Robin Merlino
Internist
3020 Hamaker Ct B 106 Fairfax VA, 22031About
Dr. Robin Merlino is an internist practicing in Fairfax, VA. Dr. Merlino specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Merlino provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
Education and Training
University Michigan M.D. 1980
Board Certification
American Board of Internal Medicine
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Robin Merlino's Expert Contributions
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Areas of expertise and specialization
Awards
- Patient choice Award 2017 Vitals
- Compassionate Doctor Recognition Vitals
- On time Doctor Award Vitals
- Top Dr 2016 Washington, DC Consumers’ Checkbook
- Top internist 4 WashingtonianWashingtonian
- Top internists 3 Northern Virginia Magazine
Professional Memberships
- American College of Physicians
- Northern Virginia Medical Society
- MDVIP Physician Advisory Board
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