Vision & Eyecare News
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AMD Stopper, a New Treatment for Age-Related Macular Degeneration, Seeks Partnerships with Manufacturers in the Healthcare Industry
California inventor of oral treatment for Age-Related Macular Degeneration, a common eye disease which affects tens of millions globally, is working tirelessly to bring his formulation to market. - March 20, 2024 - AMD Stopper
iView Therapeutics Inc. Announced FDA’s Clearance of IND Application for IVW-1001 Ophthalmic Eyelid Wipe to Treat Signs and Symptoms of Dry Eye Disease
iView Therapeutics Inc., a clinical stage biotechnology company dedicated to advancing innovative treatments for ocular diseases, announces that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) cleared iView’s Investigational New Drug (IND) application to for the initiation of a Phase 1/2 clinical... - March 11, 2024 - iView Therapeutics Inc.
IVIEW Announces Presentation of Positive Topline Results in Phase II Clinical Study of IVIEW-1201 for the Treatment of Bacterial Conjunctivitis at ARVO 2024
IVIEW Therapeutics Inc. announces to present the positive topline result in the Phase II Clinical Study of IVIEW-1201 for the Treatment of Bacterial Conjunctivitis in the upcoming 2024 ARVO (The Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology) national meeting in Seattle, WA. The Presentation... - February 28, 2024 - iView Therapeutics Inc.
Preferred Family Medicine Announces Exciting Developments: New Location, Team Expansion, and Introduction of a Concierge Optometry Practice
In a significant development, Preferred Family Medicine has announced its relocation to a new, modern facility and the expansion of its medical team, reaffirming its commitment to providing top-tier healthcare services in Reno. New Location for Enhanced Patient Care The practice is set to move to... - January 09, 2024 - Preferred Family Medicine
Cleinman National Meeting Focuses on Transformation through AI
Cleinman Performance Partners held its semi-annual network meeting on November 9-10 at the Gaylord Opryland in Nashville, TN. The focus and theme of the meeting was “Transformation” as it relates to the eyecare industry and specifically, what that means for independent eyecare practice... - November 18, 2023 - Cleinman Performance Partners
Jason Woody, President and CEO of Lions World Vision Institute Celebrates 33 Years of Growth and Success
Jason K. Woody, the Lions World Vision Institute President and CEO, marks 33 years of dedicated service. Alongside his committed team, he has played a pivotal role in delivering the "gift of sight" to more than 500,000 individuals globally. His unwavering dedication to aiding the visually impaired is evident through his three-decade-long tenure with the Lions World Vision Institute. - November 17, 2023 - Lions World Vision Institute
Zeelool Launches Social Marketing Method to Interact with Users
Zeelool, the famous frame and glasses manufacturer and seller, have 2500+ styles of eyeglasses and sunglasses with high quality and an affordable price for people. Recently, Zeelool has launched its own social media marketing method to conduct in-depth interaction and understanding with its users. - October 09, 2023 - Zeelool
Retirement Reception for Dr. Deborah Flanagan, Introducing Dr. Caleb Saint Jean
Dr. Caleb Saint Jean will be hosting a Retirement Reception for Dr. Deborah Flanagan at Eyes on Central, 4940 Central Avenue, on Tuesday, June 27 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. - June 23, 2023 - Eyes on Central
MPFI Researcher Receives Prominent Award to Launch New Lab
The Max Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience announces that Dr. Madineh Sarvestani has been named a Freeman Hrabowski Scholar by the Howard Hughes Medical Institute. The award provides up to $8.6 million for five to 10 years to support outstanding early-career faculty members who have strong potential to become leaders in the field and who are committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in science through their mentorship of trainees from populations underrepresented in science. - May 09, 2023 - Max Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience
Vision Industry Leaders Join Percept Corporation
Dr. Alan Glazier and Dr. Dorothy Hitchmoth to Lead Vision Technology/Clinical Expansion in Augmented Perception™ - May 03, 2023 - Percept
Strak Eyewear by Teka Sweeps Vision Expo East with Double Win: Favorite Product Award and People's Choice Award
Teka has reason to celebrate after winning two prestigious awards for their Strak Amsterdam collection at Vision Expo East. The company was awarded the Favorite Product Award and the People's Choice Award, which are a testament to the exceptional quality and design of their eyewear products. - April 13, 2023 - Teka Eyewear
Dr. Ainhoa de Federico to Receive Honorary Doctorate; International Award Recognizes Achievements in Natural Vision and Holistic Health & Healing
