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Dr. Maricruz Merino is an internal medicine physician with 19 years of experience providing comprehensive adult healthcare. She earned her medical degree from the Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, where she developed a strong foundation in evidence-based medicine. Dr. Merino is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing her to serve patients from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Dr. Merino practices at Gallup Indian Medical Center in Gallup, New Mexico, where she focuses on managing complex health conditions. She treats patients with chronic kidney disease and helps manage coronary artery disease, including specialized care for women with heart conditions. Her diagnostic approach includes comprehensive metabolic testing and blood glucose monitoring to help patients maintain optimal health.
Dr. Merino practices at Gallup Indian Medical Center in Gallup, New Mexico, where she focuses on managing complex health conditions. She treats patients with chronic kidney disease and helps manage coronary artery disease, including specialized care for women with heart conditions. Her diagnostic approach includes comprehensive metabolic testing and blood glucose monitoring to help patients maintain optimal health.
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Quick Facts
- 19 years of experience
- 10 insurance plans accepted
- speaks Spanish, English
- Geisel School Of Medicine At Dartmouth
- 1 specialty
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Female
Office Location
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Maricruz Merino has the following specialty
Certifications, License, & Education
19 Years Experience
Dr. Maricruz Merino holds an expired medical license in the state of New Mexico.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of New Mexico that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Geisel School Of Medicine At Dartmouth in 2007.
NPI Number
Dr. Merino's NPI number is 1649479874.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. Maricruz Merino affiliated with?
- Dr. Maricruz Merino is affiliated with Gallup Indian Medical Center.
- What languages does Dr. Maricruz Merino speak?
- Dr. Maricruz Merino speaks Spanish and English.
- Where is Dr. Maricruz Merino's office located?
- Dr. Maricruz Merino's office is located at 516 E Nizhoni Blvd, Gallup, NM, 87301.
- Does Dr. Maricruz Merino accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Maricruz Merino has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Does Dr. Maricruz Merino accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Maricruz Merino accepts on their Vitals profile.
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