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.
March 16 - GlassesFair.com to Hold Drawing for Free Complete Pair of Prescription Eyeglasses
Entries made online will be drawn by Angela Brock, Branch Manager at FirstMerit Bank - March 10, 2010 - GlassesFair.com
Self Measuring of Eye Pressure for Glaucoma Patients with New Icare® ONE Tonometer
The new Icare® ONE self- tonometer allows glaucoma patients to measure eye pressure anywhere, anytime. In honour of World Glaucoma Week, Icare Finland is also donating several units of Icare® ONE to Glaucoma Patient Associations around the world. - March 10, 2010 - Icare
New Event During South by Southwest to Showcase Music and Style
Online Eyewear Retailer Launches “Upgrade Your Face” Campaign with Concert at Renowned Festival. - March 07, 2010 - FramesDirect.com
Kelly Eye Center Continues to Pioneer Cataract Surgery by Offering the First Aberration-free Accommodating IOL Designed to Improve Near Vision
Kelly Eye Center, the Triangle’s leader in cataract surgery, is pleased to offer patients Crystalens® AO Intraocular Lens (IOL). The updated Aspheric Optic (AO) lens procedure was approved by the FDA in late 2009. Crystalens AO is designed to be free of spherical aberration, light is... - March 06, 2010 - Kelly Eye Center
VisionWeb and Opticians Association of America Announce Partnership
VisionWeb Becomes OAA Corporate Partner; Launches Royalty Program for OAA Members - March 03, 2010 - VisionWeb
VisionWeb Welcomes Luxottica Group to Network of Industry Suppliers
Eyecare Providers Can Now Conveniently Order Luxottica Group Products on the VisionWeb Portal - February 23, 2010 - VisionWeb
VisionWeb and ManagementPlus Announce Ordering Integration
Users Can Now Order Spectacle Lenses over the VisionWeb Network from within the ManagementPlus Software System - February 23, 2010 - VisionWeb
Kelly Eye Center Sponsors First Legacy Leaders Awards in the Triangle
Kelly Eye Center, a leading eye care provider in the Triangle, is proud to be a presenting sponsor of Triangle Business Journal’s and BOOM! Magazine’s inaugural Legacy Leaders Awards. “Kelly Eye Center is pleased to be associated with such an esteemed group of individuals,”... - February 18, 2010 - Kelly Eye Center
Seer & Partner Eye Institute Announces Discount for Cosmetic Eye-Whitening™ Surgery to International Patients: International Patients Day – April 26, 2010
Seer & Partner Eye Institute has designated April 26th, 2010, as International Patients Day. The clinic will offer a 15-25% discount to international patients looking to get their eyes whitened with Dr. Bong-Hyun Kim’s revolutionary Cosmetic Eye-Whitening™ surgery. The surgery... - February 14, 2010 - Seer & Partner Eye Institute, Inc.
New Laser Vision Correction and Eye Care Facility in Clarksville, TN - Dr. Robert Selkin
Selkin Laser Center is proud to announce the upcoming opening of a new state of the art laser vision correction and eye care facility in Clarksville, Tennessee. The new center will feature state of the art lasers to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, as well as high degrees of astigmatism. - December 30, 2009 - Selkin Laser Center
Hot Ideas World is Warming Hearts This Christmas
Hot Ideas World Inc., the creator of the Eye-POD Finger Free Contact Lens Inserter, Donates Thousands of Magic WishBones to Shriners Children's Hospitals Worldwide in an Effort to bring a little cheer to Children who are in the hospital over the Holiday. - December 26, 2009 - Hot Ideas World Inc
Founder of Macular Degeneration Foundation Dies at 94
After dedicating his life to public awareness of ARMD (Age-Related Macular Degeneration, Edmund J. Aleksandrovich (Ed Aleks) dies at the age of 94. - December 22, 2009 - Macular Degeneration Foundation
Vision Dynamics' Holiday Appeal for the Needy with Low Vision/Blindness
Governor Rell’s Council of Economic Advisors warns of the threat to the state’s support of non-profit agencies in this recession. Charlie Collins, of Vision Dynamics, hopes to provide a solution but he needs your help. Charlie Collins, a victim of Juvenile Macular Degeneration, knows... - December 16, 2009 - Vision Dynamics, LLC
IQ Laser Vision Celebrates a Decade of Dedicated Service
December 10th, 2009 marked the ten year anniversary of Southern California's renowned vision correction facility, IQ Laser Vision. IQ Laser Vision hosted an exclusive affair to celebrate its 10-year anniversary at the Pacific Palms Resort in City of Industry, CA. Prominent guests, past patients and... - December 10, 2009 - IQ Laser Vision
Kelly Eye Center Launches New Interactive Website
Kelly Eye Center, a leading eye care provider, continues to improve service to their customers in the Triangle by launching a new & improved website: www.KellyEyeCenter.com. “Our goal in launching a new site is to provide patients and their families with a window into the real spirit of... - December 08, 2009 - Kelly Eye Center
Seer & Partner Eye Institute Develops World’s First Cosmetic Eye-Whitening™ Surgery for Sufferers of Chronic Red Eyes
Dr. Bong-Hyun Kim, founder of Seer & Partner Eye Institute, develops the world's first permanent Cosmetic Eye-Whitening™ surgery, to treat sufferers of chronic red eyes. From his clinic in Seoul, Korea, he treats a growing number of foreign clients from places as far as Britain, Australia, the U.S., Canada and other parts of Asia and Europe. - December 03, 2009 - Seer & Partner Eye Institute, Inc.
