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Merrill Ansher

Merrill Ansher, MD

Neurology

Accepting New Patients

Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Young Adult 18-25
  • Adult 26-64
  • Older Adult 65+

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

Johns Hopkins Affiliations:

  • Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty
  • Johns Hopkins Regional Physicians

About Merrill Ansher

Primary Academic Title

Instructor in Neurology

Johns Hopkins Physician

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Honors

Clinical Collaboration and Teamwork, 2015 Johns Hopkins Medicine Clinical Awards

Locations

  1. Neurology Consultants - Columbia

Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: University of Colorado Anschutz, Neurology, 1988
  • Residency: University of Colorado Anschutz, Neurology, 1987
  • Residency: Emory University School of Medicine, Internal Medicine, 1984
  • Medical Education: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, MD, 1981

Board Certifications

  • Neurology: American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, 1989
  • Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 1986

Insurance

Please contact the location directly to confirm your health plan is accepted.
Search plans
  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program (FEP)
  • CareFirst
  • Cigna
  • First Health
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Johns Hopkins Health Plans
  • Maryland Department of Health Cancer Control Programs
  • Maryland Physicians Care
  • MultiPlan
  • Point Comfort Underwriters
  • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
  • TRICARE (Humana Military East)
  • Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)
  • Wellpoint (Amerigroup MD)

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

285 ratings, 117 reviews

The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

Overall Rating by Patient
Provider Listened Carefully
Provider Explained Things Clearly
Provider Knew Medical History
Provider Showed Respect
Provider Spent Enough Time
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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/18/2026

    He checked past history and updated any concerns.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/18/2026

    Excellent. Referred him patients, when I was in practice.Highly confident in him.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/10/2026

    Doctor Ansher was great and took enough time to answer my questions and recommend follow-up with a colleague.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/9/2026

    Addressed all issues and showed compassion and knowledge

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/2/2026

    Very knowledgeable physician with extremely deep clinical knowledge. Thoughtful and thorough. Explained things clearly. Excellent physician.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/12/2026

    Very efficient and informative with respect

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/11/2026

    Very thorough history and physical

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/9/2026

    Dr Ansher takes the time to listen, explain, and work with you toward improving your health! What a treasure to find him!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/3/2026

    Dr Ansher has been my doctor for 34 years.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/3/2026

    Dr. Ansher Is very pleasant n I feel comfortable talking to him regarding my health.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/23/2026

    Dr Ansher has been an excellent provider of specialty neurology care and has a wide range of experience as well as insight. Very pleased with him and his help in accurately diagnosing symptoms.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/23/2026

    Dr. Ansher has wonderful bedside manners. He explained everything he needed to do. He answered my questions in a way that I was able to understand. He spent a good amount of time with me and I never felt that he was rushing through the consultation. He was wonderful and confident in the outcome of my consult.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/22/2026

    Seemed genuinely interested in my case and in providing support for my issues.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/21/2026

    Good listenerPays attention to details, good memory, completed lengthy visit summary quickly

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/20/2026

    Dr Ansher is very thorough, he has a great bedside manner.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/16/2026

    Wonderful provider, excellent practitioner, well-versed in the healing arts, good singing voice, too.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/13/2026

    Loved meeting Dr. Ansher. Great listener, very kind and made me feel comfortable. Very easy to talk to.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/12/2026

    Dr. Ansher is the best : his wisdom, knowledge, concern for Patients, diligence in finding answers to complex problemsIs very valuable ! I feel blessed that he is my doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/8/2026

    Very very good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/31/2025

    My provider was very knowledgeable and thorough of my disease process. And I appreciate that he also educated.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/29/2025

    Dr. Ansher was professional, knowledgeable, and showed concerns for fully understanding my health concerns.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/23/2025

    Under the big picture Expl things well

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/23/2025

    Dr ansher is great. Listens to me, answers all my questions in language I can understand and is very professional

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/23/2025

    Excellent doctor!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/22/2025

    Dr. Ansher is the best. He verified my last visit with today's visit confirming my status and answering all my questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/18/2025

    Dr Ansher is a caring and thoroughly professional physician who takes his time and carefully explains his diagnosis and next steps.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/18/2025

