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Who is Dr. Charles, Endocrinologist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Merl Charles, MD, PHD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. Dr. Charles graduated from University of California. Dr. Charles is fluent in English, Chinese, French, Persian, Spanish, Tagalog, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Charles’s office at (415) 353-2350.
Where did Dr. Charles go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of California
What languages does Dr. Charles speak?
Dr. Charles and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
French
Persian
Spanish
Tagalog
Vietnamese
What conditions does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Charles typically treat?
As an Endocrinologist, conditions treated by Dr. Merl Charles may include:
- Addison's Disease
- Graves' Disease
- High Cholesterol
- Hyperphosphatemia
- Hyperthyroidism
- Hypophosphatasia
- Klinefelter Syndrome
- Prader Willi Syndrome
Please contact Dr. Charles' office directly to confirm care for your specific condition, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Charles typically perform?
As an Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Merl Charles may include:
- Adrenal Surgery
- Comparative Genomic Hybridization
- D and C / Vacuum Aspiration
- Diabetes Blood Sugar Management
- Diabetes Care - Kidney Disease Monitoring
- Diabetes Consultation
- Doppler Ultrasound
- Egg Freezing/ Fertility Preservation
Please contact Dr. Charles' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Charles accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Charles' office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Charles' office located?
What is Dr. Charles's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Charles's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023152055.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Charles?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Charles
What is Dr. Merl Charles's specialty?
Dr. Charles is a Endocrinologist near San Francisco, CA.
What does an Endocrinologist do?
An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues.
Is this Dr. Merl Charles affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Charles is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Merl Charles accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Merl Charles is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Merl Charles offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Charles's office at (415) 353-2350 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Merl Charles?
Please contact Dr. Charles's office at (415) 353-2350 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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