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Dr. Kunal Merchant

Ophthalmology* Age 36
Dr. Kunal Merchant
4.9 (43 Ratings)

Offers telehealth

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Dr. Kunal Merchant is an Ophthalmologist in Elmwood Park, NJ.
Dr. Kunal Merchant
4.9 (43 Ratings)
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Dr. Kunal Merchant

Ophthalmology* Age 36
Elmwood Park, NJ
Accepting new patients
10 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Kunal Merchant is an Ophthalmologist in Elmwood Park, NJ.

About

Dr. Merchant graduated from George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences. Dr. Kunal Merchant is an Ophthalmologist in Elmwood Park, NJ and has 10 years experience. Dr. Merchant currently practices at Eye Care Associates of New Jersey and are affiliated with Valley Hospital. Dr. Merchant has experience treating conditions like Squamous Blepharitis, Hordeolum and Blepharitis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Merchant received an average rating of 4.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 43 times. Dr. Merchant's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Merchant is board certified in Ophthalmology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

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Explains Conditions Well

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Trustworthy

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Friendly Staff

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Easy Scheduling

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Squamous Blepharitis
Hordeolum
Blepharitis
Squamous Blepharitis
Hordeolum
Blepharitis
Stye
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Age-Related Macular Degeneration
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Astigmatism
Benign Neoplasm of Choroid
Benign Neoplasm of Eye
Cataract
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Corneal Diseases
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Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration
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Esotropia
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Herpetic Keratitis
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Keratoconus
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Senile Cataracts
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Tear Duct Disorders
Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Cataract Removal Surgery
Cornea Surgery
Cornea Transplant
Foreign Body Removal from Eye
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Acute Endophthalmitis
Allergic Conjunctivitis
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Black Eye
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Chalazion
Chronic Conjunctivitis
Chronic Endophthalmitis
Congenital Nystagmus
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Contusion of the Eyeball
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Eyeball Contusion
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Macular or Retinal Edema
Malignant Neoplasm of Eye
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Nodular Episcleritis
Nystagmus
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Optic Neuritis
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Purulent Endophthalmitis
Retinal Detachment and Retinal Tear
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Visual Field Defects
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Anterior Vitrectomy
B-Scan Ultrasound
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Descemet's Stripping Automated Endothelial Keratoplasty (DSAEK)
Excision of Chalazion
Excision or Destruction of Lesion of Cornea
Eye Examination
Eye Surgery
Eyelid Surgery
Farnsworth Lantern Test
Glaucoma Surgery
Goniotomy
Iridectomy
Iridotomy
LASIK
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Ocular Prosthetics
Paracentesis of Anterior Eye
Pterygium Surgery
Repair of Retinal Detachment or Retinal Tear
Tear Duct Surgery
Ultrasound, Eye
Vision Screening
Vitrectomy
Vitreoretinal Surgery
YAG Laser Capsulotomy

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    Aetna HMO
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Locations

  1. 1 Eye Care Associates of New Jersey
    1 Broadway Ste 404, Elmwood Park, NJ 07407
    Monday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    10:30 - 19:30
    Thursday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Saturday
    08:30 - 11:00
  2. 2 Office
    65 Harristown Rd Ste 302, Glen Rock, NJ 07452

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Merchant
4.9
Based on 43 Reviews
5 Stars (41)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (0)

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Oct 30, 2024
Dr Merchant and staff are very professional and friendly very happy with the services recommend highly
Maria Figueroa — Oct 30, 2024
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Specialties*
Ophthalmology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences
    2014
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Kunal Merchant. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Merchant's profile.

Dr. Merchant frequently treats the following conditions: Squamous Blepharitis, Hordeolum and Blepharitis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Kunal Merchant is affiliated with Valley Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Kunal Merchant holds board certification in Ophthalmology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Valley Hospital

    223 N Van Dien Ave, Ridgewood, NJ