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Bradley R. Merk, MD

4.9

954 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

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Meet The Doctor

Meet The Doctor

August 27, 2013

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:: Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9

4.9

954 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

August 31, 2022

5.0

he explained things clearly to me and who doesn't love a surgeon who doesn't want to cut her open

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August 30, 2022

5.0

He works on many active athletes, his work is precise and good, and I had good results with my surgery

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August 30, 2022

5.0

Dr Merk sits and talks to you about your progress

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August 30, 2022

5.0

He did a great job fixing my ankle.

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August 30, 2022

5.0

He’s a jewel. Very educated and skilled, is professional while warm and friendly.

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August 27, 2022

5.0

He is great

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August 24, 2022

5.0

He explained my injury and the surgical options to me clearly.

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August 24, 2022

5.0

Great care

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August 23, 2022

5.0

Outstanding attention and care.

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August 23, 2022

5.0

Busy doctor but he did not seem rushed.

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August 23, 2022

5.0

He’s very Thorough. N explains everything.

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August 23, 2022

5.0

Very insightful. Took his time to explain what was going on. Even offered to resolve some aftercare questions I had 10/10 for a surgeon.

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August 20, 2022

5.0

Has done an excellent job of caring for my broken parts!

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August 17, 2022

5.0

excellent care

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August 16, 2022

5.0

Good bedside manner. He actually tried to decipher my list I couldn’t read!

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August 16, 2022

5.0

It looks to me he did an excellent job with my collar bone and the post op was very promising.

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August 11, 2022

5.0

Healed very well

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August 10, 2022

5.0

I’ve dealt with a lot of doctors (for my father and mother), but Dr Merk was great! He explained things that were understandable, on time, caring, and answered all of the questions I had.

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August 10, 2022

5.0

Knows his business

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August 09, 2022

5.0

Totally capable and competent Doctor. As a patient I have total confidence in him. Best, Laura Caifano

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August 09, 2022

5.0

Great job

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August 09, 2022

5.0

Very intelligent, explains things in layman's terms, and always encouraging. The fact that he has a sense of humor is a big plus,

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August 07, 2022

5.0

Dr. Merk, provided me the best care possible. His experience and knowledgeable guidance, I was able to have a speedy recovery, without the need of any ADA help. Dr. Merk, has an incredible commitment with his patients, outstanding communication with kindness. Dr. Merk and his team, were able to coordinate with the knowledgeable PT who provided me to get my confidence and endurance back. I am very grateful and satisfied of Dr. Merck’s care.

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August 06, 2022

5.0

Excellent doctor. Cares about his patients and his staff is very attentive and returns calls promptly

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August 06, 2022

5.0

he gave me options needed at the time of my injury explaining each one thoroughly which helped me make my decision to have the surgery and felt very good about the follow up visits. I have now been discharged after one year but with the understanding that if I have any difficulty, he is available to see me. His PA's are wonderful as well!

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August 02, 2022

5.0

Very compassionate

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August 02, 2022

5.0

Very reassuring and prifessional

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July 31, 2022

5.0

Very knowledgeable.

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July 30, 2022

5.0

Good explanations

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July 30, 2022

4.0

He was patient and answered all the questions I had about my care.

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July 27, 2022

5.0

The work he performed on my shoulder to get me back to where I am, from a layperson standpoint, was nothing short of a miracle. I know he is a top rated trauma surgeon and I was very lucky to have him as my doctor. He also has a very pleasant and professional bedside manner and it is clear he cares about the welfare of his patients.

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July 26, 2022

5.0

He gives good care and explains clearly what is the prognosis of the condition. Wonderful bedside manner.

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July 26, 2022

5.0

He has been very good and I have had the best care

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July 23, 2022

5.0

Dr Merk’s record speaks for itself , he is a great surgeon.

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July 19, 2022

5.0

He is a caring and compassionate doctor and knowledgeable in this field of medicine.

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July 19, 2022

5.0

Talks to you and actually listens to your concerns

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July 18, 2022

5.0

He was very professional in his diagnosis and explanation of what happened and what the next steps would be. The surgery went well and there was minimal pain afterwards.

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July 16, 2022

5.0

Speak to the point

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July 16, 2022

5.0

Very competent and caring

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July 15, 2022

5.0

Takes time to listen & ask questions. Always ask if there’s any more questions.

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July 13, 2022

5.0

Same as above and also did not pry into my carelessness that led to the injury

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July 12, 2022

5.0

Dr Merk is a superior physician.

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July 12, 2022

5.0

I saw Patricia Rose. She’s wonderful. Lots of context for the condition, tests done immediately beforehand so immediate feedback, advice, realistic predictions and referral for PT. All questions answered—-many of them anticipated before I could think of them!

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July 06, 2022

5.0

He reviewed my X-rays with me, identified the problems, and gave me his diagnosis including post-op process. The surgery went well and the residual pain is currently minimal.

