4.1
8 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Peter Merkel is a rheumatologist and internal medicine specialist who earned his medical degree from Yale University School of Medicine. With 38 years of experience in medicine, he has developed extensive expertise in treating complex rheumatologic conditions and providing comprehensive internal medicine care. Dr. Merkel speaks English and brings nearly four decades of clinical knowledge to his patient care.
Dr. Merkel practices at several prestigious Penn Medicine locations throughout Philadelphia, including Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Hospital, and Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania Pavilion. He specializes in treating conditions such as granulomatosis with polyangiitis, joint pain, and allergic reactions. His procedural expertise includes bursa aspiration, bursa injection, and arthrocentesis to help diagnose and treat joint-related conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.1 on Vitals.
Dr. Merkel practices at several prestigious Penn Medicine locations throughout Philadelphia, including Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Hospital, and Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania Pavilion. He specializes in treating conditions such as granulomatosis with polyangiitis, joint pain, and allergic reactions. His procedural expertise includes bursa aspiration, bursa injection, and arthrocentesis to help diagnose and treat joint-related conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.1 on Vitals.
Overview based on verified provider data
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
- 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. Ronald Stuart Banner, MD | Dr. William Charles Ware, MD | Dr. Jeffrey Steven Weisman, DO |
| Rheumatology | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Cardiovascular Disease |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 38 Years of Experience | 59 Years of Experience | 44 Years of Experience | 50 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks Russian, Spanish |
| Philadelphia , PA | Philadelphia , PA | Aston , PA | Philadelphia , PA |
| Med School: Yale University School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Pennsylvania School Of Medicine | Med School: Hahnemann University School Of Medicine | Med School: Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine |
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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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