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16 Ratings with 3 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Lourdes Merlo is an internal medicine physician who also specializes in hospice and palliative medicine. She earned her medical degree from Universidad Central De Venezuela and completed her residency training at Jamaica Hospital. With 37 years of medical experience, Dr. Merlo has developed extensive expertise in caring for patients with complex medical conditions and providing comfort-focused care for those facing serious illnesses.
Dr. Merlo practices in Bronx, New York, where she treats patients with conditions such as respiratory failure, electrolyte imbalances, and COPD with additional health complications. Her clinical skills include providing emergency care, managing home infusion therapy, and performing electrocardiograms to monitor heart function. Patients have given Dr. Merlo an average rating of 5.0, reflecting their confidence in her compassionate and skilled medical care.
Dr. Merlo practices in Bronx, New York, where she treats patients with conditions such as respiratory failure, electrolyte imbalances, and COPD with additional health complications. Her clinical skills include providing emergency care, managing home infusion therapy, and performing electrocardiograms to monitor heart function. Patients have given Dr. Merlo an average rating of 5.0, reflecting their confidence in her compassionate and skilled medical care.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 37 years of experience
- 41 insurance plans accepted
- Jamaica Hospital
- 3 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 2 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 office location
- Female
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
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| Dr. Lourdes Gricel Merlo, MD | Debra Shira Greenfield, MD | Dr. Timothy G Jayasundera, MD | Dr. Muhammad Reza Zakaria |
| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 37 Years of Experience | 44 Years of Experience | 40 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks Spanish, Russian | Speaks Spanish, Russian, English | |
| Bronx , NY | Smithtown , NY | South Ozone Park , NY | Brooklyn , NY |
| Med School: Universidad Central De Venezuela | Med School: Mount Sinai School Of Medicine Of New York University | Med School: Ross University School of Medicine | Med School: Dhaka Medical College And Hospital |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Lourdes Gricel Merlo
Medical Specialties
Dr. Lourdes Gricel Merlo has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Lourdes Gricel Merlo has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
37 Years Experience
Dr. Lourdes Gricel Merlo 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 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Jamaica Hospital.
Medical School
Graduated from Universidad Central De Venezuela in 2009 and Universidad De Los Andes (Venezuela) Facultad De Medicina in 1989.
NPI Number
Dr. Merlo's NPI number is 1902035215.
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- Dr. Lourdes Merlo's office is located at 1650 Grand Concourse, Bronx, NY, 10457.
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