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April 26, 2017April 24, 2018

Transitions Hosts Panel on Millennials and the Need for Sun Protection

Pinellas Park, Fla. – On April 24 in Ottawa, Transitions Optical brought together experts in eye and skin health to discuss and explore the needs of today’s Millennials and their understanding of and attitudes toward protecting themselves from the sun. The panel featured perspectives of eye care professionals from the Transitions Change Agent program as well as representatives from the Canadian Association of Optometrists, Canadian Dermatology Association, Canadian Ophthalmological Society and Opticians Association of Canada.

A range of topics were discussed, including Millennial knowledge and misperceptions of different types of light, options for protection and what can be done to further increase education around sun protection.

The panel was moderated by Dr. Pete Kehoe, Professional Development Advisor for Transitions Optical.

A report of discussions from the panel will be included in a consensus paper, which is currently in development and will be available on the newly launched Transitions PRO tab on Transitions.com.

From Left to right: Dr. Pete Kehoe, Jennifer Brunet-Colvey, Dr. Setareh Ziai, Dr. Ralph Chou, Dr. Bronwyn Mulherin, Sheena Taff, Dr. Jennifer Beecker, Suzanne Joyal, Robert Dalton.

Click HERE to read the full press release.

April 25, 2017April 24, 2018

Rappak is Sure to be a Hit!

Model Rappak has just landed into the Vinyl Factory collection and it has everything it takes to become one of the stars of the brand: A sober style, elegant materials, refined details… If the new collection was an album, model Rappak would be the first single to come out!

Distributed by Optiman Inc.: www.optimaninc.com

April 25, 2017April 24, 2018

FYidoctors Welcomes Dr. Michael Naugle to the Executive Team

Calgary, AB – FYidoctors announces the appointment of Dr. Michael Naugle to position of Director of Optometric Partnerships. The role is a newly launched position at FYidoctors aimed at increasing our footprint in key regions throughout Canada.

Dr. Naugle will be responsible for mergers and acquisitions (M&A) of new practices, supporting the on-boarding process of new and existing practices and acting as a liaison for oncoming partnerships with the executive team. Dr. Naugle will also be responsible for enhancing FYidoctors’ relationships and reputation with the optometric community both internally and externally.

As a founding member of the FYidoctors organization, and past Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors, Dr. Naugle brings with him 24 years of experience in optometric practice, significant M&A experience, and a strong background in optometric community leadership.

April 24, 2017April 24, 2018

American Academy Kicks Off Registration for Chicago 2017

Early Bird Registration to the 96^th Annual 2017 American Academy of Optometry meeting to be held October 11-14 in Chicago Illinois, is now open.

Attendees will be able to choose from 270 hours of COPE approved CE hours plus hundreds of scientific papers and social events which promise to be memorable!

The Academy’s unique CE, All the Time^© approach ensures that every presentation is available for earn CE, up to 33 hours per attendee. Pre-registration in courses is not required, and attendees can create a free-style agenda and change it on the fly.

This year’s Plenary Session entitled, “Today’s Research, Tomorrow’s Practice: The Eye as a Mirror of the Brain” features leading researchers presenting their thinking on the role of the retina in brain diseases such as Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, and multiple sclerosis.

Speakers will include Drs. Robert Sergott of the Wills Eye Hospital, Christopher Hudson from the University of Waterloo School of Optometry, and Marina Bedny of John Hopkins University.

Additionally, “Ocular Surface Disease: What You May Be Missing.” This symposium co-moderated by Drs Stephen Pflugfelder and Barbara Caffery, will update current thought regarding diagnosis, treatment and the role of neuropathy in dry eye.

Program Preview – Click Here

And visit the AAO registration site at: http://www.aaopt.org/regsite

About the American Academy of Optometry
The American Academy of Optometry (AAO) enhances excellence in optometric practice by fostering research and disseminating knowledge in vision science through its journal, Optometry and Vision Science, and the continuing education presented at its annual meeting. Fellows of the Academy are committed to the premise that learning is a lifelong obligation of a professional, as is the commitment to expand the profession’s knowledge base through ongoing fellowship and exchange. For more information, visit the website: http://www.aaopt.org.

April 24, 2017April 24, 2018

Safilo Renews Juicy Couture Eyewear License Agreement

Padua – New York/Los Angeles – Safilo Group and Authentic Brands Group, owner of a global portfolio of iconic fashion, sports and lifestyle, celebrity, media, and entertainment brands, announce a five-year extension of their license agreement for the design, manufacturing and distribution of the Juicy Couture eyewear collections of sunglasses and optical frames. The agreement will now run until 31st December 2022.

Juicy Couture is distributed in qualified independent opticians, corporate optical chains, and department stores, across the globe and on JuicyCouture.com.