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December 3, 2019December 3, 2019

The Vision Council Unveils Reimagination of Vision Expo

Heading into 2020 with the year’s symbolism for the eye care industry in tow, The Vision Council is reimagining its signature event, Vision Expo. Innovation has always been at the heart of the industry as well as the bi-annual Vision Expo, the definitive trade event for ophthalmic professionals. Now, The Vision Council, together with co-owner of the Show Reed Exhibitions, aims to mark a new era for Vision Expo with a laser-like focus on discovery, connection and experience.

Along with refreshed branding, including redesigned logos and show tagline (“The Future, Clearly”), changes will first be seen at Vision Expo East 2020—to take place at the Javits Center in New York City from March 26–29. Shaped by feedback from both exhibitors and attendees, the new concept is anchored in the form of curated neighborhoods, optimizing the connection between sellers and buyers, as well as exhibit spaces with enhanced design creativity and interactive appeal.

Vision Expo East 2020 will welcome the first-phase debut of three new distinct neighborhoods:

The River – Daring, design-driven artisanal products creating a show-within-a-show pavilion for select industry leaders.
The Union – The ultimate shopping experience of boutique and premium independent brands including exclusive, hip and fashion-forward lifestyle brands.
The Springs – Incubator zone for emerging talent in eyewear design.

Additional neighborhoods are planned to debut at Vision Expo East 2021 including new identities for three other essential aspects of the Show.

Furthermore, a fresh take to the Show’s continuing education courses include an accredited education area dedicated to seminars, workshops and presentations led by experts in practice management, business and marketing.

Click HERE for the full press release.

December 3, 2019December 3, 2019

AAOF Announces 2019 VSP Global Scholarship Recipients

The American Academy of Optometry Foundation (AAOF), the philanthropic arm of the American Academy of Optometry (AAO), and VSP Global® announced the recipients of this year’s Practice Excellence Scholarships, including two Canadian recipients.

Nearly $200,000 was awarded to several top-performing fourth-year optometry students in the United States, Puerto Rico and Canada, as well as four additional international students from Australia.

Each scholarship included a travel grant to participate in the American Academy of Optometry’s 98th annual meeting, Academy 2019 Orlando, which was held on October 23-27 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL. The recipients were recognized at a special reception sponsored by VSP Global.

The 2019 Practice Excellence Scholarship recipients are:

University of Montreal School of Optometry

Antoine Aidans van der Poel, Lara Tchakmakian

University of Waterloo School of Optometry and Vision Science

Komal Patel, Angela Zhang

Illinois College of Optometry

Lauren Kunkel, Aaron Motacek

Indiana University School of Optometry

Mary Marte, Kalyn Wendholt

Inter American University of Puerto School of Optometry

Samantha Chan, Travis Lipscomb

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences

Taylor Hall, Danielle Zapata

Michigan College of Optometry at Ferris State University

Steven Gibbs, Ankur Patel

Midwestern University Arizona College of Optometry

Jennifer Dryden, Liza Stremick

New England College of Optometry

Alexa Caruso, Chelsey Kritzer

Northeastern State University Oklahoma College of Optometry

Sahab Astani, William Colton Cheek

Nova Southeastern University College of Optometry

Phoebe Pan, Kaitlin Brown

The Ohio State University College of Optometry

Alex Lamorgese, Adell Walters

Pacific University College of Optometry

Liandra Jung, Ashley Stone

Pennsylvania College of Optometry at Salus University

Andrew Muckin, Emile Seitz

Rosenberg School of Optometry

Patrick Clark, Kelly Tran

Southern California College of Optometry at Marshall B. Ketchum University

Alyssa Pack, Emiko Vasquez

Southern College of Optometry

Katelyn McGee, Trevor Shealy

State University of New York College of Optometry

Abigail Cash, Alicia Jones

University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Optometry

Mason Childers, Mohammed Haque

University of California Berkeley School of Optometry

Stephanie Tran, Rebecca Stapornkul

University of Houston College of Optometry

Ashley Nguyen, Megan Wagner

University of Missouri -St. Louis College of Optometry

Kelly Deering, Abigail Smith

Western University of Health Sciences College of Optometry

Kenny Huynh, Aiko Seffinger

Australian Practice Excellence Scholarships:

