Vision & Eyecare News
Observe the latest news on all aspects of vision and eyecare, including leading technology, nutrition, treatment of common disorders, laser surgery, industry changes and innovations. Find news geared toward optometrists, ophthalmologists and opticians as well as patients and industry professionals.
Oculoplastic Consultants of the Carolinas Joins Wilmington Eye
Two locally owned practices join forces to expand access to highly-specialized vision procedures to the community. - January 06, 2021 - Wilmington Eye
Ola Means Alive Releases Multiple Lines of Sporty, Elegant and Sustainable Sunglasses
Ola Means Alive released two new lines of sustainably manufactured sunglasses with 7 layers of protection from UVA and UVB. Ola Means Alive has also committed to donating a portion of every sale to ocean cleanup and conservation. To purchase Ola Means Alive sunglasses, or for more information about these amazing new products, go to OlaMeansAlive.com. - December 15, 2020 - Ola Means Alive
Elite Medicare Specialists to Change the Health Insurance Enrollment Landscape
On November 30th, 2020 Elite Medicare Specialists will host the 1st ever Call-A-Thon for Medicare annual election period in central Virginia. Local licensed agents will be ready to take last minute calls from Medicare’s beneficiaries who have not yet reviewed their plan options for 2021. In breaking from the norms of in-home appointments, these local agents still provide a personal touch. - November 24, 2020 - Elite Medicare Specialists
Dr. Taylor Bladh to Join Total Vision
Total Vision announces the addition of Dr. Taylor Bladh to its network of optometrists. Dr. Bladh brings more than 35 years of experience operating his private practice in Diamond Bar, California. - November 18, 2020 - Total Vision
Total Vision Partners with Foothill Optometric Group
Total Vision announces their newest partnership with Dr. Liu, Dr. Longacre and Dr. Yang of Foothill Optometric Group in Pleasanton, CA. - October 21, 2020 - Total Vision
Wilmington Eye Breaks Ground on New Surgery Center
Locally owned medical practice breaks ground on new surgery center aimed at reducing healthcare costs for patients. - August 07, 2020 - Wilmington Eye
NuSight Medical Establishes Medical Advisory Board
NuSight Medical announced today the formation of a Medical Advisory Board, with leading experts in research, education and clinical management of dry eye and ocular surface disease. - August 04, 2020 - NuSight Medical
Presenting: #DylanStrong
A Charity Sale of Custom Eye Patches Supporting Dylan Schwartz and the Children’s Eye Foundation - August 01, 2020 - #DylanStrong
COVID Health & Safety Protections at D’Ambrosio Eye Care Offices
“We were starting to understand the need to not only use our stringent cleaning and disinfecting protocols along with social distancing, but we were still concerned about airborne particles and the potential risk of infection,” shared Dr. D’Ambrosio, Jr. of D'Ambrosio Eye Care. - July 27, 2020 - D'Ambrosio Eye Care
Novel Platforms in Ocular Drug Delivery Workshop
SMi reports: Dr. Thakur Raghu Raj Singh from Queen’s University Belfast will lead the post conference workshop on Wednesday, November 25, 2020. - July 20, 2020 - SAE Media Group
Wilmington Eye Celebrates Grand Opening of New Scotts Hill Facility
Locally owned medical practice opens new facility amidst pandemic to respond to growing need for affordable vision care and specialty services. - July 01, 2020 - Wilmington Eye
Nealberg Launches Consulting Services for Florida Professional Organizations Transitioning to an Online Format During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Virtual meetings have been around for more than a decade. Nealberg notes that many professional organizations have waited until the current pandemic to transition from an in person format to online events. Some have difficulties achieving that goal mostly because of economical and regulatory considerations. - June 29, 2020 - Nealberg Consulting Group
Optical Training Institute's Optician Education Grant Extends Support to Eyecare Professionals
Offering hope to eyecare professionals seeking certification during the global pandemic. - June 07, 2020 - Optical Training Institute
Glaukos Engages MESH Interactive for Revitalization of LASIK Site
With in-person sales and marketing efforts on hold, businesses need to make it easy for customers to find what they need through well-designed microsites. - June 03, 2020 - MESH Interactive Agency
Zeteo Biomedical Introduces ZEOx1 AquilaMD™ Ophthalmic Drug Delivery System
Zeteo’s patient-centric ophthalmic delivery systems are designed for precise, self-administration of preservative free drugs and biopharmaceuticals. - June 01, 2020 - Zeteo Biomedical LLC
Experimentica Ltd. Announces the Successful Acquisition of the Ophthalmic Contract Research Division from Ophthy-DS, Inc.
