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Dr. Michael Mertens, MD

Dr. Michael Mertens, MD

Family Medicine*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Mertens, MD is a family medicine physician in Mount Juliet, TN and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Tennessee - College of Medicine in 1997. He is affiliated with Tristar Summit Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 28 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (28 reviews)

Locations

Heritage Medical Associates

Heritage Medical Associates325 Old Pleasant Grove Rd Mount Juliet, TN 37122
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At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Mertens specializes in the area of Family Practice. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Mertens' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Mertens

3.8

28 ratings, 9 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
29%
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
Helpful
Aug 17, 2023
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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
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Brian Swain – Jul 23, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Apr 10, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Mar 26, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 26, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
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Douglas Fulmer in Mount Juliet, TN – May 09, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
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Old Hickory, TN – Feb 03, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Shearin in Hermitage, TN – Dec 15, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Jun 16, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Michael Mertens completed medical school at University of Tennessee in Memphis, TN before completing his residency at the UT Family Medicine Residency Program in Jackson, TN. Dr. Mertens is board certified in Family Medicine. He enjoys travel, select soccer with his children and cooking.
  • Family Medicine

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  • University Of Tennessee - College Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital
  • University Of Tennessee - College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
Family Practice
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Tristar Summit Medical Center

    5655 Frist Blvd
    Hermitage, TN 37076
    Recipient of 41
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
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