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Dr. Daniel Merki, MD

Dr. Daniel Merki, MD

Family Medicine*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Daniel Merki, MD is a family medicine physician in Amarillo, TX and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Texas Health Sciences Center at San Antonio Long School of Medicine in 1988. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Sentara Princess Anne Hospital and Sentara Leigh Hospital. He is accepting telehealth appointments.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 43 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (43 reviews)

Practice

3501 S Soncy Rd Ste 150 Amarillo, TX 79119
Telehealth available
(806) 212-2000
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Dr. Merki is a patient favorite Family Medicine Physician

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  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Merki specializes in the area of Family Practice. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Merki's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Merki

4.9
43 ratings, 37 with a written review
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4 star
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3 star
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Good Doctor
My Dr retired which forced me to find a new doctor instead of looking outside the practice. I just went with Dr. Merki who recently came on the practice. He is thorough and a good listening and caring however, I feel that he should be able to make more options available as a treatment plan for his patient. He is too quick to write a prescription for pharmaceuticals and this is the only thing that stands between him being an even better doctor.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Mar 03, 2025
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I have been a patient of Dr. Merki for 21 years. He is very kind, great listener and outstanding diagnostician.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 01, 2022
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Great Doctor!
Dr. Merki is hands down the best doctor I've ever had. He takes time with you, explains everything to you with an impressive depth of knowledge, and you leave feeling that he is totally invested in and has addressed every aspect of your medical care. He is also respectful of your time and expresses such. Because of his commitment to you as a patient, it makes you want to do better, as well. Highly recommended.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Donna Scott – Oct 03, 2022
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Dr, Merki is caring, and the first I've had to take blood pressure with the arm elevated to heart-level. He had me rest my arm in his hands, and kept after me till I was fully resting it, to get a true reading. That is the first of many things I could say that were positive!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jonathan Roy Farris – Aug 06, 2022
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He is very good and caring doctor. Wouldn’t go anywhere else. Checks out your health complaints very thoroughly. He was my daughter and husbands dr
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mary Johnson – Jul 01, 2022
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Dr. Merki takes time to explain the needs recommended for the patient. He listens carefully to the patient’s input and is genuinely concerned for the patient’s well being.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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SharonnMorrison – May 10, 2022
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Fast and easy checking. Staff is always friendly and helpful. Dr. And nursing staf very professional and visit is fast
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 19, 2022
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Exceptional Care
Dr. Merki and his staff are very caring, professional and wise.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 19, 2022
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AFTER CONSULTING AND GETTING ON THE SAME PAGE WITH THE DOCTOR AND NURSE MY CONDITION IN THE LAST FEW DAYS HAS IN CREASED TO ALMOST A HUNDRED PRESENT THANK YOU
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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ART KOLBEK – Jan 01, 2022
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Has taken all of our needs. Seems concerned about our health and well being.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 08, 2021
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Do Not Recommend
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Dec 03, 2021
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Medicare annual check up. Dr. Merki is a most caring and thorough doctor. He cares about the physical and emotional health of my husband and me. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a caring, Christian doctor.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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HOWARD & GENELLE PATTON – Oct 27, 2021
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Very very thorough! Love him!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 25, 2021
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Dr. Merki has been treating my family more than twenty years and has always shown great compassion, thorough knowledge, and is easy to understand.
What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 22, 2021
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I am so thankful to have Dr Merki taking care of me and my wife, he is the best! he walks the walk and takes care of you like you were his only patient. I am so very blessed to have him on my side.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Bryan Friemel – Aug 21, 2021
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He is very through . leaves no stone unturned
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Steve Crawford – Jul 25, 2021
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My visit went smoothly and fast
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 29, 2021
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I chose Dr. Merki based on his excellent reviews, and I was not disappointed. He spent a lot of time with me during my initial visit and it was the most thorough exam/evaluation I've had. He also explained everything in great detail and made sure to ask if I had any questions at the end. My treatment path was very clearly explained and laid out so I knew exactly what to do and what steps should be taken. Highly recommend!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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D. Scott – Apr 11, 2021
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Dr. Merki is very thorough and personable. He truly cares about his patients.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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SJG – Mar 26, 2021
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has always been excellent
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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levi harvey@windstream.net – Mar 13, 2021
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Dr. Daniel Merki, MD is a family medicine physician in Amarillo, TX and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Texas Health Sciences Center at San Antonio Long School of Medicine in 1988. He is affiliated...read more

  • Family Medicine

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  • University Of Texas Health Sciences Center At San Antonio Long School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1988
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
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Family Practice
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    Locations

    Practice

    Office3501 S Soncy Rd Ste 150 Amarillo, TX 79119
    1
    Sentara Internal Medicine Physicians1925 Glenn Mitchell Dr Ste 202 Virginia Beach, VA 23456
    2
    Sentara Coumadin Clinic-Kempsville850 Kempsville Rd Norfolk, VA 23502
    3

    Practice

    Sentara Family Medicine Physicians Chimney Hill3745 Holland Rd Ste 200 Virginia Beach, VA 23452
    4

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Sentara Princess Anne Hospital

      2025 Glenn Mitchell Dr
      Virginia Beach, VA 23456
      Recipient of 9
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      80%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      15% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Sentara Norfolk General Hospital

      600 Gresham Dr
      Norfolk, VA 23507
      Recipient of 7
      hospital awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      78%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Sentara Leigh Hospital

      830 Kempsville Rd
      Norfolk, VA 23502
      Recipient of 8
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      83%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower than the national average

      77%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality