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Mertz Howard R MD
- Gastroenterologist
- Nashville, TN
About this business
I have a patient focused approach that begins with detailed discussion regarding symptoms.I am regarded by my peers as an excellent diagnostician, and frequently perform second opinion work. I have been named every year as one of Nashville's top doctors by Nashville Lifestyle magazine and most recently by US News and World Report. I am a leader in the community with regards to education where I coordinate an annual gastroenterology and colorectal surgerycourse at Saint Thomas hospital.I am well published, including a review ... read more
Location details
4230 Harding Pike, Ste 309, Nashville, TN, 37205, United States
Get directions| Weekday | Schedule | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Tue | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Wed | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Thu | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Fri | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Sat | Closed | |
| Sun | Closed |
Excellent physician- we were referred by our local docs; the patient after us by docs in Knoxville- this is the doctor that other doctors want to have. I am a physician, too, and Dr. Mertz is truly top notch. Very knowledgeable and explains everything really well, answers whatever questions you have patiently and thoroughly. The procedure that my husband had went well and Dr. Mertz spoke with us both before and after the procedure. Top rate physician. Very courteous, very thoughtful, very kind.
I wouldn't recommend this doctor at all. Condescending isn't even the word, he is just a rude doctor who thinks anyone who isn't a doctor is beneath him, always in a hurry. Really doesn't care about his patients as you can see from the gentlemen he told in these comments, I learned from your daughter. He has given nothing but rude answers to my family while my brother has been ill. If I could give you a minus score I would. From a sister who loves her brother very much
Dr Mertz always listens intently and shows genuine interest in our conservations about my health and the decisions that follow. Questions are always answered fully, he’s never condescending, even when I ask a question I should know the answer to. I trust him completely. Additionally, Stephanie is a very important part of this practice. She gives excellent care, always returns calls as soon as possible, & while ALL staff are great, Stephanie definitely has a heart for making you feel important!
Outstanding personal care, enthusiastic demeanor, and sensitivity to the health of my entire body.
i had a complex mass in my colon. Dr Mertz was able to remove it and keep me from having surgery. The staff answered all my questions. I would recommend this physician to everyone.
Dr. Mertz is a thorough, kind and caring doctor. He always takes the time to answer our questions and never makes us feel rushed. His office staff is great too, Stephanie is always kinds and helpful and always called us back in a timely manner..
Business response:
Thanks for your review. I try hard to listen to my patients and address all their symptoms and concerns.
My husband passed of pancreatic cancer. Originally diagnosed with small pseudocyst in tip of pancreas and told it was no big deal. After getting paperwork from hospital saying possible adenocarcinoma, we asked for CT as Mayo Clinic said scan every month for growth and to remove if growing. It had grown slightly, but assured it was just a different angle. Next months CT had been canceled when we arrived. Two more scans showed growth. Surgery revealed cancer and given 3 mos to live! Devastated.
Business response:
Without a name it is hard to specifically reply. If "paperwork from the hospital" was received it would have come from me so it sounds like follow up was advised. Best practice does not recommend surgery for precancerous cysts unless they are rapidly growing or partly solid. The Mayo clinic does not advise monthly CT scans, annual or less is standard. Pancreatic cancer is devastating, and modern medicine usually is unable to cure it. I am sorry I was unable to help your husband.
Mertz misdiagnosed my daughter. He told her she was just constipated and should take laxatives and an enema. The next day, we took her to the ER because she was in such pain. After a scan, a colon blockage was found. Mertz was so certain the blockage was Crohn's disease and placed a stent into the mass. The stent perforated her colon. The mass was NOT Crohn's but was CANCER! The perforation caused her to become septic, almost die, and cancer cells released into her abdomen! DO NOT GO TO MERTZ!!!
Business response:
Malignant constipation in a young woman is very rare so enemas and laxatives were tried first. A colon stent was attempted to prevent a colostomy surgery when it became clear your daughter had a colon obstruction. Unfortunately that failed. I learned from your daughter's case, thank you for sharing.
I just arrived home after having my second procedure with Dr. Mertz. Dr. Mertz was recommended by my primary care provider so I switched to Mertz about 4 1/2 years ago. I did research on Mertz before I went the first time, and he is literally one of the best in his field. I had no problem getting additional information after the first procedure and had my second with him this morning. Following my procedure, he met with my wife and I and took the time to explain his findings.
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