Expertise in
18
conditions

Dr. Thomas E. Merchant

Radiation Oncology
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
262 Danny Thomas Pl, 
Memphis, TN 
Accepting New Patients
Expertise in
18
conditions
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
262 Danny Thomas Pl, 
Memphis, TN 

Overview

Thomas Merchant is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Memphis, Tennessee.

Dr. Merchant is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Craniopharyngioma, Ependymoma, Medulloblastoma, and Brain Tumor.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 284 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials. Dr. Merchant is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Radiation Oncology

Licenses

Radiology in TN

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID

Locations

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
262 Danny Thomas Pl, Memphis, TN 38105

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.

2 Clinical Trials

A Phase II Trial of Intensity-Modulated Proton Therapy for Incompletely Resected Craniopharyngioma and Observation for Craniopharyngioma After Radical Resection
A Phase II Trial of Intensity-Modulated Proton Therapy for Incompletely Resected Craniopharyngioma and Observation for Craniopharyngioma After Radical Resection
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: June 17, 2026
Intervention Type: Radiation, Procedure
Study Phase: Phase 2
A Phase II Trial of Surgery and Fractionated Re-Irradiation for Recurrent Ependymoma
A Phase II Trial of Surgery and Fractionated Re-Irradiation for Recurrent Ependymoma
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: February 24, 2026
Intervention Type: Device, Procedure, Drug, Radiation
Study Drugs: ^1^8F-Fluorodeoxyglucose, ^1^1C-methionine
Study Phase: Phase 2
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284 Total Publications

Radiation Therapy for Spinal Cord Tumors.
Radiation Therapy for Spinal Cord Tumors.
Journal: Neurosurgery clinics of North America
Published: June 09, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Thomas E. Merchant

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Is Dr. Thomas E. Merchant a top-rated expert for Craniopharyngioma?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Thomas E. Merchant is classified as an Elite expert for Craniopharyngioma, 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. Thomas E. Merchant specialize in?

While Dr. Thomas E. Merchant is a Radiation Oncology, they have specific expertise in Craniopharyngioma, Ependymoma, and Medulloblastoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Radiation Oncology.

Does Dr. Thomas E. Merchant participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Thomas E. Merchant has published 284 articles and abstracts on conditions like Craniopharyngioma. You can view a list of Dr. Thomas E. Merchant's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Thomas E. Merchant accept my insurance?

Dr. Thomas E. Merchant accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and Managed Medicaid. We recommend calling the office directly at 901-595-3604 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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