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Ryan T. Merrell MD

Chief, Division of Neuro-Oncology, and Associate Professor
Insurance Plans Accepted

Areas of Expertise

  • Brain Cancer
  • Brain Tumors
  • Neuro-Oncology
  • Neurology
  • Neurosciences

Conditions and Treatments

  • Neuro-Oncology

Locations

Vanderbilt Neurosurgery
1500 21st Avenue South, The Village at Vanderbilt, Suite 1506
Nashville, TN 37212

Languages

  • English

Education

  • Doctor of Medicine - University of Alabama at Birmingham, 2005
  • Internship - Mayo Clinic, 2006
  • Residency - Mayo Clinic, 2009
  • Fellowship - Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, 2010

Board Certifications

  • Neuro-Oncology - United Council for Neurologic Subspecialties, 2011

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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.
Definitely appreciate Dr. Merrell's level of care, expertise and concern.
August 22, 2024
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Dr. Merrell has been wonderful since the day I met him 3 years ago. I Transferred to Nashville from Pittsburgh UPMC so being new in area he was very welcoming. He's patient, kind, hears my concerns and never seems to rush me.
August 20, 2024
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In a difficult situation Dr. Merrill and staff puts us at ease.
August 19, 2024
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Well pleased
August 14, 2024
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Absolutely appreciated the care provided by Dr Merrill. There was no hurry as he made sure I understood my diagnosis and treatment options. He represents the Best of Vanderbilt.
August 12, 2024
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Dr. Merrell is amazing! He's friendly, extremely knowledgeable and makes me feel like he has all the time in the world for me. I'm very thankful to be his patient!
July 6, 2024
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He is a very good Doctor.
June 30, 2024
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Good experience
June 26, 2024
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Very good
June 17, 2024
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