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Dr. Douglas Merkel, MD

Dr. Douglas Merkel, MD

Medical Oncology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Douglas Merkel, MD is a medical oncologist in Evanston, IL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in 1981. He is affiliated with medical facilities Northshore University Healthsystem Evanston Hospital and Swedish Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (18 reviews)

Practice

2650 Ridge Ave Evanston, IL 60201

Make an Appointment

(847) 570-2112

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Merkel is affiliated with Northshore University Healthsystem Evanston Hospital Evanston, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Merkel specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology & Oncology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Merkel's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Merkel

4.6

18 ratings, 9 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Adrienne – Dec 24, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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14yr survivor – Aug 19, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Kathy Coffman in Barrington , IL – Oct 08, 2019
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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
Atomic blonde in Chicago, IL – Feb 16, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Costa Mesa, CA – Sep 28, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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SuzCRNP in Downers Grove, IL – Sep 01, 2016
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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
2 people found this helpful
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Jul 01, 2016
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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
1 person found this helpful
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ABP in Chicago, IL – May 11, 2016
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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
3 people found this helpful
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Rockford, IL – Mar 29, 2016
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biography

Dr. Douglas Merkel, MD is a medical oncologist in Evanston, IL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in 1981. He is affiliated with medical facilities Northshore...read more

  • Medical Oncology

  • Internal Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Northwestern Memorial Hospital Medical School

    Residency Hospital

  • University Tex Health Science Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1988

  • Northwestern Memorial Hospital|northwestern Memorial Hospital Medical School

    Internship Hospital, 1982

  • Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1981
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Medical Oncology
American Board of Medical Specialties
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Oncology†
†Self designated 
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Locations

Practice

Northshore University Health System2650 Ridge Ave Evanston, IL 60201
1

Practice

Glenbrook Ambulatory Care Center (Acc)2180 Pfingsten Rd Glenview, IL 60026
2

Practice

Northshore Glenbrook Hospital2100 Pfingsten Rd Glenview, IL 60026
3

Practice

Highland Park Primary Care757 Park Ave W Ste 1810 Highland Park, IL 60035
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Northshore University Healthsystem Evanston Hospital

    2650 Ridge Ave
    Evanston, IL 60201
    Recipient of 17
    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, 2024)

    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.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Swedish Hospital

    5145 N California Ave
    Chicago, IL 60625
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

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

    View all awards

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

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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