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Dr. Ira Merkel, MD
Gastroenterology*
Age 66
Dr. Ira Merkel, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Somerset, NJ.
Dr. Ira Merkel, MD
Somerset, NJ
Accepting new patients
40 years of experience
Offers telehealth
Dr. Ira Merkel, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Somerset, NJ.
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Locations
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Digestive Disease Center of New Jersey33 Clyde Rd Ste 105-106, Somerset, NJ 08873
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Digestive Disease Center of New Jersey810 Ryders Ln, East Brunswick, NJ 08816
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Mar 12, 2022
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Insurance Accepted
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About Me
Biography
- Dr. Ira Merkel, MD is a gastroenterology specialist in Somerset, NJ and has over 39 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Autonomous University of Guadalajara School of Medicine in 1984. He specializes in Gastroenterology.
Languages Spoken
Spanish
Specialties*
Gastroenterology
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Education
Medical Education
Medical Education
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Autonomous University of Guadalajara School of Medicine
1984
Board Certifications
Board Certifications
- Internal Medicine
Residency
Residency Hospital
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Albert Einstein College of Medicine
1988
Fellowship
Fellowship Hospital
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University Pittsburgh Presby Hospital
1992
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Frequently Asked Questions
Find contact information here to make an appointment.
A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.
New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Ira Merkel, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Merkel's profile.
Dr. Merkel in specializes in Gastroenterology. See more on Sharecare.
Dr. Merkel frequently treats the following conditions: Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. See more on Sharecare.
Dr. Merkel's office is located at 33 Clyde Rd Ste 105-106 Somerset, NJ 08873. You can find other locations and directions on Sharecare.
Dr. Merkel is able to speak Spanish. View profile to see all.
Dr. Merkel provides telehealth services. Please contact the office to determine whether you are eligible.
Dr. Ira Merkel, MD is affiliated with Saint Peter's University Hospital and Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital.
Yes, Dr. Ira Merkel, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine.
Dr. Merkel has over 40 years of healthcare experience.
Dr. Ira Merkel, MD has a star rating of 3.1/5. See more patient feedback on Sharecare.
Hospital Affiliations
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Saint Peter's University Hospital
254 Easton Ave, New Brunswick, NJ
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Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital
1 Robert Wood Johnson Pl, New Brunswick, NJ
