Dr. Kunal Merchant, M.D. is an ophthalmologist who specializes in refractive, cataract, and corneal surgery. Dr. Merchant attended George Washington University, where he completed both his undergraduate and medical degrees. Following medical school, he interned at Lankenau Medical Center in Philadelphia, PA, before returning to George Washington University to complete his residency in ophthalmology. During his final year in residency, Dr. Merchant was awarded the honor of chief resident.
Dr. Kunal Merchant, M.D. is an ophthalmologist who specializes in refractive, cataract, and corneal surgery. Dr. Merchant attended George Washington University, where he completed both his undergraduate and medical degrees. Following medical school, he interned at Lankenau Medical Center in Philadelphia, PA, before returning to George Washington University to complete his residency in ophthalmology. During his final year in residency, Dr. Merchant was awarded the honor of chief resident.
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Personable and professional
(4 days ago)
Jun-2026
Just a great man. Really cares. A great doctor too
(5 days ago)
Jun-2026
Seemed rushed although very knowledgeable.
(1 week ago)
Jun-2026
Excellent
(1 week ago)
Jun-2026
Treats you with respect and carefully listens to your issues.
(2 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
Dr merchant is very professional and also made me feel comfortable and at ease.
(2 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
Great doctor.
(2 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
So helpful and professional!
(2 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
So great took the time to explain my situation to me and helped me get the correct drops! I told my mom she’s coming to dr Merchant for her eyes !
Dr Merchant is the best eye doctor and I trust him to take care of me and my family!😊
(3 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
Excellent
(3 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
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Eye Care Associates of New Jersey
65 Harristown Road Heritage Plaza II Suite #302 Glen Rock, NJ 07452
Dr. Kunal Merchant, M.D. is an ophthalmologist who specializes in refractive, cataract, and corneal surgery. Dr. Merchant attended George Washington University, where he completed both his undergraduate and medical degrees. Following medical school, he interned at Lankenau Medical Center in Philadelphia, PA, before returning to George Washington University to complete his residency in ophthalmology. During his final year in residency, Dr. Merchant was awarded the honor of chief resident.
After residency, Dr. Merchant moved to Boston, where he completed a cornea fellowship at Harvard Medical School Department of Ophthalmology. He has published numerous articles throughout his career and is very well versed in evidence-based medicine. Dr. Merchant is an active member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgery.
Dr. Merchant has trained extensively in refractive, laser cataract, and glaucoma laser surgery. His goal in practice is to treat all of his patients like family and to offer the highest level of care.
When out of the office, Dr. Merchant thoroughly enjoys organizing medical mission trips that afford him the opportunity to provide surgical and medical ophthalmology treatment to communities in undeveloped areas around the world including Haiti, Ecuador, India, and Russia.
Dr. Merchant was born and raised in New Jersey and thrilled to be a part of the Eye Care Associates of New Jersey family. He is an avid sports fan and enjoys playing tennis, basketball, and golf. Kunal loves cooking with his wife, Ariana, and they both are extremely happy to be surrounded by friends and family in New Jersey.
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Personable and professional
Just a great man. Really cares. A great doctor too
Seemed rushed although very knowledgeable.
Excellent
Treats you with respect and carefully listens to your issues.
Dr merchant is very professional and also made me feel comfortable and at ease.
Great doctor.
So helpful and professional!
So great took the time to explain my situation to me and helped me get the correct drops! I told my mom she’s coming to dr Merchant for her eyes ! Dr Merchant is the best eye doctor and I trust him to take care of me and my family!😊
Excellent