Dr. James J. Merrill, MD | Bristol, TN | Cardiovascular Disease

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Dr. James Merrill is a cardiovascular disease specialist with expertise in internal medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Washington School of Medicine and completed his residency at Duke University Medical Center. With four decades of experience in cardiac care, Dr. Merrill brings extensive knowledge to treating complex heart conditions. He speaks English with his patients.

Dr. Merrill practices at Bristol Regional Medical Center in Bristol, Tennessee, and maintains an affiliation with Select Specialty Hospital Tri Cities. His clinical focus includes treating heart rhythm disorders such as cardiac arrhythmia and heart block. He performs diagnostic procedures like electrocardiograms and ambulatory heart monitoring to evaluate cardiac function. Dr. Merrill also specializes in advanced treatments including leadless pacemaker placement for patients with heart rhythm problems. Patients rate him 4.4 out of 5 stars on average.

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accepting new patients
4.4

31 Ratings
40 years of experience
23 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Duke University Medical Center
7 written reviews
2 specialties
13 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
Male

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I have been so blessed to have this doctor in my life! He is the most caring and passionate person and takes time to listen to you and then makes a decision with your permission to take steps with dealing with your care!

April 10th, 2020

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Dr Merrill had reviewed my records prior to my visit and was very thorough in evaluating my problem. He explained my diagnosis and clearly presented the options to me. He has a caring manner and I would highly recommend him.

April 16th, 2019

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First time w/ Dr. Merrill was in ER with first A-fib attack. At least I think it was Dr. Merrill, I was sorta in shock and never saw him again, internist ok'd me for release. At Follow-up appt, I was again handed off to an internist. Before 2nd appt, office called and wanted me to ok just seeing an internist. I said no, I would like to meet the dr. for a change. That appt would take 2/3 more months. That's when I quit, I don't even know if he really exists !!

April 11th, 2016

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I've seen several cardiologist in the practice over nearly 20 years time and I have to say that Dr. Merrill is the absolute most caring, , genuinely compassionate doctor among all of them at Cardiovascular Associates. This is counting both the Kingsport and Abingdon offices. He is just amazing and a true blessing to ALL his patients.

September 22nd, 2014

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Dr. Merrill explained the procedure in detail. The procedure went well and my tachycardia (due to atrial flutter) went away immediately.

October 16th, 2013

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Wonderful Doctor!

January 20th, 2012

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Excellent physician!! After 10 yrs of SVT and palpitations from a continuing heart problems. He finally was able to make them go away with the right medicine combination. Other physicians didn't worry too much about my symptoms but Dr Merrill took the time to take care of my need! Great bedside manner and good guy!!

January 18th, 2011

Bristol Regional Medical Center

1 Medical Park BlvdBristol, TN 37620

Tel: (423) 844-1121

Cva Heart Institute Johnson City On Knob Creek

2428 Knob Creek RdJohnson City, TN 37604

Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm

Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm

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Dr. James Jay Merrill, MD	Dr. Lindsay Adair Davies, DO	Dr. Thomas Jefferson Helton, DO	Dr. Mohd Awni Mohd Ibrahim
Cardiovascular Disease	Hospital Medicine	Interventional Cardiology	Infectious Disease
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40 Years of Experience	13 Years of Experience	24 Years of Experience	15 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Bristol , TN	Kingsport , TN	Kingsport , TN	Bristol , TN
Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine	Med School: Lincoln Memorial University Debusk College Of Osteopathic Medicine	Med School: University Of Pikeville - Kentucky College Of Osteopathic Medicine	Med School: Mutah University Faculty Of Medicine
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Medical Doctor, Tennessee, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

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Duke University Medical Center

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University Of Washington School Of MedicineGraduated in 1986

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