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Gulzar A Merchant

Gulzar A Merchant, MD

Rheumatology

Accepting New Patients
Referral Required

Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adults
  • Adults 65 and up

Languages

  • English

Gender

Female

Locations

  1. Prisma Health Rheumatology Specialists

Expertise

Education

  • Medical School: Aga Khan University Medical School
  • Residency: Greenville Hospital System, Internal Medicine
  • Fellowship: Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center, Rheumatology

Board Certifications

  • Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine

Insurance

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Search plans
  • Absolute Total Care - Ambetter
  • Absolute Total Care (Centene)
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Medicare
  • Allwell Medicare - Absolute Total Care
  • BCBS
  • BCBS Blue Essentials
  • BCBS PPC
  • BCBSSC Blue Reedy Exchange Product (Upstate)
  • BCBSSC State Health Plan (PEBA)
  • BlueChoice Health Plan
  • BlueChoice Medicaid - Healthy Blue
  • BlueChoiceMyChoice Advantage
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna
  • Cigna Medicare
  • Companion Benefit Alternatives
  • CorVel Workers Compensation
  • Evernorth Behavioral Health
  • FirstHealth (Aetna)
  • Healthy Connections
  • Humana - Healthy Horizons
  • Humana Choice Care
  • Humana Medicare
  • Liberty Advantage
  • Logistics Health
  • Magellan
  • MedCost
  • Medicare (Traditional Fee-for-Service)
  • Molina
  • Molina Medicaid
  • NHC Advantage
  • Optum Behavioral Health
  • Promise Health Plan
  • SC Medicaid Healthy Connections
  • Select Health Medicare
  • Select Heath (First Choice)
  • Spectera
  • TriCare
  • UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage
  • Veterans Affairs Community Care Network - VACCN
  • Wellcare (Centene)

Ratings & Reviews

4.8 out of 5

515 ratings, 94 reviews

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

    My appt was at 8:00. Instructions were to arrive by 7:45. At 8:00 the doors were still locked and my calls to ask to have the doors opened were still going to the answering service. By 8:05 patients were being checked in.

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

    Being more professional when dealing with some things she dislikes about the patient and asking questions in a less crude way.

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

    Front desk person could be friendlier. She barely acknowledged me. The doctor was all business and a scribe was with the doctor but I was not told who she was or that she would even be in the room. When I asked the doctor when I would get lab results, she said, I would be told at my next visit, she would not be calling me and for me not to call her. The nurse was very professional. She was helpful and answered all my questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/1/2026

    It was good so no complaints

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/18/2026

    Yes, Dr. Merchant has been taking care of my knees, my body, and all of my joints since about 2004, I believe, when she was in Building A for GHS. I trust her completely and I wouldn't go to anybody else. I don't think there's much more she could do, dear. So I appreciate y'all calling and checking on her, but she's marvelous.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/15/2026

    Everything went good. My pain has stopped following my appointment

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/14/2026

    I felt very cared for and I would highly recommend this office and doctor as I felt the best care possible!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/13/2026

    I was very cared for during my visit

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/9/2026

    Some of these questions were not applicable. Like the registration ones. And I didn't see any nurses. Just dr merchant and her assistant.

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

    Dr. Merchant, to me, is a very good doctor. She listens. She's really the only one that really listens outside of another that I respect totally. I have no problem with her. She explains things completely to me, and she's a very good doctor. I'm glad I know her and have her. Thank you.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/3/2026

    Can think of nothing. Feel fortunate that I referred to this practice!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/25/2025

    Best ever!

    2 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/25/2025

    Showed more interest in blood work results which were becoming alarming to me. Explained medication side effect dangers.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/25/2025

    Prior to Dr. Merchant, quite a few of my appointments with another provider were cancelled. Then, it was months out before I could get a new one. So thankful to finally be a patient of Dr. Merchant's. She truly seems eager to find out what is going on with my health, get to the root of the cause, and seek proper diagnosis treatment.

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

    Nothing I can think of. Everything was great Love this place Everyone was so helpful. Merry Christmas to all.

