- Specialties:
- Osteopathic Manipulative Therapy
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Education:
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Undergraduate: Regis University
Medical Education: Western University of Health Sciences
Internship: Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center
Residency: Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center
Fellowship: Maine-Dartmouth Family Medicine
- Board Certifications:
- Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine, Family Medicine/OMT
- Medical Staff Status:
- Samaritan Provider
- Accepting New Patients:
- Yes
- Bio:
- In her free time, Dr. Merkle enjoys Bikram and Vinyasa yoga, rock climbing, trail running and vegetarian nutrition.
4.91 out of 5 (155 Reviews, 45 Comments)
The clinician’s star review is based on surveys sent to randomly selected patients following care. The patient satisfaction survey includes five questions about a patient’s experience with their clinician with responses averaged for the star score. Patient comments are from the question "How likely would you be to recommend this provider to your family and friends."
Love love love Dr. Merkle. She is very educational, which really helps me. And listens really well, which is really appreciated.
I was very impressed with her knowledge.
Dr Merkle is excellent and I am very grateful to have her as my doctor.
She did a great job on my problem areas of the day - hip, back, neck.
We did not discuss any new proposed treatment options other than when to return for a follow up.
Dr. Merkle is excellent.
I wish Dr Merkle was my regular GP.
Dr Merkle is very conscientious and always helps me. She really listens and her treatments are helping me to the degree that I try to go in once or twice a month to help maintain. I was in extreme pain when I first started treatments. We are able to adjust and maintain now rather than getting so bad. If I wasn't going to her I believe I would be back at base 1 again.
Dr.K.Merkle is a wonderful doctor.
Informative, caring, gentle.
I have been seeing this clinician for some time and referred both friends and family. She listens and responds to what we actually say with treatment and suggestions. Dr. Merkle also does imaging and referrals as indicated but always with thought and care. Amazing doctor and special person.
Adequately covered by questions.
Dr. Merkle gives outstanding osteopathic manipulative therapy. She is very caring, kind and positive. She listens to my comfort concerns and is very attentive. I hope she never leaves.
We didn't get to proposed treatment - she is a good listener!
Dr. Merkle very considerate, listening, inclusive doctor. She looks at whole pt. Made suggestions about care of foot and we discussed option of a boot for my foot.
Dr. Merkle is the best!!
Dr. M. has improved my quality of life!!
Very competent. Very caring.
Dr. Merkle is wonderful. Her schedule is very full. So not always able to see her as needed.
Very good interaction, felt like she was making a good plan for further treatment.
I especially appreciated hearing the explanation of what Dr merkle noticed In my body & her explanations of her processes when she had a student in the room with her. That was super informative...less mysterious.
I have recommended Dr Merkel many times!
Love my sessions with Dr. Merkle.
Dr. Merkle is both professional and curious. She listens to all of my concerns and we have great discussions regarding my health issues she is by far the BEST Dr I have ever had, and I've had many!..
I really appreciate having the same provider as we can have continuity of care. Dr. Merkle listens and is very helpful with options for care
Dr Merle's is exceptional. My daughter and her husband are now also seeing her
Dr. Merkley is thoughtful & helpful.
I think Dr. Merkle is an excellent physician! She is very patient with all my questions even the ones that are not about the presenting problem. Very good listener!
The dr. positioned me with wedge bolsters and pillows for comfort during treatment. She further answered my questions regarding my surgery and comfort measures at home. She assisted me off table and adjusted my walker to proper height.
Dr. Merkle listens well, asks good questions, does thorough exam and skilled effective treatment, and discusses options; in this case, physical therapy and MRI. She is amazing; she is what every DO should be.
I totally am confident in and trust this Dr
Excellent care, but dr. is so backed up, hard to get other appointments to continue care.
Dr. Merkle has changed my life. From helping me w/ a back problem I have had since early teens, to relieving pain &increasing function after a bad hand injury (hand surgeon offered surgery, not wanted), relieving chest congestion/tightness (asthma and cold), and helping with sinus pressure, she has done it all.
One of the best providers I've ever seen.
Wish appointments could be longer, but she makes good use of the time we have.
Dr. Merkle is a rare caring Dr. She allows me to ask questions and really does care about me.
Great doctor, listens to all your concerns & answers questions completely.
Dr. Merkle is an excellent care provider and I recommend her to all of my friends.
Katherine Merkle is a wonderful provider. I hope she never leaves.
Communication between K. Merkle and myself is handled very well. She asks questions and gives good advice every time I see her.
She's my FAVORITE provider. So knowledgeable and compassionate. I'm able to function so much better because of her skill and care.
Dr. Merkle is great at her job.
My favorite Dr.
By far one of the BEST providers I see. Highly recommend!
Amazing provider who always listens to any issues & provides great treatment options and advice.