Meet Dr. Bradley Mercer
Brad Mercer, M.D., has been a pediatrician for 24 years, and all of those years have been spent at the Cook Children's Forest Park office.
He was born in Fort Worth at Texas Health Harris Methodist - and 32 years later his son was born in the same hospital and cared for by the same nurse!
Growing up, Dr. Mercer attended numerous schools in Fort Worth, finally graduating from Brewer High School. He earned his medical degree from a UT Medical School but is an Aggie at heart! Gig 'em.
What does he love about his job? "I love the kids. I love watching them grow. It makes me sad sometimes to watch them grow up leave my practice - it's almost like my own kids graduating and leaving to take on the world."
Dr. Mercer is fascinated with how the field of pediatrics has changed so much in nearly 30 years - new therapies, new technologies including, "the internet, cell phones, electronic charting, hospital services that allow us to stay in the office and not speed around town going to as many as 5 hospitals in the morning before the office opens!."
Other changes he sees include the increase in conditions that were not a huge problem 30 years ago that now need a lot of his attention: anxiety, depression, ADHD. He enjoys learning about emerging conditions so that he's always well prepared to take care of his patients. "You never stop learning."
He's been married to his wife Marisa for 28 years. "She's put up with my late-night charting, interruptions of family functions to take patient phone calls, and has been working around my call schedule now for three decades... and she is my best friend."
They have two children who he describes as, "two of the greatest kids on the planet, who are the best experience that a pediatrician could have. They taught me more about pediatrics than med school and residency. They are incredibly talented kids and I'm lucky to be their dad."
In his spare time, he enjoys running and fitness and playing the guitar poorly, but most of all enjoys all things fermentation - running his own brewery in his garage (beer, cider, and perhaps in the future more adult beverages)! He declares that "it looks like a mad scientist lives in his garage."
Dr. Mercer also loves travel, hiking, and would rather be in Colorado any time of the year, but mostly the summer.
Dr Mercer is a wonderful doctor. He is respectful and courteous. He listened to my concerns and is always there when I have any questions concerning my child. – Patient family
Services
- Acute illnesses
- ADHD management
- Anxiety and depression
- Chronic condition management
- Developmental problems
- Disease prevention
- Flu shots
- Hearing screens
- Injury treatment
- Newborn circumcision
- Obesity and weight management
- Vision screens
- Patient and parent education
- School and sports physicals
- Vaccines and immunizations
- Wart and absess treatment
- Well checks
Reviews
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November 26, 2023
Dr. Mercer's office staff is attentive and responsive.
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November 26, 2023
Dr. Brad Mercer is the best. He has always addresses to our concerns and cares about my kids' well being.
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November 20, 2023
Staff are so understanding and supportive
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November 17, 2023
Dr Mercer and Whitney were fantastic. Very informative and never made us feel rushed with answering any questions we had. Very helpful, professional and skilled.
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November 15, 2023
Dr. Mercer is caring and available through the portal.
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November 05, 2023
Dr Mercer and his staff are wonderful
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November 03, 2023
First time. Got a speech therapy recommendation. Speech therapist later commended the pediatrician for noticing some speech anomalies that some Drs would overlook for boys.
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October 30, 2023
Very good experience
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October 24, 2023
Dr. Mercer was very nice & informative
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October 15, 2023
The front office staff is courteous. The nurses show care and concern when working with the kids. Nurse Natasha is very knowledgeable, kind, and professional.
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October 15, 2023
Dr. Brad Mercer is an outstanding physician. He always listens to my concerns as a parent and works hard to make connections with my sons. He is concerned about doing what's best for his patients.
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October 15, 2023
Dr. Mercer and his staff are amazing
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October 09, 2023
It was a very good experience
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October 07, 2023
Dr. Mercer took his time to explain the procedure to us. After the procedure, he came back to say hi to us and bid us goodbye. What an awesome doctor. We are so Impressed. Also, he was very kind and friendly.
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October 06, 2023
Dr. Mercer was amazing, very profesional and helped me understand what was going on.
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September 05, 2023
I felt prepared to care for my son's wounds leaving the hospital. Also great to know that I can send pictures through if any part of the healing process is concerning to me.
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September 05, 2023
Both Babet and Dr Mercer were great. They both took the time to answer all questions and make sure I knew how to care for my son post procedure.
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August 25, 2023
We absolutely LOVE Rachel and Dr. Mercer. We trust them completely and feel so comfortable with them!
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August 23, 2023
Dr Mercer is a great pediatrician.
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August 19, 2023
Dr Mercer is the best!
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August 10, 2023
Staff was great and Dr. Mercer was very nice and explained everything in detail.
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August 10, 2023
The staff was very nice and attentive.