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

    Dr Merchant was very nice and thorough Wendy, the nurse was very !!!!

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

    The way I have always been treated in this office is wonderful

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

    Yes I would highly recommend Dr. Merchant as a knowledgeable and caring Doctor.

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

    there is not one thing they could of done better. Everyone (front desk & nurses) is always nice and helpful. Doctor Merchant is the best.

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

    Everything was excellent!!!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/22/2025

    Appointments are very hard to get; could you add providers?

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

    Front desk woman were not that friendly, felt a bit cold with them.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/9/2025

    I trust Dr. Merchant I have been going to her for years. I was her first patient. She is remarkable she listens I have input in our conversations. She comes up with solutions to my problems. She is wonderful.

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

    Appointment was perfect. Thank you.

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

    Keep up the wonderful work. And let them know how much they are appreciated!

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

    This office is always a trusted facility and very knowledgeable staff and always listens to your questions & concerns

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

    I was very pleased and hope every visit be the same

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

    Nothing wonderful exprience

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

    Dr. Merchant was superb. Staff at the desk was not friendly and appeared to be bothered by some insurance questions we had.

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

    I would like there to be more communication between the doctor and the front office. So when I leave the doctor the front office knows and gives me any related information to the appointment. I don't want to have to ask for it or go back in to get any paperwork/information that I need to see.

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

    they are just great!

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

    Good, professional visit.

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

    Nothing Dr Merchant is the best

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

    The doctor maybe shouldn't have said rude things to me. Like when I mentioned having gastric bypass, she shouldn't have muttered under her breath that it doesn't seem like it. Nor have she insulted my teeth asking if I have a dentist, and when the last time I had a cleaning was. I've had a lot of medical issues in the past few years. It was my first appointment with her, and she apparently hasn't looked at my chart coming from a different state. She's unprofessional and I will be looking for another rheumatologist.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/20/2025

    I belive everything was just right. No issues.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/17/2025

    I feel so cared for at this facility I really recommend it highly and I wound not go to any other!!!

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

    Everything and everyone was perfect

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

    I am grateful for Dr. Merchant and her team!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/9/2025

    I can't think of anything you could do any better.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/9/2025

    All was fine. Appointment was only to renew regular meds. Not sure why but Labcorp in Greenville never forwarded blood lab results to my provider.

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

    Nothing to improve! Dr. Merchant and her team are the very best!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/2/2025

    No suggestions. I am completely satisfied.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/30/2025

    It was fantastic.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/29/2025

    they were great

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/29/2025

    All was good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/25/2025

    A bit more of explanation and more time to listen to my thoughts

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/20/2025

    I'm not calling to say that you needed something to be done because I think the whole office, the staff, and Dr. Merchant are wonderful people. Thank you.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/17/2025

    Love Dr Merchant...she is wonderful

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/31/2025

    Everyone was very nice and considerate to me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/30/2025

    I felt very cared for and cared about!!! The nurses helped me understand the effects of my medications and when and when not to take them. I appreciated their care so much!!! My Doctor was also consulted and I appreciated her knowledge and care!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/14/2025

    Highly recommended to everyone! Personnel in this practice is very kind specifically the doctor.

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

    Everything was answered and addressed.

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

    Everyone in this office are very friendly and have a great attitude

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

    Dr Merchant and her team are the best there is. She definitely cares about her patients. I am very thankful to have her ask my rheumatologist.

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

    Dr. Merchant has always treated me successfully. I have had wonderful results under her care and will continue to see her as she prescribes.

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

    All was very good no improvement.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/3/2025

    I have been a patient of Dr. Merchant's practice for approximately 25 years. That should tell you all you need to know

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/2/2025

    It's far is Dr. Merchant staff they are very respectful and helpful. Dr. Merchant goes far beyond than my expectations. In my opinion Prisma needs to really take a good look because they think progress is building buying, etc. in today's world. You need to make people feel like family when they come into your establishment

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/1/2025

    My Dr. and nurses offer all the support l need.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/1/2025

    N/A. I ALWAYS get and have gotten A1 SUPERB, PROFESSIONAL, and EFFICIENT care!! I trust everyone there both professionally and instinctively.

