Overview
Avalon Mertens is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Salem, Massachusetts.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Emphysema, Bullae, Interstitial Lung Disease, and Lung Metastases.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article.
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Locations
55 Highland Ave Ste 104, Salem, MA 01970
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Avalon Mertens
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Avalon Mertens?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Avalon Mertens by calling their office at 978-745-4489. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Avalon Mertens a top-rated expert for Emphysema?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Avalon Mertens is classified as an Experienced expert for Emphysema, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Avalon Mertens specialize in?
While Dr. Avalon Mertens is a Intensive Care Medicine, they have specific expertise in Emphysema, Bullae, and Interstitial Lung Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Intensive Care Medicine.
Does Dr. Avalon Mertens participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Avalon Mertens has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Emphysema. You can view a list of Dr. Avalon Mertens's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Avalon Mertens accept my insurance?
Dr. Avalon Mertens accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 978-745-4489 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Acute Interstitial PneumoniaDr. Mertens isExperienced. Learn about Acute Interstitial Pneumonia.
- BronchiectasisDr. Mertens isExperienced. Learn about Bronchiectasis.
- BullaeDr. Mertens isExperienced. Learn about Bullae.
- EmphysemaDr. Mertens isExperienced. Learn about Emphysema.
- Interstitial Lung DiseaseDr. Mertens isExperienced. Learn about Interstitial Lung Disease.
- Lung MetastasesDr. Mertens isExperienced. Learn about Lung Metastases.