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Dr. Thomas Merle, MD

Dr. Thomas Merle, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Thomas Merle, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Kettering, OH and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Ohio State University College of Medicine in 1982. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Kettering Health Main Campus and Kettering Health Miamisburg. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 29 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (29 reviews)

Kettering Health Medical Group Cardiothoracic Surgery - Main Campus

3533 Southern Blvd Ste 5650 Kettering, OH 45429
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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Merle specializes in the area of Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Merle's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Merle

4.6

29 ratings, 16 with a written review
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
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Sep 26, 2024
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  • Explained conditions well
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Aug 15, 2024
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Jul 18, 2024
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Apr 11, 2024
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Nov 16, 2023
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  • Explained conditions well
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Sep 07, 2023
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  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
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Feb 14, 2023
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  • Explained conditions well
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Feb 06, 2023
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Mar 09, 2022
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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
3 people found this helpful
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Michele – Sep 22, 2019
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May 31, 2019
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Jan 03, 2019
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
1 person found this helpful
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ed in OH, OH – Aug 24, 2018
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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Douglas Kraus in Springboro, OH – Dec 07, 2017
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
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West Chester, OH – Jul 20, 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
9 people found this helpful
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Kenneth E Lewis in Xenia Ohio – Oct 21, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Thomas J Merle, MD, is a board\-certified cardiothoracic surgeon with more than 25 years of experience in healthcare. Dr Merle received his medical degree from Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio. Dr Merle completed his residency in general...read more

biography

Thomas J. Merle, MD, is a board\-certified cardiothoracic surgeon with more than 25 years of experience in healthcare.Dr. Merle received his medical degree from Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio.Dr. Merle completed his residency in general...read more
  • Cardiothoracic Surgery

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  • University Of Alberta Hospitals

    Residency Hospital, 1991
  • University Alberta

    Fellowship Hospital, 1991
  • Riverside Methodist Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1987
  • Ohio State University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1982
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Thoracic Surgery®
Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Locations

Kettering Health Medical Group Cardiothoracic Surgery - Main Campus

Kettering Health Medical Group Cardiothoracic Surgery - Main Campus3533 Southern Blvd Ste 5650 Kettering, OH 45429
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Kettering Health Medical Group Cardiothoracic Surgery - Dayton Campus

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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Kettering Health Main Campus

    3535 Southern Blvd
    Kettering, OH 45429
    Recipient of 12
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Kettering Health Miamisburg

    4000 Miamisburg Centerville Rd
    Miamisburg, OH 45342
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Kettering Health Hamilton

    630 Eaton Ave
    Hamilton, OH 45013
    Recipient of 11
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (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.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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