Karen Shrewsbury Merle, MD

I started in the medical field right out of school at 18 and immediately knew I wanted to continue my career with Mercy. Family medicine is a space where patients come to you for everything, whether they're sick, have high blood pressure or need something else. Over time they really become your family, and I love that aspect of practicing medicine.

Mercy Clinic Primary Care - Free Ferry in Fort Smith is part of the expansive Mercy health system, which boasts 44 acute care specialty hospitals across multiple states. With over 700 physician outpatient clinics in Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma, Mercy is dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate healthcare services to the communities it serves. Generated from their website's infomation

My approach to patient care is centered on compassion, collaboration, and a commitment to overall well-being. I believe in fostering strong doctor-patient relationships built on trust, open communication, and mutual respect. By emphasizing preventive care, chronic disease management, and evidence-based treatment, I strive to help patients take an active role in their health. I am dedicated to providing individualized care that considers not only physical health but also emotional and lifestyle factors, ensuring that each patient receives the support and guidance needed to achieve their best possible health outcomes.