He is the clinical medical director of gastroenterology at MultiCare Health System, also in Tacoma.
Dr. Mergener earned his medical degree from Heidelberg University in Germany. He completed a residency, internship and fellowship at Durham, N.C.-based Duke University.
He is a member of the American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy. He served as a representative of the ASGE to the American Medical Association.
Outside of his practice, Dr. Mergener enjoys spending time with his family, hiking and reading.
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