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Philip O Merritt

Philip O Merritt, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Accepting New Patients
Affiliated Provider
4.9 of 5 stars179 ratings, 38 reviews
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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adult 21-65
  • Older Adult >65

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

About Philip O Merritt

About The Provider

Dr. Philip Merritt is the medical director of the Orthopedic Institute at Adventist Health Glendale. He is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who is a pioneer in his field—constantly developing new techniques and using new technology to improve the health and wellness of his patients.

Dr. Merritt specializes in the treatment of:

  • Hip bursitis
  • Arthritis of the hip and knee
  • Pes anserine (knee tendon) bursitis
  • Prepatellar (kneecap) bursitis

Procedures and treatments include:

  • Hip arthroscopy
  • Hip revision arthroplasty
  • Minimally invasive total hip/knee replacement
  • Total hip/knee replacement
  • Knee arthroscopy
  • Knee arthroplasty
  • Revision total knee replacement

Awards / Honors / Professional Memberships

  • Diplomate, American Board Orthopedic Surgery
  • Fellow, American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
  • Twice voted Teacher of the Year at USC Department of Orthopedics

Provider Type

Physician

Locations

  1. Spine and Orthopedics: Adventist Health Glendale
    • 1500 East Chevy Chase Drive, Suite 401, Glendale, CA 91206
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    Expertise

    Education

    Keck School of Medicine at USC

    Medical School

    Keck Hospital of USC

    Internship Program

    Keck Hospital of USC

    Residency Program

    Board Certifications

    Orthopaedic Surgery

    American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, 1987

    Insurance

    Please contact the practice directly to confirm your health plan is accepted.
    Search plans
    • "Adventist Health Care Network, Inc"
    • Adventist Health Employee Health Plan / Incentive Health
    • Aetna
    • Blue Cross
    • Blue Shield
    • Cigna
    • Family Care Specialist
    • Health Net
    • Medi-cal ORP1
    • Medicare
    • Medicare Part B
    • Medicare RR
    • Optum (Health Care Partners)
    • Preferred IPA
    • Prospect Medical Group
    • Regal
    • Tricare
    • TriWest
    • Triwest1
    • UHC
    • Western Growers

    Ratings & Reviews

    4.9 out of 5

    179 ratings, 38 reviews

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      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/21/2025

      He is an excellent listener and treated me with respect.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/19/2025

      Dr. Merritt took his time explaining my treatment options after reviewing the images with me.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/14/2025

      Very concerning doctor.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/11/2025

      Dr Merritt is wonderful

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/28/2025

      I was very happy with Dr Merritt and with all the people who took care of me during my stay and physical therapy in the hospital. The services provided was excellent.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/22/2025

      Spoke directly about healthDescribed findings clearly and options available to address situation

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/13/2025

      Most informative and helpful.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/1/2025

      Have already referred Dr. Merritt to friends & family.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/19/2025

      Recommend to everyone.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/22/2024

      I will definitely recommend Dr Merritt to my friends and family that needed his Specialty.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/6/2024

      It's amazing my Doctor is a very human person

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/22/2024

      Dr. Merritt is a highly skilled professional who is exactly the doctor you want to have helping you. I am so thankful that I am able to be treated by him. Truly a blessing.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/31/2024

      Dr. Merritt has alway been kind & compassionate to me. Excellent orthopedic surgeon

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/17/2024

      I recommend him to anyone with knee or hip problems. I found out about Dr Merritt from a close friend at the gym.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/16/2024

      Dr. Merritt is very caring and wonderful doctor! It's a Blessing to have such a Dr.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/16/2024

      The visit to Dr. Phillip was the second opinion I sought to resolve my problem and the information he provided me made me feel more confident about the surgery I need, he was very kind and empathetic.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/9/2024

      The doctor is very good and I liked it very much

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/4/2024

      Very considerate of my age and well being

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/2/2024

      Love this doctor

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/27/2024

      Dr. Merritt is an excellent doctor who pays great attention to the patient and provides answers to the questions

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/18/2024

      I found Dr. Merritt very emphatic, knowledgeable and helpful in finding a resolution to my issues.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/11/2024

      Best Doctor

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/28/2024

      It's always pleasure being Dr Merritts pt.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/12/2024

      Dr. Merritt is ABSOLUTELY THE BEST!!!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/9/2024

      I'm very happy with my visit with Dr Merritt. He was very attentive, listening to all my concerns, carefully examining me, taking various necessary X-rays and explaining clearly the options needed for my care. Thank you Dr Merritt

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/9/2024

      Dr. Merritt has the expertise and caring attitude that I needed to care for my knee problem and I have been recommending him to my coworkerHe's great Doctor.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/7/2024

      Wonderful service from my doctor and his team!!!!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/28/2024

      After thorough examination of my knee and left leg, Dr. Merritt, who knew of my back issues, determined my knee was ok and worked to move me along to a physician who could care for my spine.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/21/2024

      DR. MERRITT IS FABULOUS !

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/13/2024

      Dr Merritt gave an unexpected attention to my husband's knee condition after taking care of my concerns. Dr Merritt has worked on my husband's surgery in the past and we both have been seeing him for many years now. His thoroughness and extraordinary interest in his patients is commendable!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/24/2024

      Always top of the line care: listening attentively, explaining clearly and interacting with me very respectfully.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/17/2024

      Excellent physician caring warm intelligent

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/17/2024

      Dr Merritt is a fantastic diagnostician, educator, and healer. We drive to benefit from his expertise and presence

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/1/2024

      Dr. Merritt explains very well. He answered my questions very clearly. He is very kind .

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/27/2024

      Very good

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/24/2024

      Dr Merit is very professional very friendly nice attitude.I hope my surgery goes well without any complications.God Bless you Dr Meritt

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/19/2024

      Excellemt

      4 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/17/2024

      Everything is fine