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July 26, 2023
The experience was way better than expected as I was so nervous and scared for my son. The staff and doctor were amazing and made us feel comfortable. The whole experience was a 10. I am definitely glad we picked this hospital for our son's procedure.
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July 26, 2023
Everyone did a great job with my son and answering our questions.
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July 07, 2023
Whitney was very kind and patient and knowledgeable. Dr.Mercer helped set my mind at ease about the procedure and was very kind when explaining the process
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July 03, 2023
I always feel comfortable that my children are getting the care they need.
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July 03, 2023
Dr. Mercer takes his time and listens and assures you do not have any questions before he leaves the room.
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June 25, 2023
All good. Thanks!
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June 25, 2023
Margie - she's worked here for years and years and is always easy to communicate with. She is very patient and acknowledges my family at all visits. She is a great employee and is an asset to this office.
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June 06, 2023
They were AMAZING and very sweet! Dr.mercer was very thorough with explaining everything. I would 1000% come back to cook childrens
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June 06, 2023
Dr Mercer and his nurse Nacole!
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May 17, 2023
Best visit we've had in a long time, almost zero waiting and all concerns addressed. Also had to have an x-ray and that process was also quick and stress free
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May 17, 2023
Everyone we encountered was great
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May 16, 2023
We love Dr. Mercer! He takes his time, answers all your questions, and he never rushes you. He devotes as much time needed for you to feel comfortable when you leave.
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April 28, 2023
The visit was overall quick and well coordinated. Every staff member we came into contact with was friendly.
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April 28, 2023
Dr. Mercer was very friendly and explained the procedure to us thoroughly. He adequately addressed any concerns we had.
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April 17, 2023
Dr. Mercer is great and always very helpful
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March 29, 2023
He is very good at addressing any concerns and very informative about treatments. Takes precautions which shows he actually cares about his patients.
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March 25, 2023
First time she went to exam room by herself. She was very comfortable. Dr Mercer is wonderful and very caring. Thank you to everyone in the office.
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March 25, 2023
Bradley Mercer.
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March 20, 2023
The staff just makes the appointment easy for a nervous 2 year old!
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March 20, 2023
Dr. Mercer is so wonderful. We trust him so much.
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March 19, 2023
The gal who usually sits at the far left check-in window with dark hair. I am always greeted by her with a smile. Additionally the medical assistant who took our Initial information was very sweet in the way she interacted with my baby.
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March 19, 2023
Everyone was wonderful, welcoming and efficient. We love Children's!
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March 17, 2023
Great doctor and staff.
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March 17, 2023
Dr. Mercer is always very nice and attentive.
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March 13, 2023
The whole staff at this office is great!
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March 06, 2023
Everyone was great
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March 06, 2023
The doctor was very patient and understanding of my fears and concerns
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February 23, 2023
Our daughter is almost 18. It takes a unique individual to be able to connect and care for a newborn through young adulthood, all while also caring for the parents and ensuring their questions are answered too. He's always made my daughter feel 100% comfortable, heard, and cared for. He never rushes through the appointments and wants to ensure all our questions have been fully addressed before we leave. We are not looking forward to the day when she can no longer receive her medical care from Dr Mercer; he's a true gem!
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February 23, 2023
Dr Brad Mercer
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February 23, 2023
We always have a great experience with the front desk, the nurse that brings us back and the doctor.
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January 31, 2023
Dr. Mercer and his staff are always kind and wonderful to my kids.
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January 20, 2023
Dr Mercer listened to (patient's) problems and concerns in a non judgmental manner . He feels comfortable discussing concerns with Dr Mercer.
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January 20, 2023
We have great respect and regard for Dr Mercer.
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January 19, 2023
Dr Mercer is excellent!
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January 16, 2023
I absolutely love Dr Mercer, I talk about him probably more than I should to people bc I think he's the coolest, chillest doctor. Super easy to talk to and never in a rush. Im always taken seriously and have my concerns addressed
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January 14, 2023
Dr. Mercer was kind and personable. My just under 4 year old was very comfortable with him.
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January 12, 2023
We have seen dr mercer for many years. He is a great physician. I feel very fortunate my kids have him.
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January 03, 2023
Always listens and speaks to (patient) personally. He and his staff are the BEST!
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January 03, 2023
Dr Mercer
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December 06, 2022
Everyone amazing
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December 06, 2022
Dr. Mercer is the best! He is so caring and we trust him so much.
Education
- Medical School:
- University of Texas Medical School at Houston
- Board Certifications:
- American Board of Pediatrics
Affiliations
- American Medical Association, American Academy of Pediatrics,Texas Medical Association,Tarrant County Medical Society,Cook Children's Physician Network
Recognitions
- Texas Monthly Super Doctor
- Mom-Approved Doc 2019
- Best Doctors in America List Living Magazine 2015-2016
- Super Doctors Texas 2016
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