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Bradley R. Merk, MD

4.9

1646 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Orthopaedic Trauma

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Practice Focus Areas

Fractures
Fractures, Complex
Fractures, Non-union
Musculoskeletal Trauma
Pelvic and Hip Fractures
Trauma Reconstruction
Traumatic Deformity

Education

Medical Education:: MD, University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine - 1994
Residency:: McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 1999
Fellowships:: Hospital for Special Surgery/Cornell Medical Center - 2000

Board Certifications

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Professor, Feinberg School of Medicine

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Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:: Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:: Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:: Lake Forest Hospital

Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9

4.9

1646 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

April 16, 2024

5.0

Very professional surgeon answered all my questions and my body is healing well

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April 16, 2024

5.0

Dr Merk is exceptional. He is contentious, he is diligent. I believe, after a very serious injury, no one could have performed the survey as well as he and his team, supporting staff. I am humbled and grateful for the exceptional care I received before, during, and after surgery. It has been a long road but without their expertise and TRULY amazing staff, I don't know what I would have been through the last 4 months...or in the years ahead. BONUS: The office is always on time or ahead of schedule!

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April 16, 2024

5.0

He is obviously very knowledgeable and he takes time to explain things carefully

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April 16, 2024

5.0

He is an excellent surgeon and did a great job in fixing my femur fracture.

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April 10, 2024

5.0

Patient, listens to the patient and is very knowledgeable

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April 09, 2024

5.0

Nice handy work.

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April 01, 2024

5.0

Dr. Merk is extremely highly qualified. He is friendly, helpful, and extraordinarily thorough in his treatment of me. He involves me when he assesses my progress, and provides me understandable explanations of the progress, providing me quick fixes of things I can do to address immediate problems I might be experiencing. He welcomes any questions I might have or if I need clarification he goes out of his way to help me understand, as my treatment develops. He provides me information that he receives in any follow up tests I have, helping me to understand how this information impacts my progress. Dr. Merk is very detailed so I clearly understand what I need to do to support my progress and healing. I am completely confident, in his medical expertise, and because of this I follow his medical plan for me diligently. It is because of him I am making significant progress. I am very thankful Dr. Merk is my doctor. I know I am getting the best care possible.

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March 26, 2024

5.0

He's thorough, caring, and consistent. He answers ALL my questions and helps me better understand what to expect.

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March 26, 2024

5.0

He is well respected in his field

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March 24, 2024

5.0

Dr. Merk and his staff have been great. Kind, caring and take time to listen to my health concerns and answer any questions I have. Their communication regarding my health issues has been comprehensive and clear.

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March 23, 2024

5.0

Knowledgeable and kind

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March 19, 2024

5.0

Dr. Merk is a gifted surgeon, extremely knowledgeable and kind.

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March 19, 2024

5.0

Listened to concerns

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March 19, 2024

5.0

Soo professional

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March 19, 2024

5.0

He did a good job and said things the way they are

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March 13, 2024

5.0

Very caring. Lots of ability to ask questions

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March 12, 2024

5.0

Dr. Merk has been amazing, he's been very informative, knowledgeable and helpful throughout my entire plan of care...

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March 12, 2024

5.0

Explained everything well

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March 10, 2024

5.0

Excellent patient service

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March 09, 2024

5.0

He did surgery on a triple fracture in my right ankle and now he is taking care of a fracture in my left shoulder

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March 05, 2024

5.0

10+++ Professional and excellent clinician

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March 05, 2024

5.0

Explained thoroughly. Took time.

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March 05, 2024

5.0

Dr. Merk has great bedside manner. Very personable and shared all necessary information for future care.

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March 05, 2024

5.0

Did a good job of repairing the knee

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March 02, 2024

5.0

Nice man that takes time to explain my issues and treatment for.

