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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Dr Merchant is knowledgeable and attentive. I was well cared for from start to finish.
Aug-2025
He was good enough to squeeze us in so there was a long wait but he was terrific and very caring.
Aug-2025
Clear, concise thorough
Aug-2025
Happy with the attention of both dr and office.
Aug-2025
Love this office
Aug-2025
Kind, listens and gentle! Perfect!
Aug-2025
Excellent bedside manner!
Aug-2025
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
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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.
Dr Merchant is knowledgeable and attentive. I was well cared for from start to finish.
He was good enough to squeeze us in so there was a long wait but he was terrific and very caring.
Clear, concise thorough
Happy with the attention of both dr and office.
Love this office
Kind, listens and gentle! Perfect!
Excellent bedside manner!
Patient, friendly and professional
The doctor has a wonderful bedside manner
Very attentive and caring. Takes time to answer questions and listen to concerns