Overview
Professionally I am committed to molecular mechanism of chronic inflammation inducing stomach and colon cancer. During my free time I enjoy Argentinian tango dancing, yoga, spinning, biking, cooking, and traveling.
Dr. Merchant is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Neuroendocrine Tumor, Gastritis, Stomach Cancer, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.
Dr. Merchant is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 88 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Merchant is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
2800 East Ajo Way, Tucson, AZ 85713
1625 North Campbell Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85719
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. Juanita L. Merchant
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Juanita L. Merchant?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Juanita L. Merchant by calling their office at 520-694-8888. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Juanita L. Merchant a top-rated expert for Neuroendocrine Tumor?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Juanita L. Merchant is classified as an Advanced expert for Neuroendocrine Tumor, 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. Juanita L. Merchant specialize in?
While Dr. Juanita L. Merchant is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Neuroendocrine Tumor, Gastritis, and Stomach Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Juanita L. Merchant participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Juanita L. Merchant has published 88 articles and abstracts on conditions like Neuroendocrine Tumor. You can view a list of Dr. Juanita L. Merchant's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Juanita L. Merchant accept my insurance?
Dr. Juanita L. Merchant accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 520-694-8888 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- GastritisDr. Merchant isAdvanced. Learn about Gastritis.
- Neuroendocrine TumorDr. Merchant isAdvanced. Learn about Neuroendocrine Tumor.
- Pancreatic Islet Cell TumorDr. Merchant isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreatic Islet Cell Tumor.
- Stomach CancerDr. Merchant isAdvanced. Learn about Stomach Cancer.
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- Celiac DiseaseDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Celiac Disease.
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- ColitisDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Colitis.
- ColonoscopyDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- EndoscopyDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- GastroparesisDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Gastroparesis.
- Helicobacter Pylori InfectionDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Helicobacter Pylori Infection.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)Dr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
- Lymphocytic ColitisDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Lymphocytic Colitis.
- Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver DiseaseDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.
- Painful SwallowingDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Merchant isExperienced. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.