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Emily A. Merkel MD

Assistant Professor of Dermatology

Areas of Expertise

  • Cancer
  • Dermatological Surgery
  • Dermatology
  • Mohs Micrographic Surgery
  • Organ Transplant-Related Skin Disease
  • Skin Cancers Including Melanoma

Location

Vanderbilt Health One Hundred Oaks
719 Thompson Lane, Suite 26300
Nashville, TN 37204

Services

Education

  • Internship, Internal Medicine - University of Chicago Medical Center, 2018
  • Residency - Northwestern Memorial Hospital, 2021
  • Fellowship - Indiana University Medical Center, 2022
  • Doctor of Medicine

Board Certifications

  • Dermatology - American Board of Dermatology, 2021
  • Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery - American Board of Dermatology, 2022

Patient Comments

Patient Comments are gathered from the Press Ganey Patient Experience Survey and displayed in full. Patients are not identified in order to respect patient privacy.
This office was excellent. Every question answered by this Dr. She listened. She explained. One of best office visits in years. I was not expecting that bc they were so busy.
February 21, 2026
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The doctor was very well versed, gave me choices about my care and updated my knowledge about my skin so I could make wise choices. Outstanding bedside manner!
February 19, 2026
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My procedure with Dr Merkel was one of the best medical experiences I've had. She was attentive and explained everything with detail and answered all my questions. Very kind and friendly I will be recommending to anyone.
February 14, 2026
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While I am not one for surveys normally, I wanted to share how great Dr Merkel was. She is attentive, thoughtful, and very knowledgeable. I have not felt like a physician understood and listened to me so well in years. I am very proud that she is a vandy grad and now here as an attending physician!
February 6, 2026
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Dr Merkel is without a doubt the best Dr I have ever had. She performed a procedure that I imagined would be very painful but because of her skill was almost pain free. In addition her ability to put me at ease was commendable. I recommend her for commendation and special recognition. Best Dr I have ever had. Having cancer isn't fun but she was a Godsend.
February 4, 2026
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Good
January 16, 2026
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No problems with any on at all
January 15, 2026
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Excellent
January 13, 2026
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Dr Merkel was very communicative, friendly, and professional. She did a wonderful job. I would highly recommend her to anyone.
January 6, 2026
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