Dr. Richard Lorin Merkley M.D.
Family Practitioner
2530 E Southern Ave Mesa AZ, 85204About
Dr. Richard Merkley is a family practitioner practicing in Mesa, AZ. Dr. Merkley specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Merkley possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Education and Training
Univ of Az Coll of Med, Tucson Az 1983
University of Arizona College of Medicine 1983
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Sinusitis
- Asthma
- Sleep Disorders
- Back Pain
- Pain
- Tendonitis
- Ear Wax
- Vascular Disease
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