Creator of the ClearSight Method of natural vision improvement, Dr. Ainhoa de Federico is one of the world’s leading holistic natural vision educators. Her dedication to research, education, teaching and social impact has had a profound impact on the lives of countless individuals in more than 200 countries, and her work has inspired many in the health and wellness community. - March 14, 2023 - Dr. Ainhoa de Federico
KG Invicta Services Appoints Mr. Jeremy M. Brooks as SVP USA & LATAM
KG Invicta Services (KGiS), a leader in medical practice, business process consulting and management services (BPCM), has announced the appointment of Mr. Jeremy M. Brooks as the Senior Vice President of USA & LATAM. - February 13, 2023 - KG Invicta Service
Baillie Russell Brown Named an Honored Member by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Baillie Russell Brown of Santa Barbara, California has been named an Honored Member by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Baillie Russell Brown Baillie Russell Brown is the... - December 09, 2022 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Baillie Russell Brown Selected as a Top Executive for Two Consecutive Years by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Publication
Baillie Russell Brown of Santa Barbara, California has once again been named as a Top Executive by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Baillie Russell Brown Baillie Russell Brown is the director... - October 14, 2022 - Strathmore Worldwide
Serengeti Sunglasses Now Offering All of Its Premier Lens Technologies in Prescription Lenses
Serengeti Sunglasses, a leading maker of lifestyle and fashion sunglasses with photochromic lenses, is expanding its RX program so more consumers with prescription lenses can experience the lens technology. - September 30, 2022 - Serengeti
Baillie Russell Brown Selected as a Top Executive for Two Consecutive Years by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Publication
Baillie Russell Brown of Santa Barbara, California has once again been named as a Top Executive by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Baillie Russell Brown Baillie Russell Brown is the director... - September 29, 2022 - Strathmore Worldwide
2022 Crystal Vision Awards
Lions Eye Bank of Wisconsin (LEBW) is excited to announce the award recipients for the Crystal Vision Awards. Since 2007, LEBW has honored advocates of donation who have shown commitment and dedication to raising awareness and educating communities on the importance of organ, eye, and tissue donation. - September 03, 2022 - Lions Eye Bank of Wisconsin
Baillie Russell Brown Named an Influential Business Professional by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Baillie Russell Brown of Santa Barbara, California has been named an Influential Business Professional by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Baillie Russell Brown Baillie Russell Brown is the... - August 16, 2022 - Strathmore Worldwide
Registration is Now Open for the 5th Annual Ophthalmic Drugs Conference
SAE Media Group reports: The 5th Annual Ophthalmic Drugs Conference is set to return in November 2022 with a key focus on drug delivery and gene therapy. - July 17, 2022 - SAE Media Group
Baillie Russell Brown Celebrated as a Woman of Distinction by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Baillie Russell Brown of Santa Barbara, California has been celebrated as a Woman of Distinction by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Baillie Russell Brown Baillie Russell... - June 22, 2022 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Baillie Russell Brown Honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide
Baillie Russell Brown of Santa Barbara, California has been honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Baillie Russell Brown Baillie Russell Brown is the... - May 11, 2022 - Strathmore Worldwide
Gamer Advantage Announces Collaboration with Genusee
Two Michigan-based eyewear companies come together to promote and provide sustainable eyewear products with a purpose. - April 04, 2022 - Gamer Advantage
Gamer Advantage Delivers Better Sleep and Innovative Science for a Generation Working, Living, and Playing in Front of Screens
Gamer Advantage, the premier developer of blue light glasses, is expanding production and distribution with its new location in Walled Lake, Michigan. With this larger facility, CEO Bryan Reedy is preparing his team for new partnerships and bigger sales as the sleep epidemic continues to escalate... - March 31, 2022 - Gamer Advantage
Dr. Sadiqa Stelzner, M.D., FACS is Honored by the Top 100 Registry as a Top 100 Doctor in the Field of Ophthalmology
Dr. Sadiqa Stelzner, M.D., FACS is due to be featured in the Top 100 Doctors Magazine, 2022 Q2 Edition, and is being honored by the Top 100 Registry as the 2022 Doctor of the Year in the State of California. - February 23, 2022 - Top100 Registry Inc.
