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Dr. Kurt Merkel, MD

Dr. Kurt Merkel, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Kurt Merkel, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Saint Louis, MO and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine in 1980. He is affiliated with ProHealth Waukesha Memorial Hospital. He is not accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 27 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (27 reviews)

Practice

816 S Kirkwood Rd Ste 105 Saint Louis, MO 63122

Make an Appointment

(636) 680-5400

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Merkel specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Merkel's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Merkel

4.6

27 ratings, 9 with a written review
5 Star
85%
85%
4 Star
4%
4%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
4%
4%
1 Star
7%
7%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
Brackney – Dec 13, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Aug 04, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Nov 01, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Len in Sunset Hills, MO – Feb 16, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
Rita Lang in Owensville, MO – Feb 16, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
St Louis, MO – Oct 19, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
11 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sharon Jordan in Bonne Terre, MO – Sep 20, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
10 people found this helpful
Helpful
D. Greenlee in st. Louis, Mo – May 19, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
11 people found this helpful
Helpful
Karen Pugh in Murphysboro, IL – Jan 11, 2016
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About Me

biography

" It has always been my goal to become partners with my patients in managing their joint pain and treatment. Each patient is an individual with unique needs and concerns,and I am dedicated to putting them on the right path to healing so they can return to the active lifestyle they're used to. "

  • Orthopedic Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Harvard

    Fellowship Hospital, 1990

  • University Of Mn-masters In Orthopedics

    1985

  • Mayo Clinic

    Internship Hospital, 1981

  • Mayo Clinic Alix School Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital, 1981

  • Saint Louis University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1980

  • University Of Washington

    Undergraduate School, 1974
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

SSM Medical Group Inc.816 S Kirkwood Rd Ste 105 Saint Louis, MO 63122
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • ProHealth Waukesha Memorial Hospital

    725 American Ave
    Waukesha, WI 53188

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

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