Summary

Dr. Alan Mermelstein is a gastroenterologist and internal medicine physician who has been caring for patients for over four decades. He earned his medical degree from Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University and completed his residency at Medical College of Pennsylvania. Dr. Mermelstein brings 43 years of clinical expertise to his practice, helping patients with complex digestive health concerns. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Mermelstein is affiliated with Trinity Health Mid Atlantic and practices at multiple locations throughout Philadelphia and Langhorne, Pennsylvania. He specializes in treating conditions such as GERD, colon polyps, and gastritis. His procedural expertise includes lower GI endoscopy and pathology testing to help diagnose digestive disorders. Patients have given Dr. Mermelstein an average rating of 4.4 stars for his compassionate care and clinical skills.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.4
  • 43 years of experience
  • 26 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Medical College Of Pennsylvania
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Alan Mark Mermelstein has 4 locations

Nazareth Gastroenterology

1403 Rhawn StPhiladelphia, PA 19111
Mon7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri7:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Nazareth Hospital

2601 Holme AvePhiladelphia, PA 19152

Jefferson Bucks Hospital

380 Oxford Valley RdLanghorne, PA 19047

Jefferson Frankford Hospital

4900 Frankford AvePhiladelphia, PA 19124

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GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
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4.4 
43 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, Italian
Philadelphia , PAPhiladelphia , PADarby , PADarby , PA
Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: Ponce School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Alan Mark Mermelstein

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • Cigna
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthPartners - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Humana
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Keystone First
  • Keystone First - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Keystone First - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UPMC Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Alan Mark Mermelstein has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Alan Mark Mermelstein has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Internal Medicine
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

43 Years Experience

Dr. Alan Mark Mermelstein holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Medical College Of Pennsylvania.

Medical School

Graduated from Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University in 1983.

NPI Number

Dr. Mermelstein's NPI number is 1073520458.

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Dr. Alan Mermelstein's office is located at 1403 Rhawn St, Philadelphia, PA, 19111.
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