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February 28, 2024

5.0

My appointment with Dr. Merk exceeded all my expectations. After meeting with Dr. Merk and his associate, Erik, I completely understood my MRI, my illness, condition that needed correcting. They helped me understand what my treatment plan is, why that plan best supports my treatment, how my treatment plan will unfold over time, and I feel I completely understand what I can do each day to heal my condition, and through that healing I am on my way back to having the ability to do the things I love. I understand the most important thing is to be patient and each day I follow my treatment plan will make me stronger. I left my appointment completely clear on how to support my treatment.

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February 20, 2024

5.0

He's taken excellent care of my injury. His supporting team is superb.

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February 20, 2024

5.0

He did a great job with my surgery

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February 19, 2024

5.0

Professional and personable, extremely knowledgeable.

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February 18, 2024

5.0

Dr. Merk is awesome. He explained very nicely abd patiently while studying my scans and xrays.

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February 13, 2024

5.0

Helpfully, Friendly, explained treatment well.

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February 13, 2024

5.0

He and his staff are always very nice and considering. Always explains everything in a way to understand it easily. Gave me a piece of mind with his friendliness and professionalism

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February 13, 2024

5.0

Explained everything well and took time to make sure I didn't have any additional questions.

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February 10, 2024

5.0

Excellent surgeon, also very caring and easy to talk with about my concerns pre and post surgery.

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February 06, 2024

5.0

Dr. Merk is very attentive and explains my care every step of the way.

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February 04, 2024

5.0

Professional. Responsive.

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February 03, 2024

5.0

Dr Merk and his associate Bijan were always very informative, and updated me every day during my stay..

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January 31, 2024

5.0

He has helped me 4 times. He listens to me, I trust him and he has taken great care of me. What more could one ask?

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January 30, 2024

5.0

Hes smart. Very thorough. Gives u answers..good sense of humor.

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January 30, 2024

5.0

Knowledge

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January 30, 2024

5.0

Every since my first experience with Dr. Merk him and his team have been so helpful and caring. They always put me at ease when I know I'll be seeing Dr Merk

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January 30, 2024

5.0

Dr. Merk has done an excellent job with my radial head pin surgery and post-op follow up.

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January 30, 2024

5.0

Attentive and professional.

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January 26, 2024

5.0

Great doctor!!

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January 23, 2024

5.0

He is very knowledgeable professional and care. For his patients

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January 21, 2024

5.0

Extremely smart. kind and caring

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January 21, 2024

5.0

He did an excellent job restoring my elbow, leaving only a slight scar. Was sincere about my well-being after the surgery.

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January 21, 2024

5.0

Good listener, excellent surgeon

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January 17, 2024

5.0

Excellent overall everything questions giving outcome of my surgery excellent

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January 16, 2024

5.0

Competent, good communicator.

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January 16, 2024

5.0

He clearly explained the situation and my choices.

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January 07, 2024

5.0

Perfect transplant on my femur.

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January 06, 2024

5.0

Dr. Merk and his team are very direct and no-nonsense. And have been very honest about each step along the way--from surgery to post-op.

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January 03, 2024

5.0

I have no complaints where Dr. Merk is concerned. He talks to, not at me. He listens to & answers my questions. He takes my concerns seriously & does what he can to accommodate.

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January 02, 2024

5.0

Dr Merk is clearly very proficient with orthopedics. Surgery went without a hitch.

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January 02, 2024

5.0

He has treated me on 4 different occasions and done an excellent job, and one time saved me from an unnecessary surgery for a supposed dislocated shoulder I didn't have. I have great trust in him.

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December 30, 2023

5.0

He explained everything well and presented possible complications. He accepted Me right away and surgery went smoothly.

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December 30, 2023

5.0

He listened to my concerns.

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December 28, 2023

5.0

Very thorough explanation of injury and recommended treatment

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December 26, 2023

5.0

Helpful and explained things well

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December 26, 2023

5.0

Very patient, answered all our questions and offered suggestions for followup physical therapy. He made me feel as if I was the only patient he had to see...even though I know it's not true...lol

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December 24, 2023

5.0

He is excellent. Has helped me 3 times! He's great.

