Dr. Howard Mertz, MD
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Dr. Howard Mertz, MD
Gastroenterology
Dr. Howard Mertz, MD is a gastroenterologist in Nashville, TN and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Mertz has extensive experience in Gastrointestinal Disorders, Pancreatic Disease, and Liver Disease. He graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in 1986. He is affiliated with TriStar Centennial Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
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Nashville Gastrointestinal Specialists
Hospital Highlight
Dr. Mertz is affiliated with TriStar Centennial Medical Center Nashville, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for gastroenterology.
At a Glance
- Areas of Expertise • Dr. Mertz specializes in the areas of Gastroenterology, Internal Medicine & Internal Medicine. See board certifications
- Offers Telehealth • This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
- Practices at Top Hospital • America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ See hospitals
- Hospital Satisfaction • Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Mertz's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Mertz
3.4
| 5 Star | 57% | 57% |
| 4 Star | 4% | 4% |
| 3 Star | 2% | 2% |
| 2 Star | 0% | 0% |
| 1 Star | 37% | 37% |
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care philosophy
Patient-Centered CareEmpathy and Respect: Treat each patient with compassion, recognizing their unique circumstances and emotions. Listen actively to their concerns and preferences.Shared Decision-Making: Involve patients in their care by discussing...read morebiography
Dr. Howard Mertz practices all aspects of gastroenterology, including endoscopic ultrasound and inflammatory bowel disease. Nashville Magazine's survey of local physicians rated Dr. Mertz in the top 85 physicians and top 3 gastroenterologists in...read moreGastroenterology
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Fellowship HospitalUniversity Of California
Fellowship HospitalJohns Hopkins
Residency HospitalJohns Hopkins
Internship HospitalBaylor College Of Medicine
Medical School, 1986
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Affiliated Hospitals
- Recipient of 60
hospital awardsAmerica’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ (2025, 2024)
Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality
View all awardsAmerica’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024)
Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
84%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home82%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well6% higher than the national average
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