Dr. Samuel K Merkhan MD
Internist
159 Jefferson Hts Suite D107 Catskill NY, 12414Rating
4/5
About
Dr. Samuel Merkhan is an internist practicing in Catskill, NY. Dr. Merkhan specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Merkhan provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
Education and Training
Univ of Damascus, Fac of Med, Damascus, Syria 1987
University of Damascus Faculty of Medicine 1987
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- High Cholesterol
- Heart Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Hypothyroidism
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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Practice At 159 Jefferson Hts Suite D107
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