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December 23, 2023

5.0

Personable and expertise

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December 23, 2023

5.0

Service care/ !

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December 19, 2023

5.0

Very thorough and good bedside manner. Explained my condition well and took the time to answer all my questions

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December 12, 2023

5.0

great bedside manner... explains everything in a way that's easy to understand

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December 12, 2023

5.0

He took the time to listen to my concerns and I never felt rushed

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December 10, 2023

5.0

Dr. Merk did a great job, he explained everything that I needed to get done

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December 10, 2023

5.0

Excellent attention.

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December 06, 2023

5.0

Very kind and explains in detail

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December 05, 2023

5.0

He is the best! Very knowledgeable.

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December 05, 2023

5.0

Dr. Merk was very thorough and took the time to explain everything to me

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December 05, 2023

5.0

Couldn't ask for anything more. He explains things thoroughly, answers any questions and is very patient.

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December 05, 2023

5.0

He listens!

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December 02, 2023

5.0

He listens, gives great care, and so far treating me without surgery.

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November 30, 2023

5.0

Dr. Merk genuinely cares about his patients and their wellbeing!

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November 29, 2023

5.0

Excellent care and time taken

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November 28, 2023

5.0

Dr. Merk is extremely knowledgeable and kind.

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November 28, 2023

5.0

Dr Merk and the resident were extremely professional, kind, straightforward, and understanding to all my circumstances. I have a significant injury to my leg, and a previous provider missed a whole fracture that Dr. Merk diagnosed. Leaving the consultation, I am already relieved, hopeful, and looking forward to taking the next steps I'm restoring my health. I have full confidence in them!

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November 28, 2023

5.0

He was right about everything. He told me what do do, and I am getting ready to start jogging once it warms up.

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November 21, 2023

5.0

Dr Merk has outstanding bed side manners and will explain everything to where you understand things.

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November 21, 2023

5.0

My surgery was a Big Success!

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November 19, 2023

5.0

Very thorough, friendly, compassionate, and understanding.

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November 19, 2023

5.0

He has treated me successfully 3 times now. He listens and is respectful to me and has made excellent judgments regarding my care. I trust and respect him and Patty [name] tremendously.

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November 18, 2023

5.0

Doctor Merk is the greatest to ever do it in my option, I felt very comfortable with him and his staff.

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November 15, 2023

5.0

Excellent Service/The Best of Best!

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November 14, 2023

5.0

Dr. Merk was complete in his review and follow up recommendations.

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November 13, 2023

5.0

This man is the best I have ever dealt with, he explained all options of the surgery before hand and from reading the notes in my chart hes very knowledgeable in the medical field. The complete best !

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November 07, 2023

5.0

He was informative and ensured all my questions were fully answered.

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November 07, 2023

5.0

Excellent surgeon all questions answered and very comfortable with decisions that were made for me

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November 07, 2023

5.0

Incredible expertise and specialized care Extremely good patient interactions Superior outcomes

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November 07, 2023

5.0

Caring, knowledgeable, thorough.

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November 07, 2023

5.0

Explained things to me well, and made time to answer any questions I might have.

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November 06, 2023

5.0

Such a nice man who takes the time to listen to your questions. Very important when dealing with a life altering surgery.

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November 05, 2023

5.0

Reputable, professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly humane. Was able to create rapport in no time, to easily explain how to navigate recovery, and kind enough to give more than ample time to come up with questions. Couldn't be any more satisfied.

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November 01, 2023

5.0

Great job fixing my elbow! Very happy with the results

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October 31, 2023

5.0

I came in with a fractured foot several months ago under Dr. Merk's care. With his knowledge and expertise in treating my foot, I'm back to normalcy with walking and running again.

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October 24, 2023

5.0

Still have to see full recovery before giving a good p

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October 24, 2023

5.0

Very professional and on time

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October 22, 2023

5.0

Dr. Merk is a skilled surgeon and I feel very lucky that he operated on me.

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