Dr. Richard Merrick, MD
Dr. Richard Merrick, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in West Des Moines, IA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine in 1971. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Broadlawns Medical Center and Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.
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6800 Lake Dr Ste 250 West Des Moines, IA 50266At a Glance
- Areas of ExpertiseDr. Merrick specializes in the areas of Otolaryngology & Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. • See board certifications
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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Merrick
| 5 star | 27% | 27% |
| 4 star | 18% | 18% |
| 3 star | 0% | 0% |
| 2 star | 9% | 9% |
| 1 star | 45% | 45% |
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- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Staff wasn't friendly
- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
- Long wait times
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Dr. Richard Merrick, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in West Des Moines, IA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine in 1971. He is affiliated with medical...read moreEar, Nose, and Throat
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University Iowa Hosps
Fellowship Hospital, 1976Iowa Meth Medical Center
Residency Hospital, 1975La Co Usc Medical Center
Internship Hospital, 1972La Co-usc Medical Center
Internship Hospital, 1972University Of Iowa Carver College Of Medicine
Medical School, 1971
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86%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home2% lower than the national average
81%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well1% lower than the national average
- Recipient of 5
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85%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home1% higher than the national average
77%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well1% higher than the national average
- Recipient of 4
hospital awardsView all awardsAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (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.
86%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home2% higher than the national average
71%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well5% lower than the national average
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