEHA
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care - HMO
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care - Medicare
  • Health New England
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Integra
  • Johns Hopkins Employer Health Programs
  • Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • MassHealth
  • MassHealth - Medicaid
  • MassHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • MVP Health Care
  • Senior Whole Health
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • Trusted Health Plan
  • Trusted Health Plan - Medicare
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • Tufts Health Plan - Medicare
  • UniCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • Well Sense Health Plan
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Asif Abdul Merchant has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Asif Abdul Merchant has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Cognitive Issues/Testing
  • Confusion
  • Dementia
  • Dementia Testing
  • EOL Care
  • Hospice & Palliative Medicine
  • Internal Medicine
  • Osteopenia
  • Osteoporosis
  • Senility
  • Urinary Incontinence

Certifications, License, & Education

28 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Massachusetts, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

North Shore University Hospital

Medical School

K J Somaiya Medical CollegeGraduated in 1998

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Where is Dr. Asif Merchant's office located?
Dr. Asif Merchant's office is located at 736 Cambridge St, Brighton, MA, 02135.

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