Summary

Dr. Venkat Merla is an internal medicine physician who brings over two decades of medical experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Guntur Medical College and has dedicated 23 years to caring for patients with a wide range of internal medicine conditions. Dr. Merla speaks English and focuses his practice on comprehensive adult healthcare.

Dr. Merla is affiliated with multiple healthcare systems, including Mercy Hospital Joplin, Reid Health, and Antelope Valley Hospital, and practices in Lancaster, California. He specializes in managing diabetes, including both adult and pediatric cases of Type 2 diabetes. His clinical expertise includes ordering comprehensive blood work and metabolic testing to monitor patient health and track treatment progress.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 23 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Guntur Medical College
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Venkat Rao Merla has 2 locations

Kaiser Permanente Lancaster Medical Offices

43112 15th St WLancaster, CA 93534
Mon8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sun9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Antelope Valley Hospital

1600 W Avenue JLancaster, CA 93534

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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
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23 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, French, Bambara
Lancaster , CADiamond Bar , CATigard , ORUpland , CA
Med School: Guntur Medical College Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine Med School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: University Of Aleppo Faculty Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Venkat Rao Merla

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Venkat Rao Merla has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Venkat Rao Merla has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

23 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Guntur Medical CollegeGraduated in 2003

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Where is Dr. Venkat Merla's office located?
Dr. Venkat Merla's office is located at 43112 15th St W, Lancaster, CA, 93534.
Which hospitals is Dr. Venkat Merla affiliated with?
Dr. Venkat Merla is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Joplin, Reid Health, and Antelope Valley Hospital.
What languages does Dr. Venkat Merla speak?
Dr. Venkat Merla speaks English.

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