The FDA has cleared Optovue’s optical coherence tomography angiography system, the AngioVue System, for commercial sale. AngioVue provides a new, non-invasive way to visualize abnormal blood vessels in the retina to help physicians determine an appropriate course of treatment. In less than three seconds, the AngioVue System acquires a single image that complements the current […]
For the fifth consecutive year, the State University of New York College of Optometry held a day-long career symposium to provide its students, residents and alumni with an opportunity to gain more knowledge and understanding about building and developing their careers. This year’s symposium focused on the concept of intentional career design. A range of […]
Safilo Group has announced a new three-year commitment to Special Olympics. The partnership between Safilo and Special Olympics dates back to 2003, and the past 12 years have led to more than 1 million optical frames and sunglasses provided to Special Olympics athletes all over the world. As part of the Special Olympics global health […]
Topcon has introduced two new tools for eyecare offices, the IS-5500 Instrument Stand and the SP-1P Specular Microscope. The IS-5500 Instrument Stand features several new functions, including a white LED overhead lamp, a smaller and more compact design that brings the control panel and charging wells closer to the user, and an illuminated liquid-proof membrane […]
According to the 2016 annual Employee Perceptions of Vision Benefits survey conducted by Wakefield Research for Transitions Optical Inc., vision benefits remain a popular election among employees, with eight in 10 choosing to enroll in employer-sponsored plans. In addition, a year-over-year comparison of the surveys showed that vision is the only benefit to experience increased […]
Alcon recently opened the Alcon Experience Center, a state-of-the-art comprehensive eye health education and training center located on the company’s Fort Worth, Texas campus. The Experience Center integrates products and technologies from Alcon’s three businesses: Surgical, Ophthalmic Pharmaceuticals and Vision Care. It serves as a global training hub where physicians, students and Alcon employees can […]
Hoya Vision North America has launched Seiko Elite, a practice development program for optometry and ophthalmology practices. Developed by eyecare marketing specialists for eyecare professionals, Seiko Elite is a comprehensive marketing, consulting and analytics program. Among other things, the program includes social media assistance, analytics software for insight into key performance indicators, and consulting to […]
Johnson & Johnson Vision Care Inc. recently presented data from a study showing that 1-Day Acuvue Moist Brand Contact Lenses for astigmatism [etafilcon A toric soft contact lenses (TCLs)] resulted in significant improvements in quality of life (QoL) measures compared with its spherical soft contact lens (SCL) counterpart for patients with astigmatism. Researchers fitted 60 […]
M&S Technologies announced the promotion of Kevin Butler to Vice President, Product Development & Technology. According to M&S, the company has made several strides forward that wouldn’t have been possible without Butler’s expertise, guidance and direction. These include the growth of the Smart System line of products, development of a Clinical Trial Suite of products, […]
As shared in this issue, ASCO is engaged in a comprehensive strategic planning process for the first time in more than a decade. Strategic planning is always a complex and challenging endeavor, but it is an absolutely essential component for the long-term success of any organization. As we’re all aware, health care is in the […]
