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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Patient, friendly and professional
Aug-2025
The doctor has a wonderful bedside manner
Aug-2025
Very attentive and caring. Takes time to answer questions and listen to concerns
Jul-2025
Dr. Merchant is a complete physician from top to bottom. Not only does he make you feel confident and comfortable under his care but his pleasant and friendly manner makes it a pleasure to be in his company. Not only at the very top in his field but also at the top in his professional and courteous manner. Among the best doctors I’ve ever had the pleasure to care for me
Jul-2025
The best eye doctor I’ve ever been to. Very knowledgeable of my condition. So happy that I had him evaluate my condition.
Jul-2025
I felt after many years of seeing a different ophthalmologist that I finally found someone that was honest and caring
Jul-2025
Knowledgeable and understanding
Jul-2025
Dr Merchant and staff are efficient and professional
Jul-2025
Dr Merchant has done well for me. I have had viruses affecting my left eye and he has been great.
Highly recommend him
Jul-2025
He’s the best. I felt so at ease with him doing my surgery. Didn’t hurt me one bid and my vision’s amazing.
Jul-2025
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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.
Patient, friendly and professional
The doctor has a wonderful bedside manner
Very attentive and caring. Takes time to answer questions and listen to concerns
Dr. Merchant is a complete physician from top to bottom. Not only does he make you feel confident and comfortable under his care but his pleasant and friendly manner makes it a pleasure to be in his company. Not only at the very top in his field but also at the top in his professional and courteous manner. Among the best doctors I’ve ever had the pleasure to care for me
The best eye doctor I’ve ever been to. Very knowledgeable of my condition. So happy that I had him evaluate my condition.
I felt after many years of seeing a different ophthalmologist that I finally found someone that was honest and caring
Knowledgeable and understanding
Dr Merchant and staff are efficient and professional
Dr Merchant has done well for me. I have had viruses affecting my left eye and he has been great. Highly recommend him
He’s the best. I felt so at ease with him doing my surgery. Didn’t hurt me one bid and my vision’s amazing.