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June 12, 2017April 24, 2018

Registration Open for International Vision Expo West 2017

Registration opened June 12, for International Vision Expo West 2017 at the Sands Expo & Convention Center in Las Vegas, NV (Education: Sept. 13–16; Exhibition: Sept 14 –16). This year’s event will bring together an expansive showcase of designer eyewear fashions, the latest in medical innovation, and over 320 hours of education – all in one place.

This year’s education programming also features:
• Sessions covering the latest in industry technology from clinical diagnosis and research to retail technology including a new Blue Light series.
• A new Fashion Trends and Technology Track teaching buyers how to source suppliers, set pricing strategies and build the inventory and experience to keep customers coming back for more.
• An expanded Scleral Lens Track, now including a hands-on workshop, as well as the highly-rated Vision Series offering product-specific presentations.
• A new Optical Boot Camp, preparing eyecare professionals with an enhanced, cross-trained understanding of patient care and practice profitability through sessions focused on optics, troubleshooting prescription complaints, eyewear sales and more.
• New Wellness and Beauty sessions where Optometrists will learn about ocular and facial aesthetics: an additional source of patient care solutions and revenue for practices.
• A new Owner’s & Manager’s Essentials Program providing business strategies to help doctors and key decision makers shape the ultimate optical practice

Vision Expo’s newly launched #WhyIGo social media campaign – in which attendees share the impact attending Vision Expo has on them and their businesses – will run throughout the summer and give participants a chance to win a variety of prizes, including spending money for Vegas.
To learn more, visit VisionExpo.com/WhyIGo, and follow Vision Expo on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. To register for Vision Expo West, visit www.VisionExpoWest.com.

June 9, 2017April 24, 2018

Elie Saab Presents Its First Eyewear Collection For Spring/Summer 2017

ELIE SAAB presents its first Eyewear Collection for the Spring/ Summer 2017, a sophisticated collection of sunglasses, celebrating a luxurious, modern femininity.

CHAINE:

The modern design and precious materials of these sunglasses are enhanced by fine twisted metal wires, adding sophistication to the pure round (ES 004/S) and squared (ES 003/S) frames.

Gold-plated finishing and exclusive ZEISS lenses with a light gold mirror effect emphasize the feeling of preciousness.

Distributed by Safilo: www.safilo.com

June 9, 2017April 24, 2018

Transitions and New Look Host Educational Event for Canadian Media

Pinellas Park, Fla. – Transitions Optical, in conjunction with New Look Eyewear, welcomed summer on Wednesday, May 31 with an invite-only event in Montreal, where 17 Canadian media, bloggers and influencers were in attendance. During the event, attendees learned about the importance of protecting the eyes from the sun and were given the opportunity to try on fashionable frames fitted with Transitions^® lenses.

The event welcomed numerous influencers, including Lauriane Bélair and Lolitta Dandoy, Fashion is Everywhere, Virginie Pichet, Le Cahier and Lauriane Bergeron, Le blog de LB, to learn all they could about the Transitions brand. Also in attendance were employees from New Look eyewear – including two of the company’s Transitions lens ambassadors who educated attendees on the importance of protection from UV and harmful blue light and why Transitions lenses are the ideal solution.

Each of the 17 attendees received a gift bag with a $1,000 gift certificate redeemable at New Look Eyewear locations for a pair of eyeglasses with Transitions lenses.

Photo: Transitions Optical and New Look Eyewear employees pose with their Transitions lenses during the event – the indoor and outdoor location allowed for the perfect opportunity to try out the lenses.

Click HERE for full press release.

June 8, 2017April 24, 2018

Oxford Student Creates Synthetic Retina

Vanessa Restrepo-Schild, a 24-year old doctoral student at the Oxford Department of Chemistry, created a soft, double-layered retina out of a combination of biological and synthetic materials.

The “cells” are constructed from hydrogel (a soft, flexible polymer which is 90% water) droplets coated in cell membrane proteins. The performance of the prototype device, a 4×4 array of 16 “pixels,” was published in the April 2017 issue of Scientific Reports.

Like real retinal cells, these synthetic cells can detect light and changes in light and convert that into electronic signals, creating a grey-scaled image.

By using biologically friendly materials, the goal is to create a device less invasive than existing artificial retinal implants and less likely to produce adverse reactions like inflammation or scarring. “The human eye is incredibly sensitive, which is why foreign bodies like metal retinal implants can be so damaging, leading to inflammation and/or scarring. But a biological synthetic implant is soft and water based, so much more friendly to the eye environment,” says Restrepo-Schild.

The device has so far only been tested in laboratory conditions, but Oxford University reports that it has applied for a patent and work is ongoing to adapt the technology to a bionic implant for animal and eventually human clinical trials.

More information: http://www.ox.ac.uk/news/2017-05-04-oxford-student-creates-first-synthetic-retina

June 7, 2017April 24, 2018

Cole Haan Launches StudiøGrand Eyewear Collection

Cole Haan Eyewear announces the StudiøGrand Eyewear Collection, featuring understated, minimalist silhouettes made for the multifaceted woman.

Optical

CH5019. This geek-chic style features a durable acetate frame front with lightweight rubber temples for comfort and breathability in a palette of rich horn colorations. Available in Brown Horn, Blue Horn and Purple Horn.

Distributed by Marchon: www.marchon.com

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Integrating hearing care into optometry practice

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Discover why hearing care belongs in your eyecare practice. Learn about the cognitive link between vision and hearing, economies of scale, and the 30% revenue growth opportunity for independent ECPs.

Learn More

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FYidoctors has achieved Platinum Club status in Canada’s Best Managed Companies program while also being recognized among Canada’s Best Workplaces™.

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Doyle Optometrists and Opticians has opened its 27th location in Aylmer, marking the company’s entry into the Outaouais region.

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