Overview
Kimberly Merkel is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Gainesville, Florida.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), Basal Cell Skin Cancer, and Erythema Multiforme.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 4 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Merkel is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
5571 SW 64th St, Gainesville, FL 32608
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. Kimberly L. Merkel
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Kimberly L. Merkel?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Kimberly L. Merkel by calling their office at 352-337-4900. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Kimberly L. Merkel a top-rated expert for Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kimberly L. Merkel is classified as an Experienced expert for Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), 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. Kimberly L. Merkel specialize in?
While Dr. Kimberly L. Merkel is a Dermatology, they have specific expertise in Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), Basal Cell Skin Cancer, and Erythema Multiforme. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Dermatology.
Does Dr. Kimberly L. Merkel participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Kimberly L. Merkel has published 4 articles and abstracts on conditions like Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE). You can view a list of Dr. Kimberly L. Merkel's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Kimberly L. Merkel accept my insurance?
Dr. Kimberly L. Merkel accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and UnitedHealthcare. We recommend calling the office directly at 352-337-4900 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Experienced
- Basal Cell Skin CancerDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Basal Cell Skin Cancer.
- Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)Dr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE).
- Erythema MultiformeDr. Merkel isExperienced. Learn about Erythema Multiforme.