Baillie Russell Brown Recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2021 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide
Baillie Russell Brown of Santa Barbara, California has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2021 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Baillie Russell Brown Baillie Russell Brown is... - February 18, 2022 - Strathmore Worldwide
EnChroma Glasses That Help People with Color Blindness Now Offered at Best Buy
Best Buy is offering EnChroma glasses to millions of people who suffer from color blindness through BestBuy.com. - February 16, 2022 - EnChroma
Creative Ad Agency, SPREAD and Western Dental and Orthodontics Team Up to Launch the I Love Western Dental and I Love Brident Campaigns
Top Los Angeles creative advertising agency, SPREAD, teams up with Western Dental & Orthodontics to launch the I Love Western Dental and I Love Brident campaigns, which will focus on brand-oriented entertainment content creation and distribution. - November 08, 2021 - SPREAD
SMi Group's 4th Annual Ophthalmic Drugs Conference - Event Starts in Less Than 3 Weeks
SMi Group reports: With less than 3 weeks until the 4th Annual Ophthalmic Drugs conference, the brochure has been updated. - November 03, 2021 - SAE Media Group
AACO Announces New President
Dr. Melonie Clemmons begins her term as President of the association. - October 26, 2021 - AACO
Elevate Your Game with Sports Vision Training
Eye doctor and graduate of SUNY College of Optometry puts the focus on helping athletes of all ages and levels improve performance through sports vision training. - October 08, 2021 - State University of NY College of Optometry
Digital Diagnostics to Become a Florida Association of ACOs Member
FLAACOs welcomes Digital Diagnostics as their newest strategic member. - September 16, 2021 - Florida Association of ACOs
Cape & Islands Occupational Health & Medicine Services Now Open to Individuals and Businesses on Cape Cod
Cape & Islands Occupational Health, a division of Cape Cod Orthopaedics & Physical Therapy, has re-opened in Hyannis. CAIOM can partner with businesses to develop a customized plan to meet the specific needs of companies and their employees. A variety of services are offered, including... - August 25, 2021 - Cape & Islands Occupational Health
"The Optician's Quick Study" Becomes Latest Book Release from Akirim Press Publishing for Optician Refreshers & Review
"The Optician's Quick Study: A Simple Skills Guide to Becoming & Remaining a Great Optician" by M. M. Cornelius is a guide for any aspiring or out-of-practice opticians to review the basics of being a great optician. - August 22, 2021 - Akirim Press
Lions Eye Bank of Wisconsin Announces 2021 Crystal Vision Award Recipients
Lions Eye Bank of Wisconsin (LEBW) is excited to announce the award recipients for the Crystal Vision Awards. Since 2007, LEBW has honored advocates of donation who have shown commitment and dedication to raising awareness and educating communities on the importance of organ, eye, and tissue... - July 07, 2021 - Lions Eye Bank of Wisconsin
New York Health Welcomes Internal Medicine Physician Shoba Menon, MD
New York Health (NYHealth) is proud to announce that board-certified Internal Medicine physician Shoba Menon, MD, has joined its multidisciplinary team of physicians. She will be practicing at 1866 Wading River Manor Road, Wading River, NY... - June 02, 2021 - New York Health
The Independent Living Older Individuals Who Are Blind Technical Assistance Center Says Millions of Americans with Vision Loss Don’t Know There’s Help
More than 3 million Americans 55 and older have difficulty seeing even when wearing glasses and only 5% of the individuals with vision loss who are eligible for services actually seek them. That’s why the Independent Living Older Individuals Who Are Blind Technical Assistance Center (IL... - May 21, 2021 - The Independent Living Older Individuals Who Are Blind Technical Assistance Center
Optician India Cover Story on Stigmas, Myth, Movies & Spectacles
The year gone by came up with unprecedented changes for the Eye Care Sector. Often the end is the start of a new beginning. Enter this New Year with a New and Perfect Vision with Optician India. Optician India Digital Edition Jan. - March, 2021 has come out in the public domain with a cover story on Stigmas, Myth, Movies & Spectacles covering a survey of consumers and interviews with Experts. - April 27, 2021 - Optician India
Almost 50 Organizations Pause to Give Life During Statewide Observance Honoring Organ, Tissue and Eye Donors and Their Families
Many different Donate Life partner organizations that participated in a statewide Donate Life Flag-raising ceremony and moment of silence on Monday, April 12 at 10:08 am. This event promoted the mission of organ, tissue and eye donation and honored organ, tissue and eye donors and their... - April 14, 2021 - Kentucky Organ Donor Affiliates
Machine Vision Automation Equipment Developer ALTECH is Entering the U.S. Market
Founded in 2016, ALTECH was established with the purpose of developing, manufacturing, and selling ultra-fine nano-structured film production equipment. With various application technology, including LED defect detection functions, ALTECH has secured welding line tracking system through... - March 23, 2021 - ALTEC
Eye Associates of the South Finds Perfect Storm Triggers Dry Eye on Miss. Gulf Coast
Late hurricanes, long-term mask wearing and winter created a perfect storm for dry eye syndrome. If your eyes seem to be flaring up, you might need to see an eye doctor to treat dry eye. - February 10, 2021 - Eye Associates of the South
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