Experimentica Ltd., a leader in preclinical ophthalmic drug discovery services, announces the successful acquisition of the contract research division from Ophthy-DS, Inc., a Michigan-based preclinical contract research organization (CRO) specializing in non-regulated drug discovery services and medical device testing for ophthalmic indications. - May 22, 2020 - Experimentica Ltd
Proudly Announcing New eBook Titled, "My 45 Years of Living With Double Vision"
Sharing news about new release of ebook titled, "My 45 years of Living With Double Vision" written by a patient for a patient. - May 21, 2020 - Booktoots' Healing
New Treatment Shows Vision Benefit in Age Related Macular Degeneration
MD Stem Cells reports results for Dry AMD from their clinical study SCOTS - the Stem Cell Ophthalmology Treatment Study. 63% of treated and evaluated eyes achieved improvement in vision while an additional 34% had vision remain stable in follow up. No complications occurred. Results were statistically significant. - April 18, 2020 - MD Stem Cells
Aciont's Paper, "Transscleral Iontophoresis for Noninvasive Ocular Drug Delivery of Macromolecules" Published in JOPT
Aciont Inc. announced today that results from preclinical studies of its Visulex-I technology is published online ahead of print in the Journal of Ocular Pharmacology and Therapeutics under the title “Transscleral Iontophoresis for Noninvasive Ocular Drug Delivery of... - April 18, 2020 - Aciont Inc.
Temos and International Assistance Group Launch Cooperation
Working together to expand access to high-quality healthcare services for travelers. - April 17, 2020 - Temos International GmbH
100%® Gives Back to Those on the Front Lines
Sport performance eyewear company donates personal protection equipment (PPE) and a portion of all online sales proceeds to CDC Foundation and to those fighting COVID-19. 100%®, the San Diego-based sports performance company, has announced today that they sent a shipment of performance... - April 03, 2020 - 100%
A Conference That Delivers How to Prepare Yourself and Your Practice for Succession
Cleinman Performance Partners, the nation's leading Optometry business development consultancy for larger practices, has announced that its highly successful Practice Transitions Conference will be held in Charlotte, Philadelphia and Minneapolis during 2020. This one-day event provides guidance to... - February 26, 2020 - Cleinman Performance Partners
Learn How to Leave Vision Plans Behind and Stay Profitable
Cleinman Performance Partners (CPP), the nation's leading Optometry business development consultancy for larger practices, has announced that its highly successful conference, “Exiting Vision Plans…Profitably” will be held on two upcoming dates. The event provides guidance for... - February 19, 2020 - Cleinman Performance Partners
Dr. Fulton - Providing a High-Quality of Care for His Patients for Over 20 Years -Simpatra.Health
Dr. Fulton is dedicated to providing all of his patients with a superb level of care. - February 10, 2020 - Simpatra
Ophthalmics, Inc. is Now a Direct Distributor for BVI (Beaver-Visitec International)
Ophthalmics, Inc., a leading wholesale supplier of eye care supplies for ophthalmic and optometric practices, is now a direct distributor for BVI. Customers are encouraged to visit Ophthalmics, Inc.’s website at www.shophthalmics.com to find BVI’s line of industry leading punctum plugs... - February 03, 2020 - Ophthalmics, Inc.
