About Me
As a neurologist, I focus on advanced therapeutic options for Parkinson’s disease, dystonia and tremor disorders. In particular, I use deep brain stimulation (DBS), intestinal and subcutaneous infusions, and other advanced therapeutic procedures. I also specialize in the treatment of dystonia, blepharospasm and other movement disorders with botulin toxin under electromyographic guidance.
I strongly believe in developing a therapeutic alliance with each patient to help them find appropriate treatment.
What I like most about Ohio State is the spirit of interdisciplinary collaboration between neurologists, neurosurgeons and basic science researchers. It’s a perfect match to advance the clinical and research standards of neuroscience into the era of human-technology interface.
In my spare time, I enjoy working out and traveling.
Highlights
- Author of more than 80 peer-reviewed scientific publications in international medical journals
- A regular speaker at national and international meetings
- Recipient of grants and research support from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and pharmaceutical companies
- Principal investigator of several clinical trials and research studies
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Blepharospasm
- Infusions, Subcutaneous
- Dystonia
- Movement Disorders
- Parkinson's Disease
- Tremor
- Deep Brain Stimulation
Locations Where I Practice
480 Medical Center Drive
Columbus, OH 43210
480 Medical Center Drive
Columbus, OH 43210
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Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
University of Torino, Torino, Italy,
MD
10/1/1998 - 10/20/2004
Residency
Universita Degli Studi di Torino, Torino,
2/1/2005 - 12/31/2009
Graduate Program
Universita Degli Studi di Torino, Torino,
Ph.D.
1/1/2010 - 12/31/2013
Academic Information
My Department
Neurology
Reviews
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117 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
Consulting and Related Relationships
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As of 11/01/2020, Dr. Merola has reported relationships with the companies or entities listed below. If you have questions about the relationships listed below, please ask the faculty member. If you have questions about how these relationships are monitored by The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, please contact our Compliance Office.
- Abbott Laboratories
- Theravance, Inc.
- AbbVie Inc.
All good.
We thought the doctor spent a lot of time with us, and seemed very interested in my husband's care.
He (Dr. Merola) is very responsive - but - would have asked more questions - given more time.
Very thoroughly explained treatment options.
Very professional, informative, and thorough.
Great!
Dr. explained all my options very well.
Excellent- great communicator - took a lot of time with me
very informative; inspired trust
Informative, excellent.