5
1 Rating with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Kenneth Merkitch is a physician specializing in obstetrics and gynecology with additional expertise in anesthesiology. He earned his medical degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and brings over four decades of clinical experience to his practice. Dr. Merkitch is fluent in both English and Spanish.
Dr. Merkitch practices at Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center and Gundersen Palmer Lutheran Hospital, with locations in La Crosse, Wisconsin and West Union, Iowa. He focuses on caring for women with high-risk pregnancies and managing gestational diabetes. His expertise includes performing fetal ultrasounds and nonstress tests to monitor developing babies. Patients rate Dr. Merkitch 5.0 out of 5 stars for his compassionate care.
Dr. Merkitch practices at Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center and Gundersen Palmer Lutheran Hospital, with locations in La Crosse, Wisconsin and West Union, Iowa. He focuses on caring for women with high-risk pregnancies and managing gestational diabetes. His expertise includes performing fetal ultrasounds and nonstress tests to monitor developing babies. Patients rate Dr. Merkitch 5.0 out of 5 stars for his compassionate care.
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 board certifications
- 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
Compare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. Kenneth William Merkitch, MD | Dr. Brian Keith Larsen | Dr. Michael Louis Bottcher | Dr. Patrick Chiho Park |
| Obstetrics & Gynecology | Anesthesiology | Anesthesiology | Anesthesiology |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 42 Years of Experience | 28 Years of Experience | 40 Years of Experience | 18 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 | La Crosse , WI | La Crosse , WI | La Crosse , WI |
| Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine & Public Health | Med School: Medical College Of Wisconsin | Med School: RUSH MEDICAL COLLEGE OF RUSH UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER |
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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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- Dr. Kenneth William Merkitch's office is located at 1900 South Ave, La Crosse, WI, 54601.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Kenneth William Merkitch affiliated with?
- Dr. Kenneth William Merkitch is affiliated with Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center and Gundersen Palmer Lutheran Hospital.
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