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Dr. Merrill Wise, MD

Dr. Merrill Wise, MD

Sleep Medicine*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Merrill Wise, MD is a sleep medicine internist in Memphis, TN and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Tennessee College of Medicine in 1984. He is affiliated with Methodist University Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (18 reviews)

Practice

5050 Poplar Ave Ste 800 Memphis, TN 38157
Telehealth available

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At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Wise specializes in the areas of Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology & Pediatrics. See board certifications
  • 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.
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. See hospitals
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Dr. Wise's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Wise

4.1

18 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
72%
72%
4 Star
6%
6%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
22%
22%

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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
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 05, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
??Apparently I’m crazy – Nov 22, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
1 person found this helpful
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Aug 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
4 people found this helpful
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David B. in Memphis, TN – May 06, 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
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sammie S. Walker in Arlington, TN – Feb 10, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Wise is a sleep medicine specialist who recognizes the importance of identifying and treating sleep disorders in order to provide optimal physical, emotional, and cognitive function. Dr. Wise evaluates children, adolescents, and adults with...read more
  • Sleep Medicine

  • Clinical Neurophysiology

  • Sleep Medicine (Psychiatry & Neurology)

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

  • Baylor College Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital, 1991
  • Tex Children's Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1987
  • Texas Childrens Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1985
  • University Of Tennessee College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1984
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology
American Board of Pediatrics®
Pediatrics
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  • Practice parameters for the treatment of restless legs syndrome and periodic limb movement disorder, 1999

  • Narcolepsy in Children, 2001

  • BBC News, 12/12/2004

  • Practice parameters for using polysomnography to evaluate insomnia: an update, 2003

  • Practice parameters for the dopaminergic treatment of restless legs syndrome and periodic limb movement disorder, 2004

  • A functional autoantibody in human narcolepsy?, 2005

  • Practice parameters for the treatment of narcolepsy: an update for 2000, 2001

  • Practice parameters for evaluation of chronic insomnia, 2000

  • Objective measures of sleepiness and wakefulness: Application to the real world?, 2006

  • Practice parameters for the use of auto-titrating positive airway pressure devices for titrating pressures and treating adult patients with obstructive sleep apnea syndrome., 2002

  • Narcolepsy and other disorders of excessive sleepiness in children, 1992

  • Practice parameters for the nonpharmacologic treatment of chronic insomnia, 1999

  • Indications for polysomnography and related procedures, 2005

  • Sleep disruption in adolescents due to excessive use of computers at night, 2004

  • Childhood Narcolepsy, 1993

  • Medical News Today, 12/12/2004

  • Practice parameters for the use of light therapy in the treatment of sleep disorders, 1999

  • Parasomnias in Childhood, 1997

  • Practice parameters for the use of continuous and bilevel positive airway pressure devices to treat adult patients with sleep-related breathing disorders, 2006

  • Narcolepsy, 2004

  • Childhood Narcolepsy, 1998

  • Practice parameters for clinical use of the Multiple Sleep Latency Test and the Maintenance of Wakefulness Test, 2005

  • Narcolepsy and other disorders of excessive sleepiness, 2004

  • The role of the Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in a childrens sleep clinic, 1995

  • Distinguished Medical Student Achievement Award, 1984

  • Chief Resident, Jefferson Davis Hospital, 1987

  • President, Medical School Honor Council, 1983

  • Childrens Hospital of Alabama Research Award, 1993

  • Best Doctors in America, 2005

  • Algernon Sydney Sullivan Award, 1980

  • Psychiatry Medal, 1984

  • Service Award, Epilepsy Foundation of North and Central Alabama, 1994

Locations

Practice

Mid-South Pulmonary Specialists PC5050 Poplar Ave Ste 800 Memphis, TN 38157
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 4:30pm
  • Directions

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Methodist University Hospital

    1265 Union Ave
    Memphis, TN 38104
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

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

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

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

    2% higher than the national average

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