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Dr. Maxwell Merkow, MD

Dr. Maxwell Merkow, MD

Neurosurgery*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Maxwell Merkow, MD is a neurosurgeon in Walnut Creek, CA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons in 2008. He is affiliated with medical facilities John Muir Medical Center Concord and John Muir Medical Center Walnut Creek. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 33 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (33 reviews)

Practice

130 La Casa Via Bldg 2 Walnut Creek, CA 94598
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(925) 309-5155

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Merkow is affiliated with John Muir Medical Center Walnut Creek Walnut Creek, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Merkow is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Recent Reviews
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Dr. Merkow's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Merkow

4.7

33 ratings, 31 with a written review
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3 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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Apr 15, 2025
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Barry – Dec 17, 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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Dominic Vanni – May 03, 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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Lynette Moody – Dec 07, 2023
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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 24, 2021
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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
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Jul 03, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
2 people found this helpful
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Oct 08, 2020
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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
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Aug 22, 2020
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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
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Val L. – Apr 01, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Dec 19, 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
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
R. Scott – Nov 22, 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
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 20, 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
4 people found this helpful
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Jerry Stone – Aug 02, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
LJ – Jul 16, 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
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Catherine Romano – Jun 13, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Mar 22, 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
6 people found this helpful
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GAT – Aug 07, 2018
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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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
May 23, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Walnut Creek, CA – May 17, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
E. Chinn – Mar 13, 2018
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About Me

care philosophy

I believe in educating patients in order to help them make well-informed decisions. Above all, I aim to maximize function and minimize recovery time so that patients get back to their active lives as quickly as possible.

biography

I am a board-eligible neurosurgeon specializing in the treatment of cranial and spinal conditions.

After receiving my medical degree from Columbia University's College of Physicians and Surgeons, I completed a seven-year...read more

  • Neurosurgery

  • Cerebrovascular Neurosurgery

  • Movement Disorders Surgery

  • Neurological Skull Base Surgery

  • Neurological Spine Reconstructive Surgery

  • Neurological Spine Surgery

  • Neurological Trauma Surgery

  • Neurovascular Surgery

  • Minimally Invasive Neurological Spine Surgery

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

  • University Of Pennsylvania Perelman School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 2016

  • Wellington Hospital, New Zealand

    Fellowship Hospital, 2015

  • Univeristy Pennsylvania

    Internship Hospital, 2010

  • Columbia University Vagelos College Of Physicians And Surgeons

    Medical School, 2008

  • University Of Wisconsin / Madison

    Undergraduate School, 2003
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Dr. Merkow is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    Oxygen Plus Inc130 La Casa Via Bldg 2 Walnut Creek, CA 94598
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • John Muir Medical Center Concord

      2540 East St
      Concord, CA 94520
      Recipient of 10
      hospital awards

      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

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

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • John Muir Medical Center Walnut Creek

      1601 Ygnacio Valley Rd
      Walnut Creek, CA 94598
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (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 awards

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

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback
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