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Dr. Merlin Hamer, MD
Orthopedic Surgery*
Age 54
Dr. Merlin Hamer, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in San Diego, CA.
Dr. Merlin Hamer, MD
San Diego, CA
Accepting new patients
24 years of experience
Offers telehealth
Dr. Merlin Hamer, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in San Diego, CA.
About Dr. Merlin Hamer, MD
Dr. Hamer graduated from
Offers Telehealth
This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.
Explains Conditions Well
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Low Wait Times
Patients are usually seen in 10 minutes or less.
Friendly Staff
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Easy Scheduling
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Where Dr. Merlin Hamer, MD Sees Patients
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Scripps Clinic Mission Valley-Building 74257425 Mission Valley Rd Ste 202, San Diego, CA 92108
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Meet Dr. Merlin Hamer, MD
Specialties*
Orthopedic Hand Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
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FAQs About Dr. Hamer's Practice
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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.
New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Merlin Hamer, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Hamer's profile.
Dr. Hamer in specializes in Orthopedic Surgery. See more on Sharecare.
Dr. Hamer frequently treats the following conditions: Trigger Finger, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ganglion Cyst, Osteoarthritis of Hand, Limb Pain and Tenosynovitis. See more on Sharecare.
Dr. Hamer's office is located at 7425 Mission Valley Rd Ste 202 San Diego, CA 92108. You can find other locations and directions on Sharecare.
Dr. Hamer provides telehealth services. Please contact the office to determine whether you are eligible.
Dr. Merlin Hamer, MD is affiliated with Scripps Green Hospital.
Dr. Merlin Hamer, MD has a star rating of 5.0/5. See more patient feedback on Sharecare.
Training & Medical Education
Medical Education
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GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY / MEDICAL CENTER
2002
Hospitals Where Dr. Merlin Hamer, MD Practices
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Scripps Green Hospital
10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA
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