Summary

Dr. Thomas Merle is a vascular and thoracic surgeon with 44 years of experience treating complex cardiovascular conditions. He earned his medical degree from Ohio State University College of Medicine & Public Health and completed his residency at Riverside Methodist Hospital. Dr. Merle speaks English and brings extensive expertise to his surgical practice.

Dr. Merle is affiliated with multiple Kettering Health locations throughout Ohio, including facilities in Kettering, Dayton, and Franklin. He specializes in treating coronary artery disease and performs advanced procedures such as coronary artery bypass graft surgery and minimally-invasive heart surgery. His expertise includes off-pump bypass surgery, which can reduce recovery time for certain patients. Patients rate Dr. Merle 4.8 out of 5 stars for his surgical care and expertise.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 44 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Riverside Methodist Hospital
  • 7 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 8 hospital affiliations
  • 8 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Thomas Joseph Merle has 8 locations

Kettering Health Medical Group Cardiothoracic Surgery - Main Campus

3533 Southern Blvd. Suite 5650Kettering, OH 45429
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Kettering Health Medical Group Cardiothoracic Surgery

3533 Southern Blvd Ste 5650Kettering, OH 45429
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Atrium Medical Center

1 Medical Center DrFranklin, OH 45005

Kettering Health Washington Township

1997 Miamisburg Centerville RdDayton, OH 45459

Kettering Health Main Campus

3535 Southern BlvdKettering, OH 45429

Miami Valley Hospital

1 Wyoming StDayton, OH 45409

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Dr. Thomas Joseph Merle, MDDr. Warren Frederick Muth, MDDr. David Edward Mcloughlin, MDDr. Paul Frank Heyse, MD
Vascular SurgerySurgeryThoracic SurgerySurgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
4.7 
2.6 
44 Years of Experience 56 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience 48 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Kettering , OHDayton , OHDayton , OHDayton , OH
Med School: Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Thomas Joseph Merle has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Thomas Joseph Merle has the following area of expertise

  • Thoracic Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

44 Years Experience

Dr. Thomas Joseph Merle holds an expired medical license in the state of Ohio.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Ohio that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Riverside Methodist Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health in 1982.

NPI Number

Dr. Merle's NPI number is 1730187469.

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What languages does Dr. Thomas Merle speak?
Dr. Thomas Merle speaks English.
Which hospitals is Dr. Thomas Merle affiliated with?
Dr. Thomas Merle is affiliated with Kettering Health Dayton, Kettering Health Main Campus, Miami Valley Hospital, Atrium Medical Center, Kettering Health Washington Township, Soin Medical Center, Riverview Health Institute, and Kettering Health Medical Group Cardiothoracic Surgery.
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