3.2
13 Ratings with 2 written Reviews

Overview based on verified provider data
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| Dr. Carol Ann Merklein Hess, MD | Douglas Shapiro, DO, DABFM | Dr. Nicole Joel, MD | Taina Jean-Pierre, APRN |
| Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 31 Years of Experience | 6 Years of Experience | 3 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks French, English, Creole |
| Saint Petersburg , FL | TAMPA , FL | Jupiter , FL | Coconut Creek , FL |
| Med School: American University Of The Caribbean School Of Medicine | Med School: Lincoln Memorial University Debusk College Of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: University of Illinois College of Medicine | Med School: South University |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Dr. Carol Ann Merklein Hess holds an expired medical license in the state of Florida.
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Florida that expired in 2026.
Completed their residency at St John Hospital & Medical Ctr.
Graduated from American University Of The Caribbean School Of Medicine in 1995.
Dr. Hess' NPI number is 1447285713.










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