    Dr. Ansher provides a thorough exam.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/17/2025

    Dr. Ansher always pays intense attention to all I say and ask. He responds appropriately and repeats anything that requires enforcing or additional information.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/15/2025

    I was given a new diagnosis, but was not offered/ received enough information about it or about differential diagnosis

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/10/2025

    Thorough and respectful

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/4/2025

    Dr Ansher was very professional and sincerely concerned about my health.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/3/2025

    Doctor was kind and patient in listening to my health issues. Spent a lot of time asking me questions and doing exercises.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/3/2025

    Efficient thorough excellent diagnostician knowledgeable friendly

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/2/2025

    Dr Ansher is very good and thorough.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/2/2025

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/24/2025

    He seemed to give me a very thorough evaluation on my neurological state.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/19/2025

    I was relieved to hear that I have only mild cognitive impairment. I felt my provider was direct, well experienced, and sensitive to my situation. I felt very satisfied by his treatment.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/19/2025

    Discovered I don't have intermittent MS. As diagnosed over 30 years ago. Very thorough with questions concerning mild cognitive impairment.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/18/2025

    Had seen another neurologist and had an awful experience. This was much better and physician was respectful.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/18/2025

    Polite and professional. Easy to talk to.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/14/2025

    Merrill Ansher has given me excellent care, he has listened to me and validated my condition and has provided me with solutions and treatment. He is willing to meet with me when I need and is super kind. I would recommend him 100% to anyone looking for a neurologist!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/14/2025

    Very good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/12/2025

    During my meeting, Dr. Ansher seemed somewhat introverted and impersonal, but not in any negative way. It just seemed unusual for someone in this specialty. For a first meeting I expected a more ""getting acquainted"" approach. He aksed questions and noted my answers, but there was not a lot of give and take.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/11/2025

    My first visit, so he spent a long time getting my history and family history. Did a thorough physical exam, which many physicians do not do anymore.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/10/2025

    Dr. Ansher is brilliant and I feel very fortunate that he is my doctor.He takes the time and orders tests to solve my multiple neurologyProblems.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/10/2025

    I have seen Dr Ansher a number of times over the years and he is always been completely professional and provided the best possible care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/4/2025

    I saw Dr Ansher because of an out-of-range P-tau test. He referred me to MRI. I'm confident that zim in the right hands, altho this is still in progress.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/3/2025

    Dr. Ansher spent a lot of time with us at this visit which was very appreciated. He was very patient, kind, and fun.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/31/2025

    I have confidence that his conclusion about my problem will be correct once we finish all the tests.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/30/2025

    Dr Ansher is a credit to his profession.He is kind patient and thorough in his approach.Would like to know about my mother's prognosis as time goes by. He was an advocate on my mother's behalf and very helpful in advice and prescriptions. He is a good listener.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/29/2025

    He was ok. He provided the data that I need to go on to do the next

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/28/2025

    I have been seen by Dr Ansher for many years. I have always been treated with kindness and respect. Dr. Ansher has provided excellent care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/24/2025

    Very confident in care provided after meeting with Dr. Ansher

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/23/2025

    I see Dr Ansher for epilepsy, migraines and numbness in my feet. I am very happy with him as my neurologist.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/23/2025

    Dr Ansher is a top notch professional that provides highly accurate diagnoses.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/22/2025

    COURTEOUS, KNOWLEDGEABLE, EFFICENT

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/21/2025

    Pleasant and knowledgeable

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/21/2025

    He is extremely thorough & very kind. He seem to really care & is understanding. On top of all of that he really knows his stuff!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/16/2025

    Dr Ansher has been my provider for many years and I am grateful for his expertise in this field.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/16/2025

    Only reason I would hesitate to recommend to family - Not in the area. I have seen this Dr for close to 25r-30 years. Always good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/8/2025

    He was very patient and attentive

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/3/2025

    It's not often someone that brilliant is also very caring.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/1/2025

    Extremely professional,compassionate, very knowledgeable and up to date with current practices. I have multi-symptom diseases which require experienced insight to keep me healthy.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/1/2025

    Highly Professional & Courteaous..