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

    Everything was great. My Dr. Is outstanding and caring. I would not change a thing. Thank you

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

    great care no change required for me

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/28/2025

    Dr merchant and her team are a breath of fresh air. Dr merchant worked diligently over a few yearss to find the best balance of medicine to address my psoriatic arthritis, through bad reactions to some infused medications as well as some inadequate medications. Her concern for my comfort has been a great gift and finally we found the right mix of medicine. The infusion team are the best. Frequently I do not even feel the IV going in. They NEVER leave me bruised and always show concern for my comfort. They have offered a closer place to take my infusions and I declined, because I would miss chatting with the receptionist and being near dr M as well as missing the infusion team.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/26/2025

    Given me alternative clinics to get my X-rays to save me money.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/25/2025

    None all was thorough.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/25/2025

    Keep doing what you're doing

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

    My opinion all team members and dr Merchant all work together very well won't change a thing very pleased with the office and all there employees.

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

    When seeing a patient who has a background of having an eating disorder, a provider should not comment on their weight and say that they are heavy or comment on their breasts, saying that they are very large and asking to document that in my chart as a reason for many of the issues that I'm having. And when I ask for clarity, they tell me that I have to go to my primary care doctor. As a rheumatologist, I thought it was very common that they knew that brain fog, memory loss, and fatigue were some of the main symptoms of lupus and other autoimmune disorders, but they said that they don't handle with that. And also, they were able to tell me with 100% certainty that I don't have an autoimmune disorder without running any extra tests. That is incorrect, unprofessional, and terrible bedside manner. Thank you.

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

    Front staff should always be kind and helpful

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

    Dr Merchant has been my doctor for many years. I trust her completely. And her staff have always been helpful and courteous.

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

    Great visit from beginning to end. Friendly staff and good communication with everyone

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/23/2025

    Everything was great.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/20/2025

    Keep doing what you're doing

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/20/2025

    The registration receptionist could have been more friendly.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/19/2025

    Dr Merchant is the best

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

    Listen to patient and provide explanation as to why new meds - and how they will help.

    2 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/11/2025

    I feel like the doctor did not even look at my chart before I came in, but she was asking me questions that if she hadn't looked at my chart, she would have known. So I really didn't feel comfortable with the question that she was asking me concerning other doctors that I see, because it should have been in my chart. So I just didn't. This was a new doctor, so I don't know if I'll return to that doctor I mean I'll find another doctor. Thank you.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/8/2025

    All was fine for this regularly scheduled appointment. It would be nice if billing prices were more clear and printed when checking out.

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

    Did ok

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

    Great doc , one of the best I have ever had

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

    Keep doing what you are doing!

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

    Love Dr. Merchant, she is really knowledgeable about your health needs.

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

    Everything is great w/staff and Dr. Merchant's care!

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

    I think this group is one of the best groups I've ever been to. There is nothing I would change about it. They are so polite and caring. I think they're great.

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

    Dr, Merchant is a great doctor and runs a great practice. One of the best and a real ambassador for Prisma Health.

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

    There is nothing that needs to be changed.

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

    Great doctor and staff

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

    My appointment went well no changes needed I was well taken care of

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

    I want to say on this visit I really appreciated the listening and the concern that the doctor gave me. Thank you.

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

    Dr. Merchant is very thorough and professional, as well as her staff. I cannot think of anything than should be done differently.

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

    There is nothing else the child could have done.The place is clean everybody in there.Treat you with respect.I love my little Doctor she has helped me a lot.And I have just appreciate everything that she's did.God is working through her to help me and I appreciate it

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

    The front desk folks could have better customer service skills. Maybe they could smile or act interested.

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

    Dr. Merchant was very courteous during the visit, but she needs to be more open about medications and older adults.

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

    Everything was satisfactory

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