5
1 Rating with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Kenneth Merkitch treats high-risk pregnancy, gestational diabetes, and anxiety during pregnancy, and performs fetal ultrasound and biophysical profile testing. He practices obstetrics and gynecology and anesthesiology and has 42 years of experience. He speaks English and Spanish.
Dr. Merkitch earned his medical degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and is affiliated with Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center and Gundersen Palmer Lutheran Hospital, seeing patients in La Crosse, Wisconsin, and West Union, Iowa. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Merkitch 5 out of 5.
Dr. Merkitch earned his medical degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and is affiliated with Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center and Gundersen Palmer Lutheran Hospital, seeing patients in La Crosse, Wisconsin, and West Union, Iowa. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Merkitch 5 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 42 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine
- 1 written review
- 2 specialties
- 13 areas of expertise
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 4 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Kenneth William Merkitch has 4 locationsGundersen La Crosse Clinic
1836 South AveLa Crosse, WI 54601 Tel: (608) 782-7300
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
Gundersen Palmer Lutheran West Union Clinic
110 Jefferson StWest Union, IA 52175 Tel: (563) 422-3817
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sun8:00 am - 12:00 pm
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| Dr. Kenneth William Merkitch, MD | Jason Matthew Sargent | Helene Marie Kuffel | Dr. John Matthew Reynen, MD |
| Obstetrics & Gynecology | Anesthesiology | Anesthesiology | Anesthesiology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 42 Years of Experience | 4 Years of Experience | 15 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | |||
| La Crosse , WI | Rochester , MN | La Crosse , WI | La Crosse , WI |
| Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine | Med School: Mayo Clinic Alix School Of Medicine | Med School: Sanford School Of Medicine Of The University Of South Dakota | |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Kenneth William Merkitch
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Kenneth William Merkitch has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Kenneth William Merkitch has the following 13 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
42 Years Experience
Dr. Kenneth William Merkitch holds expired and active medical licenses in the states of Wisconsin and Iowa.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Wisconsin that expired in 2025 and an active medical license in the state of Iowa that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine in 1984.
NPI Number
Dr. Merkitch's NPI number is 1215930888.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. Kenneth Merkitch affiliated with?
- Dr. Kenneth Merkitch is affiliated with Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center and Gundersen Palmer Lutheran Hospital.
- Is Dr. Kenneth Merkitch accepting new patients?
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- What languages does Dr. Kenneth Merkitch speak?
- Dr. Kenneth Merkitch speaks English and Spanish.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kenneth Merkitch?
- You can find contact information for Dr. Kenneth Merkitch here on Vitals.
- Does Dr. Kenneth Merkitch accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Kenneth Merkitch accepts on their Vitals profile.
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