4.1
8 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Peter Merkel is a rheumatologist with secondary expertise in internal medicine who earned his medical degree from Yale University School of Medicine. With 38 years of experience treating complex autoimmune and musculoskeletal conditions, he brings extensive knowledge to his practice in Philadelphia. Dr. Merkel communicates with patients in English.
Dr. Merkel practices at several prestigious Penn Medicine locations throughout Philadelphia, including Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, and Pennsylvania Hospital. He specializes in treating conditions such as granulomatosis with polyangiitis, osteoporosis, and allergic reactions. His procedural expertise includes joint fluid removal, bursa injections, and therapeutic injections for inflamed joint sacs. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Dr. Merkel practices at several prestigious Penn Medicine locations throughout Philadelphia, including Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, and Pennsylvania Hospital. He specializes in treating conditions such as granulomatosis with polyangiitis, osteoporosis, and allergic reactions. His procedural expertise includes joint fluid removal, bursa injections, and therapeutic injections for inflamed joint sacs. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 38 years of experience
- speaks English
- Yale University School Of Medicine
- 2 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 12 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 4 hospital affiliations
- 4 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Peter Alexander Merkel has 4 locationsPenn Rheumatology Perelman
3400 Civic Center Blvd Fl 1Philadelphia, PA 19104 Tel: (800) 789-7366
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
Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania Pavilion
1 Convention AvePhiladelphia, PA 19104 Tel: (267) 862-0015
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| Rheumatology | Emergency Medicine | Pediatrics | Sleep Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 38 Years of Experience | 29 Years of Experience | 7 Years of Experience | 7 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | |||
| Philadelphia , PA | Philadelphia , PA | Philadelphia , PA | Philadelphia , PA |
| Med School: Yale University School Of Medicine | Med School: Jacobs School Of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences At The Univ Of Buffalo | Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School | Med School: University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Peter Alexander Merkel
Medical Specialties
Dr. Peter Alexander Merkel has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Peter Alexander Merkel has the following 12 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
38 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
Yale University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1988
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