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  • Hand Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery
  • 41 years of experience
  • Greeneville Community Hospital West 401 Takoma Ave, Greeneville, TN 37743

Brief Intro

Dr. Merrick chose cardiology because â€~’it is an exciting and very dynamic field. I enjoy helping patients to regain a sense of control by understanding how to be active participants in the management of their health.’’ Dr. Merrick received his medical degree from the University of Kentucky. He also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry from Eastern Kentucky University and a Master’s Degree in Chemistry from the University of Kentucky. Dr. Merrick completed his residency in Internal Medicine at East Tennessee State University’s James H. Quillen College of Medicine where he has also served as Associate Professor of Medicine. Dr. Merrick is board certified in Internal Medicine and is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians. In his leisure time, Dr. Merrick enjoys gardening, skiing, scuba diving, bowhunting, camping, fishing, astronomy and learning. He is married to Marla Jane Scherrer Merrick and they have four children, Nathan, Jake, Leah and Paul.

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Education Background

RESIDENCY

University Hospital Of Arkansas

MEDICAL SCHOOL

University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston - 1984

Languages Spoken

  • English

Location & Hours

  • Greeneville Community Hospital West
  • 401 Takoma Ave, Greeneville, TN 37743

Specialties Treated

  • Hand Surgery
  • Orthopedic Surgery

Conditions Addressed

  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Fractures, Dislocations, Derangement, and Sprains
  • Internal Derangement of Knee Cartilage
  • Lateral Epicondylitis
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Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • Cancer 18
  • Cardiology, Heart & Vascular Surgery 19
  • Orthopedics 29
  • Neurology & Neurosurgery 25
  • Gastroenterology & GI Surgery 27
  • Pulmonology & Lung Surgery 28
  • Diabetes & Endocrinology 12
  • Children's Hospital 6
  • Urology 27
  • Psychiatry 39
  • Geriatrics 20
  • Rehabilitation 27
  • Obsterics & Gynecology 9
  • Ophthalmology 1
  • Ear, Nose & Throat 4
  • Rheumatology 1
  • Long Term Care 7
  • Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) 10