4.9
19 Ratings with 19 written Reviews
Summary
Nurse Practitioner Karen Merkel brings 12 years of experience in family medicine to her practice, providing comprehensive care for patients of all ages. She earned her Family Nurse Practitioner degree from Texas Women's University, building a strong foundation in primary care medicine. Karen specializes in family medicine as a nurse practitioner, offering continuity of care for families throughout different life stages. She provides care in English for her patients.
Karen practices at Baylor Scott & White Urgent Care in Austin, Texas, and maintains an affiliation with Christus Santa Rosa Hospital San Marcos. Her expertise includes treating back pain during pregnancy and managing chronic pain conditions in both children and teens. She incorporates physical therapy approaches and strength training into her treatment plans to help patients achieve better health outcomes. Patients consistently rate Karen highly for her care, with an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.
Karen practices at Baylor Scott & White Urgent Care in Austin, Texas, and maintains an affiliation with Christus Santa Rosa Hospital San Marcos. Her expertise includes treating back pain during pregnancy and managing chronic pain conditions in both children and teens. She incorporates physical therapy approaches and strength training into her treatment plans to help patients achieve better health outcomes. Patients consistently rate Karen highly for her care, with an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 12 years of experience
- 23 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Texas Women's University (Education)
- 19 written reviews
- 1 award
- 2 specialties
- 8 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Female
Patients’ Perspective
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
- Flexible scheduling
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Office Location
Baylor Scott & White Urgent Care - Austin Circle C
5000 W Slaughter LnAustin, TX 78749 Tel: (512) 654-4000
Mon8:00 am - 7:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 7:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 7:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 7:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 7:30 pm
Sat9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sun9:00 am - 5:00 pm
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| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 12 Years of Experience | |||
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Urdu | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| Austin , TX | Webster , TX | Houston , TX | Keller , TX |
| Med School: Texas Women's University (Education) | Med School: Regis College, Weston, Massachusetts | ||
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Karen Merkel
Medical Specialties
Karen Merkel has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Karen Merkel has the following 8 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
12 Years Experience
Karen Merkel holds an active medical license in the state of Texas.
Medical License
Nurse Practitioner with an active medical license in the state of Texas that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Texas Women's University (Education) in 2014 and Texas Woman's University (Education) in 2014.
NPI Number
Karen Merkel's NPI number is 1093109340.
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- What languages does Karen Merkel speak?
- Karen Merkel speaks English.
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- You can see the insurance plans that Karen Merkel accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Which hospitals is Karen Merkel affiliated with?
- Karen Merkel is affiliated with Christus Santa Rosa Hospital San Marcos.
- Where is Karen Merkel's office located?
- Karen Merkel's office is located at 5000 W Slaughter Ln, Austin, TX, 78749.
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