Dr. Ragasri Kumar Merkes, DO

Dr. Ragasri Kumar Merkes is a board-certified neurologist who has dedicated two decades to caring for patients with complex neurological conditions. She earned her Doctor of Osteopathy degree from Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine, bringing the holistic osteopathic approach to neurological care. With 20 years of experience in neurology, Dr. Merkes combines extensive clinical knowledge with compassionate patient care. She provides consultations and treatment in English.

Dr. Merkes practices at multiple locations throughout Wisconsin, Iowa, and Minnesota, including Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center, Mayo Clinic Health System, and Winona Health Hospital in La Crosse, Decorah, and Winona respectively. Her clinical expertise focuses on treating epilepsy and migraine headaches, including specialized care for pediatric migraine patients. She utilizes advanced diagnostic tools such as electroencephalograms to evaluate brain function and develops comprehensive …treatment plans that may include physical therapy and metabolic testing to optimize patient outcomes.