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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Great doctor
Listens , takes his time , and always seems concerned with my situation
Highly recommend Dr Merchant
(2 days ago)
Apr-2026
Very nice eye doctor
(4 days ago)
Apr-2026
Very understanding and patient while answering my questions and settling my fears!
(4 days ago)
Apr-2026
Very professional and thorough
(5 days ago)
Apr-2026
Exceptional service
(5 days ago)
Apr-2026
Treat you like family
(1 week ago)
Apr-2026
He makes you feel relaxed and able yo talk to him
(1 week ago)
Apr-2026
Very skilled and friendly Doctor 👍🏼
(1 week ago)
Apr-2026
Dr Merchant is really focused on solving the patients issue.
However- office management is not the practices strong suit.
(1 week ago)
Mar-2026
Very kind and patient dr,takes time to listen and addresses concerns! Highly recommend
(1 week ago)
Mar-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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Great doctor Listens , takes his time , and always seems concerned with my situation Highly recommend Dr Merchant
Very nice eye doctor
Very understanding and patient while answering my questions and settling my fears!
Very professional and thorough
Exceptional service
Treat you like family
He makes you feel relaxed and able yo talk to him
Very skilled and friendly Doctor 👍🏼
Dr Merchant is really focused on solving the patients issue. However- office management is not the practices strong suit.
Very kind and patient dr,takes time to listen and addresses concerns! Highly recommend