New Assistive Technology Lab at The Carroll Center for the Blind Empowers Individuals with Visual Impairments
Access to assistive technology creates life-changing opportunities and possibilities for people with disabilities, whether at school, work, home or in the community. With hundreds of assistive devices on the market, a newly created device lab will showcase options for people of all ages dealing with vision loss. - January 29, 2020 - The Carroll Center for the Blind
Eyewear Direct Signs UK Distribution Agreement with Italian Eyewear Brand Rédélé
Rédélé and Eyewear Direct have signed a distribution agreement to introduce the Rédélé optical frames and sunglasses to the United Kingdom. The Rédélé collection features 32 new and exclusive styles divided between prescription glasses and sunglasses. Masculine and feminine, luxury and street style, the Rédélé collection distinguishes itself by its passion for the craftsmanship of superior eyewear. - January 02, 2020 - Eyewear Direct (Europe) Ltd.
New World Medical Named Among the Inland Empire Top Workplaces
New World Medical, a global medical company focused on glaucoma treatment, has been listed in the Inland Empire Top Workplaces 2019 organized by Inland News Group. The Top Workplaces list is based on an anonymous survey administered by the Energage platform, which measures several aspects of... - December 09, 2019 - New World Medical
Ophthalmics, Inc. Celebrates 1 Year Anniversary
Ophthalmics, Inc., a leading wholesale supplier of eye care supplies for ophthalmic and optometric practices, is proud to announce that they are celebrating their 1-year anniversary. Customers are encouraged to visit Ophthalmics, Inc.’s website at www.shophthalmics.com to see why they are... - December 09, 2019 - Ophthalmics, Inc.
Vision Direct Offers Discounts for Black Friday & Cyber Monday 2019
Vision Direct is offering huge discounts on designer eyewear this Black Friday. The offer allows people to save up to 70% on selected frames and get 12% off site-wide on all eyewear products. The offer continues all weekend into Cyber Monday with additional offers the following week, such as 50%... - November 29, 2019 - Vision Direct
SmartBuyGlasses to Launch a Black Friday and Cyber Monday Sale Event
Staying one step ahead as always, SmartBuyGlasses is bringing customers the best service at the best price possible. - November 20, 2019 - SmartBuyGlasses
Wilmington Eye Announces Plans for New Ambulatory Surgery Facility in Wilmington
Wilmington Eye’s new surgery center will give patients across eastern North Carolina access to high-quality, specialized surgical services at a lower cost. - November 17, 2019 - Wilmington Eye
Wilmington Eye Announces Plans for New Location in Scotts Hill to Increase Accessibility to Patient Care
The growing needs of the community are at the heart of changes as locally owned medical practice strengthens its resolve to excellence in patient care and increased access to specialty services. - November 17, 2019 - Wilmington Eye
Vision Direct Australia Joins the Click Frenzy Mayhem 2019
Vision Direct, one of Australia's leading eyewear retailers, will kick off their Click Frenzy Sale, starting Tuesday at 7 pm (AEST). The 29-hour sale will conclude at midnight (AEST) on Wednesday, November 13. Click Frenzy is recognised as Australia’s first and largest national online... - November 13, 2019 - Vision Direct
Ophthalmics, Inc. Tracks Pharmaceuticals to DSCSA Requirements Ahead of Schedule
Ophthalmics, Inc., a leading wholesale supplier of eye care supplies for ophthalmic and optometric practices, is proud to announce that they are fully compliant with pharmaceutical tracking as required by the new Drug Supply Chain Securities Act (DSCSA) ahead of the November 27, 2019... - November 08, 2019 - Ophthalmics, Inc.
Aciont Issued Key Patent Covering the Novel Design of the Visulex Ocular Drug Delivery Device
Aciont was issued a U.S. patent that covers an important aspect of the novel design of its main Visulex ocular drug delivery system which has been tested for safety and efficacy in its lead clinical program under U.S. IND. - October 12, 2019 - Aciont Inc.
Ophthalmics, Inc. is Now a Direct Distributor for Akorn Pharmaceuticals
Ophthalmics, Inc., a leading wholesale supplier of eye care supplies for ophthalmic and optometric practices, is now a direct distributor for Akorn, Inc. Customers are encouraged to visit Ophthalmics, Inc.’s website at www.shophthalmics.com to find Akorn’s line of industry leading... - September 25, 2019 - Ophthalmics, Inc.
