
Insurance
Insurance plans are subject to change. View insurance plans accepted at each hospital and by each NMHC physician group.Practice Focus Areas
- Gallbladder Cancer
- Hepatobiliary Surgery
- HIPEC
- Liver Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Pancreas Surgery
- Small Bowel Cancer
Education
- Medical Education:
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MD, University of Colorado Denver School of Medicine - 2007
- Residency:
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University of ColoradoUniversity of Chicago - 2015
- Fellowships:
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Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center - 2017
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Board Certifications
- American Board of Surgery - Complex General Surgical Oncology (Certified)
- American Board of Surgery - Surgery (Certified)
Faculty Profile
Assistant Professor, Feinberg School of MedicinePractice Groups and Affiliations
- Medical Group:
- Northwestern Medical Group
- Physician Category:
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Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
- On Medical Staff At:
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Northwestern Lake Forest HospitalNorthwestern Memorial Hospital
Ratings and Reviews
At Northwestern Medicine, our patient’s feedback is important to us. While different care providers have their own unique strengths, we strive to be as transparent as possible with our quality of care.
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Reviews from Patients
Reviews from Patients
April 09, 2021
5.0 star star star star starVery easy to talk to and explains everything thoroughly. Checks to see if I have any questions and encourages me to contact him if I have any questions. Was patient and relax and made me feel like I was in experieced hands and confident of the whole Northwestern Team
February 19, 2021
5.0 star star star star starThis was my first meeting with De. Merkow. Dr. Merkow was well prepared, providing lucid and throughout information about my condition. He listened carefully and answered my questions thoughtfully. He was very professional and courteous.
December 23, 2020
5.0 star star star star starDr. Merkow is a total professional. He has the ability to make complex issues simple. If you combine that with a gentle bedside manner and total command of his area of medicine there is not a lot more to ask.
December 04, 2020
5.0 star star star star starDr. Merkow has a remarkable ability to relate to his patient, though we have never met in person. He has a warmth and empathy that inspires confidence and an ability to explain medical diagnoses with clarity and reassurance. Though my test results were fortunately good, I imagine that if he had to explain more serious outcomes, I would still feel comforted by his manner.
October 24, 2020
5.0 star star star star starI love my Dr. Merkow, and all professionals that care for all patients here. Their knowledge, kindness, understanding, and professionalism. From the doctors to house cleaning. The whole institution cares and it shows.
September 11, 2020
5.0 star star star star starHis ability to communicate what is known about my condition and what steps should be taken was assuring. I feel benefited tremendously from Dr Merkow's advice. I also benefitedand his allowing me to bring a family member into this discussion In a three way call.
June 30, 2020
5.0 star star star star starDoctor Merkow was comprehensive in explaining every thing from soup to nuts. He was emphatic, and kind while not sugar coating the situation. He made me feel like I was a human being and not a Porsche payment. I feel he would give me an honest evaluation on how to proceed.
June 19, 2020
5.0 star star star star starJust met Dr Merkow on TeleMed call today and was very impressed and comfortable with our conversation. He was very prepared and detailed on his points regarding my case and explained his Intentions very well. I am confident he will give me wonderful care. She
June 12, 2020
5.0 star star star star starI am so glad that I went to Dr . Merkow . He saved me from an unnecessary risky surgery . He is thoughtful, extremely knowledgeable and approachable . He thoroughly answered all my questions . I highly recommend him
June 09, 2020
5.0 star star star star starMy consultation with Dr. Merkow was excellent. He explained my current situation and discussed possible issues I may be facing. He discussed alternative treatments and clearly laid out his recommended course of action. He is compassionate, professional and supportive. I feel very reassured that I am in good hands.