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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Very happy with the care and professionalism!
(2 days ago)
Jul-2026
Dr Merchant is the best!! He put my mind at ease before my appointments, during surgery and my follow up visits.
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
Dr. Merchant, as always was a caring doctor who is always helpful and understanding. Always a pleasant visit.
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
Knowledgeable and thorough. Listened and cared.
(2 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
He’s fantastic!
(2 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
Excellent eye Dr.
(2 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
Dr Merchant is the best eye doctor I ever had. He is very thorough and explains every procedure in detail. I highly recommend him.
(2 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
Both professional and proactive. Made me feel very comfortable and has showed concern with his Care.
(3 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
Personable and professional
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
Just a great man. Really cares. A great doctor too
(1 month 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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Very happy with the care and professionalism!
Dr Merchant is the best!! He put my mind at ease before my appointments, during surgery and my follow up visits.
Dr. Merchant, as always was a caring doctor who is always helpful and understanding. Always a pleasant visit.
Knowledgeable and thorough. Listened and cared.
He’s fantastic!
Excellent eye Dr.
Dr Merchant is the best eye doctor I ever had. He is very thorough and explains every procedure in detail. I highly recommend him.
Both professional and proactive. Made me feel very comfortable and has showed concern with his Care.
Personable and professional
Just a great man. Really cares. A great doctor too