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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A caring Dr who communicates and listens well. Nice front desk and nursing staff as well
May-2025
Dr. Merchant is very knowledgeable and shows great concern and care for his patients.
May-2025
Doctor is great - just the wait time. I waited 30min to be called in for appointment.
May-2025
Ea muy professional
May-2025
Very professional thank u!!!
Apr-2025
The Best
Apr-2025
Caring, gentle and understanding of your needs.
Apr-2025
Dr. Merchant is a very excellent Dr.! Amazing, smart and a wonderful demeanor. He has very efficiently and effectively helped me with my eye issue and I would a thousand percent recommend him to everyone I know!!!
Apr-2025
Dr Merchant and the staff were detailed and professional as always!!
Apr-2025
Fabulous doctor. Communicates very clearly.
Apr-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.
A caring Dr who communicates and listens well. Nice front desk and nursing staff as well
Dr. Merchant is very knowledgeable and shows great concern and care for his patients.
Doctor is great - just the wait time. I waited 30min to be called in for appointment.
Ea muy professional
Very professional thank u!!!
The Best
Caring, gentle and understanding of your needs.
Dr. Merchant is a very excellent Dr.! Amazing, smart and a wonderful demeanor. He has very efficiently and effectively helped me with my eye issue and I would a thousand percent recommend him to everyone I know!!!
Dr Merchant and the staff were detailed and professional as always!!
Fabulous doctor. Communicates very clearly.