
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
Languages
- English
Provider Gender
FemaleAbout Rose Metzger and Banner Safety Practices
Care Philosophy
I use open and informative communication to build and foster the patient-physician relationship. My goal is to make sure each patient leaves with a better understanding of their diagnosis as well as the next best steps of care.
Specializing In
Surgical treatment (including minimally invasive and laparoscopic surgery) for disease processes related to the thyroid, parathyroid and adrenal glands including: thyroid nodules, thyroid cancer, goiter, multinodular goiter, toxic nodule, hyperthyroidism, Graves disease, hereditary thyroid cancer syndromes including Cowden Syndrome, MEN I and II, hyperparathyroidism, high calcium, kidney-related parathyroid disease, adrenal nodules, aldosteronoma, pheochromocytoma, Cushing's disease, and adrenal cancer.
Additional non-surgical procedures including: ultrasound of the neck to evaluate for thyroid, parathyroid, and lymph node abnormalities, ultrasound-guided fine needle aspiration biopsy, and laryngoscopy.
Interests & Activities
Outside of the office I enjoy hiking and road-biking. I grew up playing the cello and continue to appreciate music in almost all forms. In addition to cooking and searching for mid-century modern treasures, I've recently taken up letterpress printing as a hobby.
Hospital Affiliations
Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Endocrine Surgery, 2012
- Residency: UVA Health Medical Center, General Surgery, 2011
- Medical School: University of Wisconsin School of Medicine & Public Health, 2004
Board Certifications
- Surgery (General Surgery): American Board of Surgery, 2024
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Locations
- Banner - University Medicine Diabetes and Endocrinology Institute
- 1441 North 12th Street, Floor 2, Phoenix, AZ 85006
- phone: 602-521-5969
- fax: 602-521-5747
Testimonials
4.9 out of 5.0
675 ratingsAll patient experience ratings and testimonials are submitted by actual patients and verified by a leading independent customer experience company. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/12/2025
Very nice doctor, GREAT bed side manner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/10/2025
Dr Metzger is a very good listener and answers questions in a way that is easy to understand. She helps you make decisions about your treatment by giving you options.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/7/2025
Great focus on patient care. Explained everything that was going to take place. She was great and very professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/6/2025
Dr Metzger reviewed my medical history, asked questions, and ordered further tests to pinpoint a diagnosis and treatment options. She was also teaching 2 medical students. Dr. Metzger answered all of my questions, I did not feel rushed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/19/2025
From my initial appointment with Dr. Metzger, to my post- surgery follow up, I have consistently felt like she cares about me as a patient. I feel as though she went above and beyond to ensure I was at ease and fully understanding of what to expect with each step of the thyroid surgery process.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/10/2025
She listened to everything we said. She got us on her surgery schedule in the time frame that we needed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/20/2025
She listened to my concerns. Did a great job explaining what the best treatment plan was.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/19/2025
She is one of the best surgeons, kind, compassionate and straightforward!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2025
I was well informed and felt well cared for.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/28/2025
Very good at explaining my situation and very credible discussion.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/18/2025
She seems very knowledgeable and professional and had my comfort in mind
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/9/2025
Dr. Metzger is a caring genuine doctor. She is never in a hurry and takes time to explain the medical condition and procedures. She inspires trust and I feel very comfortable with her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2025
She listened, has good plans.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/18/2025
She is excellent!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/14/2025
She's amazing!!! She spent the time that I needed. I never felt rushed. She genuinely listened to what I had to say and made me feel a part of the decisions. She answered all my questions. She's efficient and incredibly knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2025
Knowledgeable-patient - informative
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/3/2025
Attentive and Concerned
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/30/2025
She was excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/20/2025
Her Grace in updating my surgery needs. I gain confidence in her surgery abilities.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/13/2025
She explains things so I understand them. She listens to my concerns and answers all my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/12/2025
She is a wonderful doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/10/2025
Dr. Metzger is outstanding.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/3/2025
Very Professional and kind person.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/29/2025
She was knowledgeable and listened to my questions and concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2025
Amazing bedside manner. Provided thorough explanations and made me feel at ease with the diagnosis and surgery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/23/2025
She listens to her patients and answered all of my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/20/2025
She did an excellent job.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/10/2025
She is an exceptional and gifted doctor. She cured me of my cancer with very minimal recovery issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/5/2025
Knowledgeable and takes time to answer any questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/1/2025
She will treat you like a family
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/31/2025
Dr. Metzger has a great bedside manner. Very professional but relaxed and comforting. She answered all my questions and joked around and made me feel less nervous before my surgery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/9/2025
She has warmth and is detailed
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/5/2025
She was so careful with her explanations and her descriptions of what she saw with my problem. She was incredibly thorough and left me feeling like we're definitely heading in the right direction. She also listened thoroughly to the answers I had for her questions as well as the questions I had for her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/4/2025
She was thorough, knowledgeable, and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/1/2025
She was amazing. Smart, courteous, compassionate and an excellent surgeon.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/30/2025
Was highly recommended and appeared experienced and knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/21/2025
Gave me answers that other doctors couldn't. Answers were spot on, and there for me. Other doctors in the past gave no answers.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/20/2025
She is very professional and a very caring doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/20/2025
She listened and explained the situation to me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/14/2025
She takes her time and is very thorough
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/1/2025
Dr. Rose Metzger it's a professional very knowledgeable and explains everything full details to you even if you have questions I will recommend her to anyone who has thyroid issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/27/2025
Very pleasant, knowledgeable, listen to my concerns, addressed all my issues, couldn't have asked for a better experience with the doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/27/2025
She was very thorough and took the time to explain my issue and choices.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/31/2025
She is excellent in all facets of her treatment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/20/2025
So confident and professional!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/29/2024
