


Dr. Joseph Merchant, MD
Dr. Joseph Merchant, MD is a hematologist in Ames, IA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Merchant has extensive experience in Renal Neoplasms & Resection, Skeletal System Neoplasms, and Lymphatic System Disorders. He graduated from University OF IA ROY J & L CARVER COM in 1992. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mary Greeley Medical Center and Boone County Hospital. He is not accepting new patients.
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1215 Duff Ave Ames, IA 50010Make an Appointment
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Dr. Merchant is affiliated with Mary Greeley Medical Center Ames, a highly rated hospital.
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- Areas of ExpertiseDr. Merchant specializes in the areas of Hematology, Internal Medicine & Medical Oncology. • See board certifications
- Explains Conditions Well
- Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Merchant
5 star | 71% | 71% |
4 star | 14% | 14% |
3 star | 0% | 0% |
2 star | 14% | 14% |
1 star | 0% | 0% |
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Likelihood of recommending Dr. Merchant to family and friends is 4.428571 out of 5
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Dr. Joseph Merchant, MD is a hematologist in Ames, IA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Merchant has extensive experience in Renal Neoplasms & Resection, Skeletal System Neoplasms, and Lymphatic System Disorders. He...read moreHematology
Medical Oncology
Internal Medicine
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University Of Virginia Medical Center
Residency Hospital, 1996University Of Ia Roy J & L Carver Com
Medical School, 1992
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100%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home12% higher than the national average
94%Patients said they always received help quickly from hospital staff23% higher than the national average
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How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
91%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home4% higher than the national average
86%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well8% higher than the national average
- Recipient of 4
hospital awardsView all awardsOutstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)
Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
88%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home4% higher than the national average
79%Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 1013% higher than the national average
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