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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Thorough and thoughtful
(3 days ago)
May-2026
Excellent physician
(6 days ago)
May-2026
Dr Merchant is a wonderful dr who truly cares about his patients. Knowledgeable and really took the time to listen to me today in regards to my questions and concerns.
In addition, office is very clean and run very well by a competent staff.
Highly recommend Dr Merchant along with this practice..
(1 week ago)
May-2026
Very sincere and professional.
(1 week ago)
May-2026
I am pleased with him very professional
(1 week ago)
May-2026
Best
(2 weeks ago)
May-2026
Very pleasant and took his time as did the whole staff. Made me feel well cared for and in the best place for my eyes.
(3 weeks ago)
May-2026
The office staff at the front desk and in the pre dr. visit are the best caring and courteous Dr.Merchant readily answers my concerns and questions I am grateful that my eye problems have been improved immensely
(3 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
Exellent
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
Great experience . Highly recommend Dr Merchant .
Thank you so much .
(1 month ago)
Apr-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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Thorough and thoughtful
Excellent physician
Dr Merchant is a wonderful dr who truly cares about his patients. Knowledgeable and really took the time to listen to me today in regards to my questions and concerns. In addition, office is very clean and run very well by a competent staff. Highly recommend Dr Merchant along with this practice..
Very sincere and professional.
I am pleased with him very professional
Best
Very pleasant and took his time as did the whole staff. Made me feel well cared for and in the best place for my eyes.
The office staff at the front desk and in the pre dr. visit are the best caring and courteous Dr.Merchant readily answers my concerns and questions I am grateful that my eye problems have been improved immensely
Exellent
Great experience . Highly recommend Dr Merchant . Thank you so much .