Dr. Metzger is an excellent surgeon with the communication skills and demeanor to inform patients, answer questions, and explain details. I would highly recommend her. We need more doctors like her in all areas of specialty.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/23/2024
She's thorough, professional, kind, prompt, and she makes sure that the patient understands the surgery about to be performed. She also has a sense of humor. She's a great listener!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/19/2024
She was very professional, knowledgeable, and explained everything to my understanding.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/12/2024
Dr Metzger was very knowledgeable and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/5/2024
Dr. Metzger is excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/11/2024
Excellent surgeon, very skilled!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/31/2024
She was very nice and she clarified all my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/29/2024
Dr. Metzger is very knowledgeable in her respective field. She takes the time to explain all the pros and cons when it comes to your procedure.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/25/2024
Excellent communication skills. She was also very attentive and showed a genuine concern for my questions. She was direct in her answers and showed the utmost confidence in her answers. Although there is always much medical jargon in lab reports, she was able to clearly explain to me what the results meant. Although I had several moments for me to process the information quietly in my head, I never felt rushed as she allowed me to process and ask more questions. It was a true interaction between patient and doctor and not just the doctor being completely in charge of the discussion.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/20/2024
Dr. Metzger is direct, thorough, thoughtful and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/18/2024
Dr. Metzger is very knowledgeable an explains all the options. Dr Metzger also displayed professionalism and kindness.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/17/2024
Dr Metzger took the time to answer all my questions and explained thoroughly the forthcoming procedure.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/26/2024
Extremely knowledgeable and took the time for me to understand. Dr. Metzger is easy-going but at the same time very professional. I appreciated her talking with me not AT me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/23/2024
She is an excellent doctor, and a caring person
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2024
I believe that she is an outstanding physician, who listens to her patients and gives excellent advice.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2024
Dr Metzger was very thorough and explained all aspects very well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/31/2024
She is a wonderful and caring doctor, she was very professional and helpful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/25/2024
She's professional, direct, compassionate and thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/22/2024
I love Dr. Metzger! She is so kind and really knows what she is talking about! I have only had 2 appointments with her but the way she treats me, it feels like I have known her for years!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/22/2024
She is personal, educated and articulate. Answered all my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/18/2024
She's so thorough. You can sense that she cares about her patients. The surgery went well. There was very little discomfort and the incision site is almost undetectable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/18/2024
Outstanding doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/10/2024
Dr. Metzger is a caring and compassionate person that also takes the time to ensure you understand the situation in easy to understand terms. She doesn't rush you or make you feel like any question is off limits. She also balances being direct with keeping a subject light to prevent overreaction. If you want amazing care from an incredible surgeon while feeling you will have the best outcome possible, Dr. Metzger should be at the top of your list.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/8/2024
Dr Metzger MD addressed my all my issues. I am now doing better than I ever thought. She came highly recommended and I can see why.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2024
She was absolutely amazing and really took the steps to effectively take care of me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2024
Knowledgeable, thorough, understanding doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/4/2024
Dr. Metzger is the nicest and most thorough doctor I have ever had!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/2/2024
She was so easy to talk to and explained everything up front.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2024
She had a nice bedside manner, she was very nice an patient
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2024
She was a very kind and professional doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/27/2024
Friendly, knowledgeable, informative, addressed all my concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/25/2024
Dr. Metzger was very professional, answered all my questions and provided logical steps for follow up.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/18/2024
She is very competent and caring!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/16/2024
She is knowledgeable in her field and made the explanation very clear and easy to understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2024
Dr. Metzger is efficient in communicating, making arrangements, and treating her patients. I trusted her from our first meeting through the surgery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/12/2024
She is very precise in providing all the information needed to prepare for surgery. Also she not only told me the risks and all, she showed exactly what would be done the time it would take for recovery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/12/2024
She was kind, thorough and professional. Asked questions and I felt she had my best interest at hand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/11/2024
She was wonderful. Explained my situation and what needs to be done. I was very relaxed
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/6/2024
She is very professional she cares for her patients
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/5/2024
Doctor was so friendly and gave me detailed information about my condition and upcoming procedure
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/5/2024
She took the time to explain everything to me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/28/2024
Dr. Metzger was kind, informative, and I was so impressed with her training and knowledge. I immediately felt confident in her ability.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/28/2024
She completely explained everything and made sure that I understood everything that would be done and possible outcomes.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/27/2024
Dr. Metzger was wonderful. She was very attentive to my questions and she did a great job on my procedure! Thank you Dr. Metzger!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2024
She did a wonderful job.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/25/2024
Her service was excellent, she spent the necessary time to explain everything in a very easy to understand format.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/24/2024
Doctor Metzger is totally prepared when you first meet with her. She has studied your file and knows what to discuss. It is obvious that she is very intelligent. At he same time, she is very personable and easy to talk with.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/24/2024
Professional and personable. She took the time needed for my procedure and to answer questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/24/2024
Doctor listened to me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/11/2024
She is amazing. She did amazing job on my surgery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/10/2024
Dr. Metzger takes her time with you, she listens, very thorough when reviewing your medical records. Transparent when delivering her assessment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/4/2024
She is a 10.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/3/2024
She's very good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/25/2024
Dr Metzger is a fantastic doctor really cares about how you feel