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/1/2025

    Respectful cordial and attentive. The provider's responses were clear and concise.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/15/2025

    Soft spoken, answered questions

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/12/2025

    Excellent, compassionate and very professional doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/9/2025

    Great

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/5/2025

    Super smart and provided simple explanations

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/27/2025

    First visit. Very professional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/26/2025

    Dr Ansher was very caring and showed concern for my health and wellbeing as related to possible issues. He did this by ordering an MRA of my head because of family medical history.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/20/2025

    Extremely thorough, professional, extremely knowledgable, kind

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/18/2025

    Dr. Ansher is highly qualified!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/13/2025

    Very intelligent and seems thoroughly interested in helping me with my symptoms

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/13/2025

    Asked pertinent questions. Provided perpinent advice.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/12/2025

    Excellent physician. Will highly recommend him to anyone.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/11/2025

    Great visit

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/5/2025

    He did not come up with a diagnosis for which I was referred. Said it was out of his wheelhouse. I disagree

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/4/2025

    Excellent, thorough and caring.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/31/2025

    First visit to this provider. He was knowledgeable, confident, competent, and I felt I could trust his judgment and medical opinions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/29/2025

    Great

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/24/2025

    Very knowledgeable. Very thorough to the extent of giving me 2 referrals that he thought I need.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/23/2025

    I am very nervous about my complain but the provider schedule next till October.l prefer testing sooner

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/16/2025

    Provider cared for my mother many years ago. I have the utmost respect for his care and services.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/15/2025

    This Dr has been taking care of me for over 20 years. My favorite doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/11/2025

    Very efficient and professional

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/10/2025

    Overall satisfactory

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/9/2025

    I feel very fortunate to have Dr. Ansher as my doctor. He is veryInsightful, very patient, and very thorough in getting to the root ofMy neurological problems.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/3/2025

    Dr. Ansher is the best. Thorough and kind and very informative. He really seems to care about me. I will never go to another Neurologist.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/3/2025

    My whole experience was great.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/2/2025

    He seems knowledgeable and capable. He spends enough time to make definitive recommendations to remedy my issues.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/1/2025

    I was nervous going in. Dr Ansher helped me to relax so I could answer questions comfortably.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/30/2025

    He is great

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/27/2025

    Dr Ansher is great. Feel well cared for.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/25/2025

    Solid experience

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/18/2025

    I met him for the first time so I don't have a history to compare. However, I like him and I think he is going to help me with some of my physical issues.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/17/2025

    Great guy and doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/9/2025

    I amvery pleased with provider. I have been seeing him for more than 10 years for monitoring a possible chronic disease.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/5/2025

    Cannot imagine a better encounter. Dr. Ansher was exhaustive in his assessment and eclipsed a number of neurologists I have previously consulted over the years both in the quality of his exam and in the manner he maintained throughout.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/5/2025

    Dr. Ansher is professional and listens

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/2/2025

    Dr. Ansher was wonderful. We appreciate his knowledge and kindness.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/29/2025

    Personable

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/29/2025

    Dr Ansher is kind, compassionate and extremely skilled.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/27/2025

    Good job

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/23/2025

    He gave the most thorough exam I have ever had. He had great recommendations.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/21/2025

    Great doctor care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/15/2025

    Great visit

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/14/2025

    I feel thankful that Dr Ansher is following me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/13/2025

    Very thorough and straightforward

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/30/2025

    Dr. Merrill Ansher is a nice guy I only see him twice a year

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/30/2025

    Excellent, very professional and caring.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/28/2025

    The provider gave me an appointment very quickly.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/25/2025

    Dr Ansher is an expert Neurologist and gave me a thorough initial examination for some vestibular issues I'm dealing with. We have a follow-up visit scheduled for early June following completion of the MRI and blood tests he prescribed for me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/22/2025

    There is no better neurologist than Dr. ANSHER. He's the best!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/21/2025

    Excellent, thorough neurological exam.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/18/2025

    Exceptional care, very thorough. Not rushed, answered my questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/18/2025

    Dr. Ansher listened carefully and thoughtfully to my history and my symptoms. He was very thorough in his exam and provided me with good medical advice going forward.