Revolutionary Method for Eyesight Correction While the Patient Sleeps
Overnight Vision Correction is a safe and cheaper alternative to LASIK Surgery that improves eyesight while the patient sleeps. - December 03, 2009 - Invision Optometric Center
Blue Ridge Surgery Center Adds to Medical Staff
High quality medical care is something that all of us need and deserve. The Blue Ridge Surgery Center of Raleigh, an affiliate of Surgical Care Affiliates (SCA), strives to meet that expectation for all of its patients. Part of Blue Ridge’s method to adhere to a high medical standard is by... - November 24, 2009 - Kelly Eye Center
Stahl Eye Center Studies Effect of Restasis on Laser Vision Correction
Stahl Eye Center, Inc., today announced a new scientific study on the effect of RESTASIS® Ophthalmic Emulsion on patients undergoing laser vision correction. - November 19, 2009 - Stahl Eye Center
Vision Source is First in Las Vegas to Offer High Definition Imaging Technology
Vision Source Las Vegas office can now identify early stage glaucoma and retinal diseases using the new Cirrus HD-OCT. - November 14, 2009 - Vision Source Las Vegas
imatters Rolls Out Innovative New Staffing Solution—im2 Basic
imatters, the nation's leading ophthalmic recruitment firm, has announced the launch of a new hiring service to specifically address the unique needs of the ophthalmic job market in today's economy. This service leverages the expertise of imatters recruiters to target the most qualified candidates and eliminate the hassle of sifting through an influx of unqualified candidates. - November 13, 2009 - imatters, inc.
Dr. Connie McCaa, New Technology Draw U.S. LASIK patients
Dr. Connie McCaa is drawing LASIK patients from across the country for her credentials and state-of-the-art LASIK equipment. That includes a Pentacam HR to make sure patients are good candidates for LASIK. McCaa, one of the leading refractive surgeons on the country, was one of the first in the nation to perform LASIK. - November 03, 2009 - Connie McCaa, MD, PhD
Kelly Eye Center Adds Two
Audrey Gyoerkoe, Practice Administrator confirmed that Candi Rieffel has been named new clinical supervisor and Megan Wood has joined the Kelly Eye Center team as a new technician. - October 29, 2009 - Kelly Eye Center
The First Truly Affordable Full Screen Software Magnifier
Innovation Management Group, Inc. (IMG) announced that it has begun shipping the latest release of its The Magnifier 1.50. A low cost, full screen magnification software application for Windows. Most magnification software products on the market are designed for individuals who have extreme visual impairments or are legally blind and can cost from a few hundred to several thousand dollars. The Magnifier is the first truly affordable full screen magnifier priced within the reach of average users. - October 09, 2009 - Innovation Management Group, Inc
Lash 28 Conditioner Stimulates Eyelash Growth
Lash 28 rolled out their break-through eyelash conditioner that stimulates beautiful eyelash growth in less than 28 days. The eyelash conditioner company also extended their promotions that offer 5-piece eyelash brush set, a tube of eyelash conditioner cream and a make-up vanity bag to carry these... - October 07, 2009 - Lash 28 Eyelash Products
Media Partners, Inc. Announces Kelly Eye Center as New Client
Kelly Eye Center has selected Media Partners, Inc. (MPI) as their agency of record. The announcement was made today by MPI Partner, Nancy Bono. Audrey Gyoerkoe, Kelly Eye Center Practice Administrator, confirmed the announcement: “In looking for an agency partner, it was critical that we... - September 29, 2009 - Media Partners, Inc.
