Summary

Dr. Ryan Merkow is a surgeon who specializes in surgical oncology, focusing on cancer treatment through surgical intervention. He earned his medical degree from the University of Colorado School of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Chicago. With 19 years of experience in the field, Dr. Merkow has developed extensive expertise in complex cancer surgeries and patient care.

Dr. Merkow practices at multiple locations throughout Chicago, Illinois, including the University of Chicago Medicine and Northwestern Medical Group facilities. He treats patients with colorectal cancer, including both primary colon cancer and cases where the cancer has spread or returned after previous treatment. His procedural expertise includes advanced imaging techniques such as CT scans, MRI, and specialized MR enterograms to help diagnose and monitor patient conditions.

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Quick Facts

  • 19 years of experience
  • 7 insurance plans accepted
  • University of Chicago
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Ryan Patrick Merkow has 5 locations

The University Of Chicago Medicine

5841 S Maryland AveChicago, IL 60637

Dr. Ryan Patrick Merkow

633 N Saint Clair St Fl 20Chicago, IL 60611

Northwestern Medical Group

1000 N Westmoreland Rd Pavilion A, Level 1Lake Forest, IL 60045

Northwestern Medical Group

675 N St Clair St Galter Pavilion, Ste 21-700Chicago, IL 60611

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SurgerySurgerySurgerySurgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
19 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Polish, English Speaks English
Chicago , ILMaywood , ILMaywood , ILDowners Grove , IL
Med School: University Of Colorado School Of Medicine Med School: Alfaisal University Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ryan Patrick Merkow

  • Amita Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ryan Patrick Merkow has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ryan Patrick Merkow has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • General Surgery
  • Surgical Oncology

Certifications, License, & Education

19 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University of Chicago

Medical School

University Of Colorado School Of MedicineGraduated in 2007

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Dr. Ryan Merkow's office is located at 5758 S Maryland Ave, Chicago, IL, 60637.
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