Katherine Merkle, DO SHS Affiliate 4.91 out of 5 186 Reviews 59 Comments Specialties: Osteopathic Manipulative Therapy Languages Spoken: English Education: Undergraduate: Regis University Medical Education: Western University of Health Sciences Internship: Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center Residency: Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center Fellowship: Maine-Dartmouth Family Medicine Board Certifications: Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine, Family Medicine/OMT Medical Staff Status: Samaritan Provider Accepting New Patients: Yes Bio: In her free time, Dr. Merkle enjoys Bikram and Vinyasa yoga, rock climbing, trail running and vegetarian nutrition. Patient Reviews & Comments 4.9 out of 5 (186 Reviews, 59 Comments) The clinician's star review is based on surveys sent to randomly selected patients following care. The patient satisfaction survey includes five questions about a patient's experience with their clinician with responses averaged for the star score. Patient comments are from the question "How likely would you be to recommend this provider to your family and friends." Jul 27, 2023Best interaction with a provider in the Samaritan system.Jul 13, 2023Dr Merkle is a great doctor but also super nice and kindJun 23, 2023Dr. Merkle is excellent, thorough, and always prompt.Jun 21, 2023I have limited experience with Dr. Merkle, but my experience in this visit was good.Jun 20, 2023These OMT doctors and their 10 magic fingers work miracles.Jun 08, 2023She is very thorough. I trust her completely.Jun 08, 2023Very qualified, friendly and thoroughJun 08, 2023Dr Merkle is an amazing osteopath. I recommend her to many of my friends.Jun 02, 2023Merkle is a kind and always listens no matter what you have to say. Best communicator as a doctor I have ever had. Wish it was easier to get on her schedule.Jun 01, 2023Awesome staff - support. Awesome dr. Heartspring is a great holistic practice.Jun 01, 2023Dr. Meekly was extremely compassionate, listened to my concerns, took them seriously, and responded with care. She was very gentle and explained everything she was doing.May 31, 2023I would like to see Dr. M. for the rest of my life! She is a great listener and adjusts her treatment to whatever is going on with my body each visit. I have recommended her to many.May 30, 2023Dr. Merkle is absolutely excellent in her treatment and her understanding of patient health issues.May 23, 2023GoodApr 13, 2023Love love love Dr. Merkle. She is very educational, which really helps me. And listens really well, which is really appreciated.Apr 13, 2023I was very impressed with her knowledge.Apr 11, 2023Dr Merkle is excellent and I am very grateful to have her as my doctor.Apr 11, 2023She did a great job on my problem areas of the day - hip, back, neck.Apr 07, 2023We did not discuss any new proposed treatment options other than when to return for a follow up.Mar 28, 2023Dr. Merkle is excellent.Mar 21, 2023I wish Dr Merkle was my regular GP.Mar 08, 2023Dr Merkle is very conscientious and always helps me. She really listens and her treatments are helping me to the degree that I try to go in once or twice a month to help maintain. I was in extreme pain when I first started treatments. We are able to adjust and maintain now rather than getting so bad. If I wasn't going to her I believe I would be back at base 1 again.Mar 07, 2023Dr.K.Merkle is a wonderful doctor.Mar 02, 2023Informative, caring, gentle.Feb 23, 2023I have been seeing this clinician for some time and referred both friends and family. She listens and responds to what we actually say with treatment and suggestions. Dr. Merkle also does imaging and referrals as indicated but always with thought and care. Amazing doctor and special person.Feb 09, 2023Adequately covered by questions.Jan 31, 2023Dr. Merkle gives outstanding osteopathic manipulative therapy. She is very caring, kind and positive. She listens to my comfort concerns and is very attentive. I hope she never leaves.Jan 27, 2023We didn't get to proposed treatment - she is a good listener!Jan 04, 2023Dr. Merkle very considerate, listening, inclusive doctor. She looks at whole pt. Made suggestions about care of foot and we discussed option of a boot for my foot.Nov 01, 2022Dr. Merkle is the best!!Sep 02, 2022Dr. M. has improved my quality of life!!Aug 31, 2022Very competent. Very caring.Aug 25, 2022Dr. Merkle is wonderful. Her schedule is very full. So not always able to see her as needed.Aug 11, 2022Very good interaction, felt like she was making a good plan for further treatment.Aug 10, 2022I especially appreciated hearing the explanation of what Dr merkle noticed In my body & her explanations of her processes when she had a student in the room with her. That was super informative...less mysterious.Jul 22, 2022I have recommended Dr Merkel many times!Jul 01, 2022Love my sessions with Dr. Merkle.Jun 22, 2022Dr. Merkle is both professional and curious. She listens to all of my concerns and we have great discussions regarding my health issues she is by far the BEST Dr I have ever had, and I've had many!..Jun 07, 2022I really appreciate having the same provider as we can have continuity of care. Dr. Merkle listens and is very helpful with options for careMay 18, 2022Dr Merle's is exceptional. My daughter and her husband are now also seeing herMay 17, 2022Dr. Merkley is thoughtful & helpful.Apr 13, 2022I think Dr. Merkle is an excellent physician! She is very patient with all my questions even the ones that are not about the presenting problem. Very good listener!Mar 02, 2022The dr. positioned me with wedge bolsters and pillows for comfort during treatment. She further answered my questions regarding my surgery and comfort measures at home. She assisted me off table and adjusted my walker to proper height.Jan 26, 2022Dr. Merkle listens well, asks good questions, does thorough exam and skilled effective treatment, and discusses options; in this case, physical therapy and MRI. She is amazing; she is what every DO should be.Nov 18, 2021I totally am confident in and trust this DrNov 09, 2021Excellent care, but dr. is so backed up, hard to get other appointments to continue care.Oct 21, 2021Dr. Merkle has changed my life. From helping me w/ a back problem I have had since early teens, to relieving pain &increasing function after a bad hand injury (hand surgeon offered surgery, not wanted), relieving chest congestion/tightness (asthma and cold), and helping with sinus pressure, she has done it all.Sep 10, 2021One of the best providers I've ever seen.Aug 12, 2021Wish appointments could be longer, but she makes good use of the time we have.Aug 10, 2021Dr. Merkle is a rare caring Dr. She allows me to ask questions and really does care about me.Aug 04, 2021Great doctor, listens to all your concerns & answers questions completely.Aug 02, 2021Dr. Merkle is an excellent care provider and I recommend her to all of my friends.Apr 30, 2021Katherine Merkle is a wonderful provider. I hope she never leaves.Apr 27, 2021Communication between K. Merkle and myself is handled very well. She asks questions and gives good advice every time I see her.Mar 02, 2021She's my FAVORITE provider. So knowledgeable and compassionate. I'm able to function so much better because of her skill and care.Jan 12, 2021Dr. Merkle is great at her job.Dec 23, 2020My favorite Dr.Dec 01, 2020By far one of the BEST providers I see. Highly recommend!Mar 03, 2020Amazing provider who always listens to any issues & provides great treatment options and advice. Locations: Primary Samaritan Heartspring Wellness Center 534 Pleasant View Way NW Suite 100Albany, OR 97321-1789 Phone: 541-812-5656 Fax: 541-663-4122
Samaritan Heartspring Wellness Center 534 Pleasant View Way NW Suite 100Albany, OR 97321-1789 Phone: 541-812-5656 Fax: 541-663-4122