Mountain View Optometry's Dr. Wilk on H1N1 Flu Virus – Focus on Prevention to Lessen Your Risk
We have heard a lot about the H1N1 flu virus (originally referred to as “swine flu”) since it first appeared in North America this past spring. After causing several deaths in Mexico, it showed up in the US in April, then in Canada about a month later. On June 11, 2009 the World Health... - September 20, 2009 - Mountain View Optometry
Assil Eye Institute - Cataract Awareness Month
A cataract is the clouding of the eye’s natural lens, which blocks the passage of light needed for clear vision. - September 16, 2009 - Assil Eye Institute
Assil Eye Institute - a Revolutionary Lasik Revealed
From one of the fast growing shows on TV today, aired in all 50 states and 15 countries. People have watched shows and have seen the procedures and now will experience the total transformation in what The Doctors TV shows producers are calling the “Biggest Makeover Show Ever." - September 14, 2009 - Assil Eye Institute
RNIB and Ocean Blue Software Nominated IABM Design Awards Candidate 2009
The Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) and Ocean Blue Software’s “talking TV” technology has been shortlisted as one of the Top 10 most innovative in design by the IABM judging panel. - August 29, 2009 - Ocean Blue Software
Macular Degeneration: Exclusive Interview with Researcher Dr. Janet Sunness M.D. of the Greater Baltimore Medical Center
Exclusive interview with researcher Dr. Janet Sunness of the Greater Baltimore Medical Center concerning an advanced form of Macular Degeneration known as Geographic Atrophy. - August 13, 2009 - Macular Degeneration Foundation
Macular Degeneration Foundation Posts Exclusive Report on Geographic Atrophy to Its Website
A medical report describing an advanced form of Macular Degeneration called Geographic Atrophy. - August 01, 2009 - Macular Degeneration Foundation
Glasses International - New Online Prescription Glasses Business is Timely Response to Economic Climate
After a successful career in international recruitment, Polish born businesswoman Sylwia Szydlowska-Rathod launched Glasses International, an online retailer selling prescription glasses and sunglasses at a fraction of the prices most of us are used to. Sylwia’s business idea is driven by a sense of fairness, providing excellent quality while helping customers save money. “In the current economic climate saving money is on everybody’s mind and there’s resentment over high profiteering." - July 09, 2009 - Glasses International Ltd
Kevin Niksarli, M.D. at Newsight Laser Center, New York, Announces on 6/17/2009 That LASIK Remains a Viable Option for Patients Over 40
Kevin Niksarli, M.D. at Newsight Laser Center, New York, N.Y. states that baby boomers who want to eliminate or decrease their dependence on spectacles or contact lenses may consider laser in-situ keratomileusis (LASIK) surgery as a viable option. Although traditional LASIK has been considered less effective in individuals over 40 years of age, due to reading glasses, recent studies point to new techniques offering better outcomes for older patients. - June 20, 2009 - Kevin Kevork Niksarli MD, Newsight Laser Center
The Vision of Children Foundation Brings Together Foremost Experts on Genetic Vision Disorders at World Symposium
The Vision of Children Foundation (VOC), a non-profit organization focused on finding a cure for hereditary childhood blindness, today announced that renowned researchers from around the world gathered in San Diego at the Seventh World Symposium on Genetic Vision Disorders. Research results, new discoveries and a commitment for increasing collaboration were shared at the two-day event. - June 19, 2009 - Vision of Children Foundation
Kevin Niksarli, M.D. Of Newsight Laser Center, New York, N.Y. Reminds Early Detection Critical to Slowing Progress of Glaucoma on 6/17/2009
Kevin Niksarli, M.D. of Newsight Laser Center, New York, N.Y. states that glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness in the United States, affecting over 3 million Americans. As many as half of them do not even know they have the disease. That is because glaucoma – often called “the sneak thief of sight” – attacks silently, with no noticeable symptoms or warning signs until it has become well established, adds Dr. Niksarli. - June 18, 2009 - Kevin Kevork Niksarli MD, Newsight Laser Center
Newsight Laser Center Surgeon Dr. Niksarli Discusses Higher Order Aberrations in Normal Eyes Measured with Three Different Aberrometers
On June 17, 2009 Dr. Niksarli discusses Higher Order Aberrations in Normal Eyes Measured With Three Different Aberrometers, at Newsight Laser Center, New York, NY. Kevin Niksarli, M.D. states that the study suggested that no instrument was superior over the others, and all three instruments were very reliable. - June 18, 2009 - Kevin Kevork Niksarli MD, Manhattan Lasik Center
Kevin Niksarli, M.D. of Manhattan Lasik Center Reviews Pros and Cons of Contact Lenses vs. iLASIK at an International Meeting on 7/1/2009
