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Andrew L. Merritt, M.D.

425-656-5060

CERTIFICATIONS & EDUCATION

Clinical Focus:

Sports Medicine

Reconstructive Knee Surgery

Partial Knee Replacement

Hip and Knee Replacement

Fellowship Training:

Sports Medicine and Shoulder Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY

Assistant Team Physician, New York Giants (NFL)

Residency:

University of Washington, Department of Orthopedic Surgery

Medical School:

University of Southern California, Keck School of Medicine - Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society, Summa Cum Laude

Hospital Affiliation:

Valley Medical Center, Renton

Professional Affiliations:

Member, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

Board Certified – American Board of Orthopedic Surgeons

Fellow – American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons

Member – American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine

Member – European Society of Sports Traumatology, Knee Surgery and Arthroscopy (ESSKA)

Dr. Merritt is dedicated to getting injured athletes back to the activities they love. He is primarily focused on the surgical treatment of knee injuries from childhood to adulthood, as well as joint replacement surgery of the knee and hip. Dr. Merritt has specialized training in knee ligament reconstruction, cartilage injuries, meniscus repair, and minimally invasive partial knee replacement. If you have suffered an injury or arthritis of the knee or hip, please contact him for an appointment, and we will work together to restore your active lifestyle.

After graduating from the University of Southern California School of Medicine, Dr. Merritt completed his residency in orthopedic surgery at the University of Washington in Seattle. He then finished his advanced training in sports medicine and shoulder surgery at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. During this time, Dr. Merritt served as an assistant team physician for the New York Giants professional football team. Dr. Merritt brings advanced training to POA, using the same surgical techniques and individualized care that helps professional athletes get back in the game.

Andrew Huntley, PA-C, joined POA in 2015 as a physician assistant for Dr. Merritt, specializing in sports medicine and joint replacement. Having a skilled Physician Assistant allows our patients with more access to high-quality, prompt care for both acute and chronic conditions. He assists Dr. Merritt in surgery, provides evaluation and treatment of new patients, established patient care, pre, and post-operative appointments, injections and orders diagnostic imaging including x-rays and MRIs.

Dr. Merritt lives in Seattle with his wife and two children. When he is able to wrestle some free time he enjoys golfing, mountain biking, mountain climbing, and being outdoors. He provides physician team coverage for the Seattle Thunderbirds, Tahoma High School, and is a consultant for many local athletic trainers and sports teams.

Testimonials for Andrew L. Merritt, M.D.

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At age 61, I experienced increasing pain in my right knee caused by arthritis on the inside of my knee. X-rays indicated bone on bone contact. Dr. Andrew Merritt recommended a partial knee replacement on the inside of my right... At age 61, I experienced increasing pain in my right knee caused by arthritis on the inside of my knee. X-rays indicated bone on bone contact. Dr. Andrew Merritt recommended a partial knee replacement on the inside of my right knee. He advised that a total knee replacement was not needed because the center and other side of my knee were in good condition. A partial knee replacement can be performed as an outpatient surgery and the recovery time is much less. On May 10, 2019, Dr. Merritt performed outpatient partial knee replacement surgery on my right knee. At two and half months I went salsa dancing and hiking on camping trips. At one year I go for long walks twice a day every day with no pain. The parts of my right knee that were not experiencing arthritis and were not touched because the surgery was only a partial knee replacement, continue to be healthy and have not progressed toward any arthritis condition. I am grateful for Dr. Merritt's skills.

- David McCleary

I had 2 surgeries in 2020 at Valley Med. In July, I did my hip. Dr. Merritt and Andrew his PA are awesome. These 2 people should be commended for doing their jobs beyond expected. Both my hip, and now my knee, are healing much faster... I had 2 surgeries in 2020 at Valley Med. In July, I did my hip. Dr. Merritt and Andrew his PA are awesome. These 2 people should be commended for doing their jobs beyond expected. Both my hip, and now my knee, are healing much faster than expected. It's all due to expert medical care. Thank you all and hope not to come back but if I had to do another surgery definitely will be Valley Medical. Thank you! Sincerely.

- Valley Medical Patient

I am now biking 20 miles and have signed up for the MS ride in September. I am running more and more, and have also been rock climbing a few times this month. My knee is feeling better and better. I am very thankful for the care I...

-Julie Johnston

- Julie J.