Merna Khilla, OD

Bio

Merna Khilla, OD, is an optometrist who earned her undergraduate degree from MCPHS University, setting the foundation for a career spent helping people see their best. Next came Dr. Khilla's Doctor of Optometry at New England College of Optometry, where she received rigorous training in both the theory and practice of eye care. Dr. Khilla then completed an internship at Omni Eye, Dimock Community Health Center, VA Hospital, Lowell, gaining hands-on experience with real patients in a clinical setting. That background gives patients every reason to feel confident they are in good, experienced hands.

Specializing in Glaucoma and Primary Eye Care is what sets Dr. Khilla apart, and patients notice that depth of knowledge right from the start. The way glaucoma works is that it gradually puts pressure on the optic nerve, and since it rarely causes pain in the early stages, Dr. Khilla prioritizes thorough screenings to catch it as soon as possible. Dr. Khilla enjoys working with younger patients and makes sure that every visit feels as comfortable and stress-free as possible for kids and their families. In addition to those specialties, Dr. Khilla works with patients who need help with Myopia Management, and Pediatric Eye Care as well.

Membership in the New Jersey Society of Optometric Physicians and the Myopia Collective is something Dr. Khilla values, as it keeps Dr. Khilla current with the standards and advances in the field. Spending time with family is important to Dr. Khilla, and that sense of care extends into how she treats every patient who comes through the door. You can find Dr. Khilla at Westwood Ophthalmology Associates, where the focus is on providing thorough care in a welcoming setting. New and returning patients alike are always welcome, and Dr. Khilla is glad to be part of your eye health journey.