0 reviews
Summary
Dr. Lisa Merlin is a neurologist with four decades of experience treating patients with a wide range of neurological conditions. She earned her medical degree from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed her residency at SUNY Health Science Center. Her extensive background in neurology allows her to provide comprehensive care for complex neurological disorders. Dr. Merlin is fluent in both Russian and English, enabling her to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.
Dr. Merlin practices at Kings County Hospital Center and University Hospital of Brooklyn in Brooklyn, New York. She specializes in treating back pain conditions, including back pain during pregnancy and back pain in children and teens. Her treatment approach incorporates physical therapy and manual therapy techniques. Dr. Merlin also utilizes strength training programs as part of her comprehensive care plans for patients experiencing neurological and musculoskeletal concerns.
Dr. Merlin practices at Kings County Hospital Center and University Hospital of Brooklyn in Brooklyn, New York. She specializes in treating back pain conditions, including back pain during pregnancy and back pain in children and teens. Her treatment approach incorporates physical therapy and manual therapy techniques. Dr. Merlin also utilizes strength training programs as part of her comprehensive care plans for patients experiencing neurological and musculoskeletal concerns.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 40 years of experience
- speaks Russian, English
- Suny Health Science Center
- 1 specialty
- 9 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 3 office locations
- Female
Office Locations
Dr. Lisa Ruth Merlin has 3 locationsSuny Down State Medical Center
450 CLARKSON AVE STE 1213BROOKLYN, NY 11203Mon8:00 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
Compare with Similar Doctors
![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() |
| Dr. Lisa Ruth Merlin, MD | Dr. Roshni Karnani, MD | Dr. Fiona Gupta, MD | Dr. Margarita Mikhaylova |
| Neurology | Neurology | Neurology | Neurology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 40 Years of Experience | 21 Years of Experience | 24 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Russian, English | Speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese, Hindi, Urdu, Gujarati | Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks English |
| Brooklyn , NY | New York , NY | New York , NY | New York , NY |
| Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine | Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine | Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine | Med School: New York College of Osteopathic Medicine (NYIT-COM) |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Lisa Ruth Merlin
Be sure to verify insurance information directly with your doctor's office, as it may undergo frequent changes.
Medical Specialties
Dr. Lisa Ruth Merlin has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Lisa Ruth Merlin has the following 9 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
40 Years Experience
Dr. Lisa Ruth Merlin holds an active medical license in the state of New York.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Suny Health Science Center.
Medical School
Graduated from Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine in 1986.
NPI Number
Dr. Merlin's NPI number is 1619954518.
Similar doctors
Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Dr. Lisa Ruth Merlin accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Lisa Ruth Merlin has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Where is Dr. Lisa Ruth Merlin's office located?
- Dr. Lisa Ruth Merlin's office is located at 451 Clarkson Ave, Brooklyn, NY, 11203.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Lisa Ruth Merlin affiliated with?
- Dr. Lisa Ruth Merlin is affiliated with Kings County Hospital Center and University Hospital Of Brooklyn.
- Does Dr. Lisa Ruth Merlin accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Lisa Ruth Merlin accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Is Dr. Lisa Ruth Merlin accepting new patients?
- Dr. Lisa Ruth Merlin is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Lisa Ruth Merlin's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Ensuring Data Transparency and Trust: A Guide to Vitals Doctor Listings and Reviews
Our provider data is gathered directly from physicians and publicly available databases. Providers who verify their profiles gain the ability to update information, offering additional details about their specialties,education, treated conditions, performed procedures, and accepted insurances.
Reviews on Vitals are submitted by users only. Recognizing the valuable insights these reviews offer into a doctor's reputation, we maintain internal policies and protocols to ensure the quality and accuracy of all reviews. Importantly, providers cannot delete or alter reviews independently. Reviews can only be deleted or changed following an internal assessment by our customer service team.
Your feedback is highly valued and we encourage you to contact our support team should you encounter any issues.






