Assistant Professor of Surgery
Clinical Interests
Everything related to cardiac surgery. I have a special interest in thoracic organ transplantation, end stage heart failure, and mechanical circulatory support
Research Interests
Clinical outcomes research
Education and Training
- MD, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Cleveland, OH
- Residency (Cardiothoracic Surgery), University of North Carolina
- BS, University of Chicago
Board Certification
- Thoracic Surgery
Publications
View Dr. Merlo’s recent research publications on PubMed.
Q & A
For an introspective look at Dr. Merlo, check out her interview.
