Expertise in
16
conditions

Dr. Robert E. Merritt

Thoracic Surgery
Ohio State Brain And Spine Hospital
300 W 10th Ave, 
Columbus, OH 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
Expertise in
16
conditions
Ohio State Brain And Spine Hospital
300 W 10th Ave, 
Columbus, OH 

Overview

Robert Merritt is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Columbus, Ohio.

Dr. Merritt is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Lung Nodules, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 128 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Merritt is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Thoracic Surgery

Licenses

Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in OH

Hospital Affiliations

Ohio State University State Health System

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

CareSource
  • HMO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO

Locations

Ohio State Brain and Spine Hospital
300 W 10th Ave, Columbus, OH 43210

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.

1 Clinical Trials

A Phase III Randomized Trial of Lobectomy Versus Sublobar Resection for Small (≤ 2 cm) Peripheral Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
A Phase III Randomized Trial of Lobectomy Versus Sublobar Resection for Small (≤ 2 cm) Peripheral Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: July 16, 2026
Intervention Type: Procedure

128 Total Publications

CLO26-114: Association Between Neoadjuvant Chemoimmunotherapy-Induced Anemia and Survival in Patients With Resectable Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
CLO26-114: Association Between Neoadjuvant Chemoimmunotherapy-Induced Anemia and Survival in Patients With Resectable Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
Journal: Journal of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network : JNCCN
Published: April 30, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Robert E. Merritt

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Robert E. Merritt?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Robert E. Merritt by calling their office at 614-366-7744. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Robert E. Merritt a top-rated expert for Lung Cancer?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Robert E. Merritt is classified as an Elite expert for Lung Cancer, 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. Robert E. Merritt specialize in?

While Dr. Robert E. Merritt is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Lung Cancer, Lung Nodules, and Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.

Does Dr. Robert E. Merritt participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Robert E. Merritt has published 128 articles and abstracts on conditions like Lung Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Robert E. Merritt's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Robert E. Merritt accept my insurance?

Dr. Robert E. Merritt accepts most major insurance plans, including CareSource and Humana. We recommend calling the office directly at 614-366-7744 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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