James Merryman, DO

James (Jim) R. Merryman, DO Pronunciation Guide

Family Medicine
4.9of 5 | (738) | View Reviews
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Accepting new patients ARC Four Points Ages seen: 18 - 99 Joined ARC: 1988

About James (Jim) R. Merryman, DO

  • Dr. Merryman has relocated to ARC Four Points on Monday, March 2, 2026. His last day seeing patients at ARC Quarry Lake was Wednesday, February 25, 2026. Please see below for physicians and advanced practice clinicians (APCs) he recommends to patients wanting to transfer or establish care at ARC. Read letter.

    Family Medicine

    Internal Medicine


    Dr. Merryman has been married for 50 years and has four adult children and five grandchildren. In his free time, he enjoys fly fishing, landscaping, hiking, and traveling in Europe. Dr. Merryman is also active in his local church.

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My goal is to promote my patient’s involvement in their own health with an emphasis on preventive medicine. I strive to guide my patients into a healthier lifestyle, and help them manage their illness by directing specialty referrals when necessary.

Services

Annual Physical Exam

Annual Physical Exam

An annual wellness exam helps you touch base with your ARC physician or advanced practice clinician (APC), address health issues, and talk about preventative measures for you.

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Breast Exams

Breast Exams

Breast exams are check-ups, mammograms, and other types of screenings that look for for changes or problems in the breast tissue.

Chronic Care Management

Chronic Care Management

Chronic healthcare management includes care for patients with high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, and other chronic health conditions.

Diabetic Retinopathy Screenings

Diabetic Retinopathy Screenings

Austin Regional Clinic offers annual diabetic retinopathy screenings to our patients with diabetes. Screening is easy, takes less than five minutes to complete, and does not require any pupil dilatation or eye protection.

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Flu Shots

Flu Shots

A flu vaccine can help prevent flu-related visits each year. CDC recommends everyone 6 months and older get vaccinated every flu season.

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Immunizations

Immunizations

Immunizations help provide immunity to children and adults before they are exposed to potentially harmful diseases like hepatitis B, measles, mumps, polio, and more.

Medicare Wellness

Medicare Wellness

Medicare Wellness visits are an annual benefit provided to patients with a Medicare, Medicare Advantage, or Medicare Supplement insurance plan. These visits include a review of your health, medications, health history, and more. 

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Minor Procedures

Minor Procedures

ARC Family Medicine doctors can perform in-clinic minor procedures.

Musculoskeletal Care

Musculoskeletal Care

ARC Family Medicine doctors and advanced practice clinicians (APCs) can provide care, treatment, or referrals to address musculoskeletal issues that cause you pain and discomfort.

Pap Smear

Pap Smear

Annual pap tests are used to screen for cervical cancer.

Prostate Screenings

Prostate Screenings

Prostate screenings help detect early signs of prostate cancer.

Telemedicine Visits

Telemedicine Visits

ARC offers telemedicine visits for primary and specialty care. ARC doctors and advanced practice clinicians (APCs) can quickly evaluate you for a new health issue or follow up with you via a phone call or video visit from the comfort of your home.

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Locations & Hours

Credentials

  • Board Certifications
    Board Certified in Family Medicine
  • Residency
    The University of Texas Southwestern Methodist Hospital of Dallas, TX, 1988
  • Medical School
    Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine, Fort Worth, TX, 1985
  • Education
    BS in Pharmacy, The University of Texas at Austin, 1977
  • Professional Positions
    • Member, Travis County Medical Society
    • Past President, ARC Executive Board
    • Past Chief of ARC Family Medicine
  • Awards & Honors
    • Texas Monthly Super Doctor, 2007, 2019, 2020

Patient Reviews

OVERALL PROVIDER RATING

Rating based on "Did the healthcare provider or doctor provide the care you expected?"

4.9out of 5
  • March 3, 2026

    I LOVE Dr. Merryman! He is so supportive and genuinely cares. He went through my full medical history with me and medications even though he’s seen me before. He talks to me about lowering my stress and self-care.

  • March 2, 2026

    I feel very fortunate that Dr. James Merryman is my primary physician. Very helpful in guiding me to healthy choices, and provides great and relevant advice.

  • February 26, 2026

    The doctor was excellent, he was friendly and thorough and I left confident that I was in great health and completely understood. I would highly recommend him to anyone

  • February 25, 2026

    He LISTENS to me and takes in account what I say BEFORE giving me advance. I couldn’t wait to see him to SHARE my updated accomplishments. And him saying that he was “IMPRESSED” made my day. He doesn’t judge or overly push meds as a solution and I like that. He saw that I had worked hard to follow his advice from our last visit. He’s A GREAT DOCTOR!!

  • February 25, 2026

    Fantastic care as always!

  • February 24, 2026

    Go in not feeling good, go out with a plan to fix it. Works every time.

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