4.3
7 Ratings with 3 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Lester Mertz is a rheumatologist who earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin, where he also completed his residency training. With 45 years of experience in rheumatology, Dr. Mertz has developed extensive expertise in treating complex inflammatory and autoimmune conditions. He speaks English and has built a distinguished career helping patients manage challenging rheumatologic disorders.
Dr. Mertz practices at Mayo Clinic locations in Scottsdale and Phoenix, Arizona, with hospital privileges at Mayo Clinic Hospital. He specializes in treating serious conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, polymyositis, dermatomyositis, and granulomatosis with polyangiitis. His practice includes comprehensive metabolic testing and infusion therapy services for patients requiring intravenous medications. Patients rate Dr. Mertz 4.3 out of 5 stars on average for his care.
Dr. Mertz practices at Mayo Clinic locations in Scottsdale and Phoenix, Arizona, with hospital privileges at Mayo Clinic Hospital. He specializes in treating serious conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, polymyositis, dermatomyositis, and granulomatosis with polyangiitis. His practice includes comprehensive metabolic testing and infusion therapy services for patients requiring intravenous medications. Patients rate Dr. Mertz 4.3 out of 5 stars on average for his care.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 45 years of experience
- 22 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Medical College Of Wisconsin
- 3 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 14 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 2 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Lester Ervin Mertz has 2 locationsMayo Clinic
13400 E Shea BlvdScottsdale, AZ 85259 Tel: (480) 301-8000
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Rheumatology | Rheumatology | Rheumatology | Rheumatology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 45 Years of Experience | 22 Years of Experience | 37 Years of Experience | 25 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Korean | Speaks English | Speaks English, Hindi |
| Scottsdale , AZ | Gilbert , AZ | Phoenix , AZ | Mesa , AZ |
| Med School: Medical College Of Wisconsin | Med School: Dongguk University, School of Medicine Gyeongju, South Korea | Med School: University of Utah | Med School: University of Bombay, India |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Lester Ervin Mertz
Medical Specialties
Dr. Lester Ervin Mertz has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Lester Ervin Mertz has the following 14 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
45 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Arizona, 2027, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Medical College Of Wisconsin
Medical School
Medical College Of WisconsinGraduated in 1981
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