According to Kevin Niksarli, M.D. of Manhattan LASIK Center, even though the iLASIK™ Procedure is not without risk, wearing contacts has its own risks. Infections with contact lenses can occur, in fact they are an order of magnitude more common when compared to the iLASIK procedure. - June 15, 2009 - Kevin Kevork Niksarli MD, Manhattan Lasik Center
LASIK Specialist Board Certified Eye Surgeon Kevork Niksarli, M.D. of Manhattan Lasik Center Announces Website Update on 6/5/2009
New York City LASIK surgeon, Kevork Niksarli, M.D. of Manhattan Lasik Center recently released a website update on 6/5/2009. The website includes a surgeons profile detailing Dr. Kevork Niksarli's background and expertise, among other information regarding the procedures offered at Manhattan Lasik Center. - June 15, 2009 - Kevin Kevork Niksarli MD, Manhattan Lasik Center
Kevin Niksarli, MD of Manhattan Lasik Center Announces Successful Use of iLASIK Procedure Incorporating Monovision
The recent FDA approval of iLASIK procedure for monovision now allows surgeons to more accurately correct the distance as well as the near vision of presbyopes, states Kevin Niksarli, MD of Manhattan Lasik Center. This has made LASIK, an already great and popular procedure, even more versatile for those with presbyopia. - June 14, 2009 - Kevin Kevork Niksarli MD, Manhattan Lasik Center
North American Seminars, Inc. Introduces a New Physical Therapy Continuing Education Course, an Algorithmic Based Treatment Approach to Vestibular Dysfunction
North American Seminars, Inc., www.healthclick.com introduces An Algorithmic Based Treatment Approach to Vestibular Dysfunction. This physical therapy continuing education course is a two day training event created to assist rehab professionals evaluate and treat dizziness and imbalance. - May 23, 2009 - North American Seminars
Ono Optical Brings Sight Back to 200 Visually Impaired People in Ghana
China-based Ono Optical online store has donated 200 pairs of high-quality prescription glasses to people in Ghana suffering from sight problems. This is part of their many community projects and in collaboration with Unite For Sight. - May 22, 2009 - ONO Optical
Mountain View Optometry Acquires optomap® Retinal Exam Tool for Detection of Eye Diseases
Calgary eye doctors at Mountain View Optometry have acquired the latest high technology in primary eye care – the optomap® Retinal Exam. This scanning laser ophthalmoscope is a wellness screening tool that allows for detailed examination of the retina. The early detection of problems in... - May 13, 2009 - Mountain View Optometry
Mountain View Optometry Chosen as Externship Site for Optometry Students
Mountain View Optometry has been chosen as an externship site for fourth-year optometry students from the University of Waterloo School of Optometry. As part of their qualification process, optometry students are required to spend the bulk of their final year of study at exemplary optometric... - May 06, 2009 - Mountain View Optometry
Cataract Surgery Results Improved by New Lens
Ophthalmologists at South Nassau Communities Hospital are implanting an acrylic, single-piece toric intraocular lens (IOL) that reduces or eliminates astigmatism and significantly improves uncorrected distance vision. - May 02, 2009 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Mountain View Optometry Selected as Exclusive Dealer for Emilio Pucci Sunglasses
Mountain View Optometry is pleased to announce that it has been picked as one of the exclusive dealers of Emilio Pucci sunglasses in Northwest Calgary and Cochrane. The partnership supports Mountain View Optometry's commitment toward providing eye protection from ultraviolet radiation by... - April 26, 2009 - Mountain View Optometry
American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons Showcases Tonometer Diaton Tonometry through the Eyelid
Tonometry though the Eyelid Tonometer Diaton by BiCOM Inc. is showcased at ASCRS 2009, San Francisco. American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons ASCRS 2009 is taking place April 3-8. Tonometry through Eyelid is a valuable addition to refractive surgeons. - April 05, 2009 - BiCOM Inc.
Greenville EyeCare Associates Offers New Multifocal Contact Lens
Exceptional Comfort and Resistance to Dryness Highlight Acuvue Oasys Contacts - March 19, 2009 - Greenville EyeCare Associates
Los Angeles Optometrists - 'Hollywood Vision Center' Launch New Site
Hollywood Vision Center has recently unveiled its brand new website design. The redesigned website promises to be more informative and user friendly. - March 14, 2009 - HollywoodVision.com
International Eye Care Organization Himalayan Cataract Project Earns a Rare Fourth Consecutive 4-Star Rating from Charity Navigator
The Himalayan Cataract Project works to eradicate preventable and curable blindness through high-quality ophthalmic care, education and the establishment of a world-class eye care infrastructure in the Himalaya and Sub-Saharan Africa. - March 14, 2009 - Himalayan Cataract Project