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Dr. Howard R Mertz M.D., Gastroenterologist
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Dr. Howard R Mertz M.D.

Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology

4/5(59)
4230 Harding Road Suite 309 Medical Pl Nashville TN, 37205
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About

Dr. Howard Mertz is a gastroenterologist practicing in Nashville, TN. Dr. Mertz specializes in the digestive system and its diseases that affect the gastrointestinal tract, which include organs from the mouth to the anus as well as liver disorders. Gastroenterology includes conditions such as hepatitis, peptic ulcer disease, colitis, nutritional problems and irritable bowel syndrome. Dr. Mertz performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.

Education and Training

Baylor College of Medicine 1986

Board Certification

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 31 years of experience

Expert Publications

Data provided by the National Library of Medicine

Treatments

  • Hepatitis
  • Acid Reflux
  • Constipation
  • Diarrhea
  • Colon Polyps
  • Gastritis
  • Hepatitis C
  • Pain

Dr. Howard R Mertz M.D.'s Practice location

Practice At 4230 Harding Road Suite 309 Medical Plaza West

4230 Harding Road Suite 309 Medical Pl -
Nashville, TN 37205
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New patients: 615-383-0165
Fax: 615-292-4657

Howard Mertz, MD

4230 Harding Rd Suite 309 Medical Plaza West -
Nashville, TN 37205
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Fax: 615-343-8174

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Patient Experience with Dr. Mertz


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Dr. Howard R Mertz M.D. has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 59 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Gastroenterologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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