Temos Announces Accreditation Standards for Community Pharmacies
Dedicated to “Safe and effective medicines for all” - September 25, 2019 - Temos International GmbH
Optometry Conference Reveals Secrets of Practicing Without Vision Plans
Oneonta, NY - Cleinman Performance Partners (CPP), one of the nation's leading Optometric business development consulting organizations, has announced that its November 2019 conference will provide guidance for Optometrists who want to reduce their reliance on low margin, high maintenance vision... - September 10, 2019 - Cleinman Performance Partners
Aerie Pharmaceuticals Speaker Interview Released for SMi’s Ophthalmic Drugs Conference 2019
Ophthalmic Drugs conference speaker interview. - September 06, 2019 - SAE Media Group
Learn How Successful Leadership Development Can Produce a Winning Team
Cleinman Performance Partners (CPP), one of the nation's leading Optometric business development consulting organizations, has announced a unique one-day conference in October to help practice owners, managers or key team leaders explore new methods of team leadership and turn their team into a... - August 25, 2019 - Cleinman Performance Partners
Optometry Conference to Focus on the Transition of Your Business. National Practice Transitions Conference Provides Support for Crucial Decisions.
Cleinman Performance Partners (CPP), one of the nation's leading Optometric business development consulting organizations, has announced that their upcoming meeting will provide guidance for optometrists who wish to transition their practices. The National Practice Transitions Conference, one in a... - August 01, 2019 - Cleinman Performance Partners
New Classes, New Glasses: Start the School Year Right
MyEyeDr. encourages annual eye exams for all students to detect early signs of myopia. - July 24, 2019 - MyEyeDr.
Learn Marketing Strategies for Your Optometry Practice
Cleinman Performance Partners (CPP), one of the nation's leading Optometric business development consulting organizations, has announced a unique one-day conference in September to help optometrists acquire the key elements to develop a successful marketing strategy. The National Eyecare Marketing... - July 05, 2019 - Cleinman Performance Partners
Ophthalmics, Inc. Quickly Reaches 1000 Customer Milestone
Ophthalmics, Inc., a leading wholesale supplier of eye care supplies for ophthalmic and optometric practices, is proud to announce that they have now sold to more than 1000 customers in the United States. Customers are encouraged to visit Ophthalmics, Inc.’s website at www.shophthalmics.com... - June 25, 2019 - Ophthalmics, Inc.
IrisVision Awarded the Federal Supply Schedule Contract Award with Veterans Affairs
IrisVision successfully qualified for the VA (Veteran Affairs) FSS Contract Award, thereby providing veterans, active duty military personal and all eligible government agencies, the chance to avail IrisVision on a significant discount. The VA Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) Program establishes... - June 22, 2019 - IrisVision
This National Sunglasses Day, #ThrowShade for Proper UV Eye Protection with MyEyeDr.
MyEyeDr. shares the dos and don’ts for staying safe and stylish this summer. - June 15, 2019 - MyEyeDr.
5 Steps to Lower Your Risk of Eye Disease
Highlighting how eye diseases, eye conditions and vision loss can be preventable with regular eye care. - May 23, 2019 - Chalant Sunglasses LLC
Isis, an 18 Year Old, Defeating Optic Nerve Damage with a Revolutionary Low Vision Aids
When she was 5 years old, she got diagnosed with a brain tumor. The good thing was her diagnosis, that finally somebody identified what was wrong with her; but the bad thing – the tumor destroyed most of her optic nerves, leaving her with a 13 year (and counting) battle with low vision. For an active and brilliant student in the prime of her life, everything had turned into a struggle. - May 16, 2019 - IrisVision
Lions Eye Bank of Wisconsin Honors Organ, Eye and Tissue Donation Advocates at 2019 Crystal Vision Awards
Lions Eye Bank of Wisconsin (LEBW) hosted its annual Crystal Vision Awards ceremony on Thursday, May 2, 2019 at Noah’s Event Venue in Madison, Wisconsin. Since 2007, LEBW has honored advocates of donation who have shown commitment and dedication to raising awareness and educating communities... - May 14, 2019 - Lions Eye Bank of Wisconsin