Deakin University

Emily Banks

Flinders University

Dylan Bentley

Queensland University of Technology School of Optometry and Vision Science

Derek Shiu Him Lay

University of New South Wales

Ivy Kol

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December 3, 2019December 3, 2019

FYidoctors Acquires Medical Aesthetics Chain ReNue

FYidoctors announced Tuesday the acquisition of ReNue, a chain of doctor-led medical aesthetics clinics based in Calgary, Alberta. This acquisition marks the entry of FYidoctors into the field of medical aesthetics.

Founded in 2002 by Dr. Jason McWhirter as an extension of his established medical practice, ReNue provides holistic patient-centric care that helps patients look and feel confident. Blending the safety, security and technology of a medical practice with a highly refined aesthetic sensibility, ReNue offers patients advanced skin care, hair removal, body services, as well as minimally invasive cosmetic options, all in a private and relaxed setting.

“To our core, FYidoctors is dedicated to enhancing the lives of our patients,” said Dr. Alan Ulsifer, CEO and Chairman of FYidoctors. “We are committed to doctor-led patient care, which makes joining forces with ReNue a natural fit. As patients continue to seek out a personalized health care approach, we are positioned to support them on that journey.”

Dr. McWhirter said that patients will be the prime beneficiaries of the FYidoctors-ReNue partnership.

“Partnering with a powerhouse like FYidoctors that shares our values of putting patients before products, will enhance our footprint and, ultimately, the quality of care we provide,” said Dr. McWhirter. “By bringing together our medical aesthetics expertise with FYidoctors’ established system for business support and growth, ReNue is ready to expand operations to bring our trusted, modern and holistic approach to many more patients across Canada.”

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December 2, 2019November 29, 2019

Aired on Bloomberg: Essilor’s Ambition to Eliminate Poor Vision in One Generation

As a leading advocate for the importance of good vision and eye care, Essilor was featured on Bloomberg as part of the media company’s 50 Sustainability and Climate Leaders.

In this video, Hubert Sagnieres, Chairman, Essilor International; Jayanth Bhuvaraghan, Chief Mission Officer, Essilor and Björn Drobe, Senior Manager, Vision Sciences, Essilor, share how the Group champions good vision as a basic human right which helps to improve lives and collaborates to make innovative eye care more accessible, in order to combat poor vision, particularly the global myopia epidemic.

Click HERE for the full press release.

December 2, 2019November 29, 2019

HOYA Announces 24-Hour Service Program for iD LifeStyle 3 Lenses

HOYA Vision Care Canada announces the launch of their new national 24-hour service program available on uncut iD LifeStyle 3 lenses – the latest addition to HOYA’s premium progressive product line.

iD Lifestyle 3 lenses include design variations that are specifically tailored to presbyopes’ active lifestyles. Equipped with HOYA’s premium patented technologies, such as Binocular Harmonization Technology™ (BHT) and iD (Integrated Dual Side) design for precise and effortless focusing, iD LifeStyle 3 is HOYA’s response to changing vision challenges. The three design variations are easy to recommend, do not require extensive consultation procedures and provide great adaptation and satisfaction rates.

This 24-hour service commitment will replace the current 48-hour program that launched in April 2015 with significant success.

“It is our intention to provide independent eye care professionals with the fastest possible service on a premium lens with HOYA’s most durable anti-reflective coating available on the market. This is just another way that we demonstrate our ability to provide solutions that enhance the success of our valued business partners.” said Ahmos Henry, President of HOYA Vision Care Canada.

HOYA’s 24-hour service program is currently available in 1.50, 1.50 Transitions, and 1.53 with Super HiVision EX3 or Super HiVision anti-reflective coatings.

Click HERE for the full press release.