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Dr. Richard Merkler, MD

Pediatrics* Age 75
Dr. Richard Merkler, MD
5.0 (3 Ratings)

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Dr. Richard Merkler, MD

Pediatrics* Age 75
New York, NY
Accepting new patients
49 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Richard Merkler, MD is a Pediatrician in New York, NY.

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Dr. Merkler graduated from New York University. Dr. Richard Merkler, MD is a Pediatrician in New York, NY and has 49 years experience. Dr. Merkler currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with NYU Langone Hospitals, Mount Sinai Morningside and New York-Presbyterian Hospital. At present, Dr. Merkler received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 3 times. Dr. Merkler's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Merkler also speaks French. Dr. Merkler is board certified in Pediatrics and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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  1. 1 Office
    315 W 57th St Ste 301, New York, NY 10019
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  2. 2 West Side Hematology & Oncology PC.
    30 W 60th St, New York, NY 10023
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Dec 17, 2015
Dr. Merkler is a wonderful doctor and a terrific person. He takes time to listen to parental concerns. He is extremely supportive and attentive. My son (who is now 30) loved going to the doctor! I had absolute confidence in his ability as a doctor. Dr. Merkler has special qualitties-focus combined with caring and amazing communication ability. He is everything a doctor should be!!!
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Languages Spoken
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Pediatrics
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  • New York University
    1975
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Richard Merkler, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Merkler's profile.

Dr. Richard Merkler, MD is affiliated with NYU Langone Hospitals, Mount Sinai Morningside and New York-Presbyterian Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Richard Merkler, MD holds board certification in Pediatrics.

Hospital Affiliations

  • NYU Langone Hospitals

    550 1st Ave, New York, NY

  • Mount Sinai Morningside

    1111 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY

  • New York-Presbyterian Hospital

    525 E 68th St, New York, NY