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Dr. Robert Mericle, MD

Dr. Robert Mericle, MD

Neurosurgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Robert Mericle, MD is a neurosurgeon in Nashville, TN and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Mericle has extensive experience in Neurocritical Care Disorders. He graduated from Vanderbilt University Medical Center in 1993. He is affiliated with medical facilities TriStar Skyline Medical Center and TriStar Centennial Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 71 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (71 reviews)

Locations

Nashville Neurosurgery Group

Nashville Neurosurgery Group330 22nd Ave N Nashville, TN 37203
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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Mericle is affiliated with TriStar Centennial Medical Center Nashville, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Mericle is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Mericle specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalCranial Neurosurgery Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Mericle's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Mericle

4.4

71 ratings, 15 with a written review
5 Star
82%
82%
4 Star
3%
3%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
4%
4%
1 Star
11%
11%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 05, 2024
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
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Todd – Jul 24, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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May 15, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Apr 11, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Teri – Jan 03, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Bob Gardner Hendersonville, Tennessee – Aug 23, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Tony in Portland, TN – Mar 21, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
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TN – Dec 21, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 19, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
17 people found this helpful
Helpful
Connie Hollifield Williams in Woodbury , TN – Jul 18, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Celia Lankford in Clarksville, TN – Oct 06, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
SP – Jan 27, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
BeLinda Meade for Fred Bartley in Kingsport, TN – Jan 16, 2017
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Atlanta, GA – Jan 01, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
31 people found this helpful
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Lydia S in Murfreesboro, TN – May 05, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

"Placing my patients first is the most important aspect of my practice. Each day I ask myself, What would I want if this were me or one of my beloved family members?' My purpose is to provide the highest level of neurosurgical care and treatment...read more
  • Neurosurgery

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  • University Of New York-buffalo

    Fellowship Hospital
  • University Of Florida

    Residency Hospital
  • University Of Florida

    Internship Hospital
  • Vanderbilt University Medical Center

    Medical School, 1993
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
Neurosurgery
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Dr. Mericle is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • TriStar Skyline Medical Center

      3441 Dickerson Pike
      Nashville, TN 37207
      Recipient of 35
      hospital awards

      America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      81%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% lower than the national average

      72%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      4% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • TriStar Centennial Medical Center

      2300 Patterson St
      Nashville, TN 37203
      Recipient of 60
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      82%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      6% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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