Dr. Jennifer Merritt, MD
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Dr. Jennifer Merritt, MD
Ophthalmology
Dr. Jennifer Merritt, MD is an ophthalmologist in Little River, SC and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Medical University of South Carolina in 2001. She is affiliated with medical facilities Grand Strand Medical Center and McLeod Loris Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
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Coastal Eye Group - Little River, SC
At a Glance
- Area of Expertise • Dr. Merritt specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. See board certifications
- Explains Conditions Well • Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
- Offers Telehealth • This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
- Practices at Top Hospital • Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Merritt's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Merritt
4.8
| 5 Star | 91% | 91% |
| 4 Star | 4% | 4% |
| 3 Star | 0% | 0% |
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| 1 Star | 5% | 5% |
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About Me
care philosophy
At Coastal Eye Group, Dr. Merritt practices general ophthalmology and oculoplastic care, including BOTOX treatments and cosmetic eyelid surgery, in our Little River officbiography
Jennifer H. Merritt, M.D. is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and American Academy of Ophthalmology.\n\nDr. Merritt received her Bachelor of Science with honors, cum laude, from Furman University. She completed her Doctor of Medicine...read moreOphthalmology
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Med University Sc College Of Med, General Surgery
Residency HospitalMedical University Of South Carolina
Medical School, 2001
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Learn more about medical license public record checkAffiliated Hospitals
- Recipient of 6
hospital awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all awardsOutstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
86%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home2% higher than the national average
80%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well5% higher than the national average
- Recipient of 48
hospital awardsAmerica's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all awardsAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
82%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home2% lower than the national average
75%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well1% lower than the national average
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