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July 05, 2022

5.0

Dr. Merk is smart conservative. Did an excellent job on my hip surgery. Explains everything Stays with you thru recovery. Excellent surgeon.

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July 05, 2022

5.0

He has a very likeable manner, besides being able to explain complexities in layman's yerms.

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July 05, 2022

5.0

He has managed my complicated case to a successful conclusion with expert knowledge and skill.

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July 05, 2022

5.0

Because he was great

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July 03, 2022

5.0

Explained my injury very well, professional manner, easy to ask questions to

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July 02, 2022

5.0

He’s very thorough

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July 02, 2022

5.0

Very knowledgeable and professional

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July 02, 2022

5.0

I had a surgery with Dr Merk in October 2013. It was excellent.

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July 01, 2022

5.0

The best surgeon

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June 28, 2022

5.0

Thoughtful kind and knowledgeable

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June 28, 2022

5.0

He is extremely knowledgeable, and at the same time kind with excellent bedside manner. He is very patient and explains things very well.

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June 28, 2022

5.0

doctor was very detailed with his diagnosis. which put me more at ease for my surgery

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June 28, 2022

5.0

Professionalism

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June 28, 2022

5.0

On time. Knowledgeable. Answered all my questions and explained well

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June 27, 2022

5.0

As mentioned before. Dr. Merk pays attention to detail

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June 25, 2022

5.0

Shares knowledge

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June 22, 2022

5.0

He care for my well-being he make sure that I was OK after the surgery

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June 21, 2022

5.0

professional care, good at explaining treatment and answering questions

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June 21, 2022

5.0

Dr merk is a genius He put me all back together

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June 15, 2022

5.0

No nonsense

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June 14, 2022

5.0

Welll informed

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June 14, 2022

5.0

He is very serious and tells you exactly what is happening - my nervousness comes out in my trying to joke to ease myself not sure he is one that I can do that with

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June 14, 2022

5.0

He’s amazing… super patient, knowledgeable and compassionate.

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June 14, 2022

5.0

Straight to the point and highly qualified.

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June 12, 2022

5.0

Excellent surgical technician- great result.

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June 11, 2022

5.0

Explains everything ..

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June 08, 2022

5.0

Thorough

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June 08, 2022

5.0

Answers questions, reassuring, addresses my concerns, easy to communicate with. Other care staff is capable, kind. thorough as well. Im satisfied and have no issues.

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June 07, 2022

5.0

Hes the best and Patti makes it better

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June 07, 2022

5.0

Dr. milk it’s just it’s unbelievable very personable

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June 07, 2022

5.0

He’s a Professional

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June 05, 2022

5.0

Impressive expertise.

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June 04, 2022

5.0

Explained the process in detail

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June 04, 2022

5.0

Although we did meet earlier in the week, I was “out” before I saw him in surgery day. He’s a pro and I know he had many more surgeries to tend to so I was very happy with his entire team who cared for me post-op.

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June 02, 2022

5.0

Nothing but good experience and service.

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May 31, 2022

5.0

Managed to repair my shoulder when others had given up

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May 31, 2022

5.0

Very conscientious, friendly and a great surgeon!

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May 24, 2022

5.0

A true Professional

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May 24, 2022

5.0

Great surgeon, answered all my questions.

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May 24, 2022

5.0

He has a great team. See comments above.

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May 24, 2022

5.0

Dr. Merk is an excellent listener and communicator. He explains what and why things are happening.

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May 17, 2022

5.0

Dr Merk is very open to patient’s questions and concerns.

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May 14, 2022

5.0

The finest surgical skills

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May 11, 2022

5.0

Great bedside manner. Explained all

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May 11, 2022

5.0

He listened to me and PA Rose. He seems to care about his patients.

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May 10, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable friendly

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May 10, 2022

5.0

Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Get very at ease and confident in their care.

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May 03, 2022

5.0

Kind, direct, listens

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May 03, 2022

5.0

He’s very good at what he does. He is also nice and caring

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May 03, 2022

5.0

Dr. Merk operated on me 13 years ago and the excellent experience dealing with him continues. He is thorough, explains things clearly and I don’t feel rushed.

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May 01, 2022

5.0

Dr. Merk is AWESOME! The top of his profession, very caring and he put my shoulder back together after a proximal humors break and saved me from having a shoulder replacement. The best of the best!

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April 27, 2022

5.0

He takes time to explain my plan of care

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April 26, 2022

5.0

Patty rose is very good at communicating and dr merk is great at what he does. He is highly recommended

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April 26, 2022

5.0

good at explaining info and answering questions, very supportive

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April 26, 2022

5.0

He’s a really great surgeon doctor that did a wonderful job on my knee surgery

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April 23, 2022

5.0

Surgery turned out very well Dr Merk did an excellent job of surgery & is very attentive to patients concerns.

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