Overview
Dr. Jarrad Merriman is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine and the surgical and nonsurgical treatment of ankle, hip, knee, and shoulder injuries and conditions. A California native, Dr. Merriman was born and raised in Bakersfield. He graduated from California State University, Fresno, with his Bachelor of Science degree in biology. He then went on to earn his Master of Public Health and Doctor of Medicine degrees at the Keck School of Medicine of USC in Los Angeles. After medical school, Dr. Merriman completed the exclusive San Francisco Orthopedic Residency Program at St. Mary's Medical Center, where he learned about all aspects of orthopedic medicine and musculoskeletal surgery over five years of intensive training. Interested in furthering his training and experience, Dr. Merriman came to Southern California Orthopedic Institute in Van Nuys, where he completed a yearlong sports medicine fellowship.Dr. Merriman is dedicated to making a tangible difference in patients' lives on a daily basis. When patients are most vulnerable because of pain, an injury, or accident, he is devoted to earning his patients' trust to help see them back to their normal lives. In his practice, his goals are to help patients prevent injuries, return to activity, get back to work, recover from injuries, reduce pain, and have long-standing relationships that transcend their condition. As a former athlete, he has had several injuries, which affords him significant empathy with patients wanting to safely return to competition. He enjoys working as a team with his patients to help them solve their problems and get back to doing what they love.When Dr. Merriman isn't seeing patients, he spends his time with family and enjoys fishing, hunting, travel, exercise, and golf. His wife, Kellie, is a former nurse, and they have one daughter and two sons. Dr. Merriman has also volunteered in Mexico, China, and most recently, in Africa, working in medical clinics, cardiac research, and orthopedic trauma surgery.Dr. Merriman is available to see patients in Bakersfield.
His clinical expertise encompasses Frozen Shoulder, Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, and Bursitis.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 9 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Merriman is currently accepting new patients.
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5201 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93309
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Jarrad A. Merriman
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Jarrad A. Merriman?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Jarrad A. Merriman by calling their office at 661-328-5565. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Jarrad A. Merriman a top-rated expert for Frozen Shoulder?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Jarrad A. Merriman is classified as an Experienced expert for Frozen Shoulder, 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. Jarrad A. Merriman specialize in?
While Dr. Jarrad A. Merriman is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Frozen Shoulder, Osteoarthritis, and Tendinitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Jarrad A. Merriman participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Jarrad A. Merriman has published 9 articles and abstracts on conditions like Frozen Shoulder. You can view a list of Dr. Jarrad A. Merriman's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Jarrad A. Merriman accept my insurance?
Dr. Jarrad A. Merriman accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 661-328-5565 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Frozen ShoulderDr. Merriman isExperienced. Learn about Frozen Shoulder.
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