4.1
8 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Peter Merkel is a rheumatologist and internal medicine physician with 38 years of experience treating complex autoimmune and inflammatory conditions. He earned his medical degree from Yale University School of Medicine and has dedicated his career to helping patients manage challenging rheumatologic diseases. Dr. Merkel speaks English and brings nearly four decades of clinical expertise to his practice.
Dr. Merkel is affiliated with several prestigious institutions in Philadelphia, including Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, and Pennsylvania Hospital. He specializes in treating conditions such as granulomatosis with polyangiitis, joint pain, and allergic reactions. His procedural expertise includes joint fluid removal, bursa injections, and bursa aspiration to help diagnose and treat inflammatory joint conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Dr. Merkel is affiliated with several prestigious institutions in Philadelphia, including Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, and Pennsylvania Hospital. He specializes in treating conditions such as granulomatosis with polyangiitis, joint pain, and allergic reactions. His procedural expertise includes joint fluid removal, bursa injections, and bursa aspiration to help diagnose and treat inflammatory joint conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 38 years of experience
- speaks English
- Yale University School Of Medicine
- 2 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 12 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 4 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. Peter Alexander Merkel has 4 locationsPenn Rheumatology Perelman
3400 Civic Center Blvd Fl 1Philadelphia, PA 19104 Tel: (800) 789-7366
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
Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania Pavilion
1 Convention AvePhiladelphia, PA 19104 Tel: (267) 862-0015
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| Dr. Peter Alexander Merkel, MD | Dr. Laurence Joseph Gavin, MD | Dr. Steven Craig Linn, MD | Dr. Donald Vincent Powers |
| Rheumatology | Emergency Medicine | Public Health & General Preventive Medicine | Nephrology |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 38 Years of Experience | 48 Years of Experience | 38 Years of Experience | 71 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | |||
| Philadelphia , PA | Philadelphia , PA | Vineland , NJ | Devon , PA |
| Med School: Yale University School Of Medicine | Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College | Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine | Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Peter Alexander Merkel
Medical Specialties
Dr. Peter Alexander Merkel has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Peter Alexander Merkel has the following 12 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
38 Years Experience
Dr. Peter Alexander Merkel holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Yale University School Of Medicine in 1988.
NPI Number
Dr. Merkel's NPI number is 1437136173.
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- Dr. Peter Merkel is affiliated with Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Hospital, and Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania Pavilion.
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