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February 8, 2017April 24, 2018

Introducing the NEW MagniLink Voice II Reading Machine

Eschenbach Optik of America announces the new and improved MagniLink Voice II. A second generation reading machine with high performance, contemporary design and expanded features. With the push of a button, this user-friendly reading machine converts text into speech.

The MagniLink Voice II is easy to set-up: unfold the handle, place the reading material underneath the camera, and press the orange button to begin hearing the text read aloud. It can read misaligned documents, full letter pages and has automatic language detection with voice feedback on all of the functions. The reading speed, volume, audio profiles, voices and light can be adjusted. It has three user modes including basic, full and customizable and now has an option to connect to an external monitor via HDMI output so scanned text can be displayed visually while it’s read aloud.

This new-age reading machine is available with two options – HDMI monitor output and internal battery.

Click HERE to read the full press release.

February 7, 2017April 24, 2018

GERMANOTTA : The All-in-One Retro and Futuristic Frame

Time-travel guaranteed with the Olympia by Vinyl Factory collection and this GERMANOTTA model. Its retro-futuristic look will appeal to both the sixties nostalgic and the fans of anticipation… After all, doesn’t the Olympia host anything from classical music to electro rave parties?

Distributed by Optiman Group: www.optimaninc.com

February 7, 2017April 24, 2018

Ontario Expands Drug List for Optometrists

The Ontario government has announced the expansion of the list of drugs that Optometrists can prescribe. An additional 11 drugs have been added to the list including specific topical corticosteroids and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents. Notably cyclosporine (brand name Restasis® Allergan), a topical immunomodulator indicated to increase tear production, is among the newly added drugs.

Click for the statement from the College of Optometrists of Ontario :

February 7, 2017April 24, 2018

U of W School of Optometry & Vision Science Celebrates 50 Years

University of Waterloo’s School of Optometry & Vision Science announces their 50th anniversary launch event. This event will be an opportunity to help bring students, faculty, staff and retirees together for some fun activities and get everyone in the spirit of the School’s 50^th year.

On Wednesday, February 8, 2017, pick up a “passport” in the morning and then complete a scavenger hunt of facts, both historical and fun. There will be pizza and cupcakes, as well as 50^th anniversary prizes to win! Participants will have all day to complete their passports. Several speeches will be made during lunch and the first of the prizes will be awarded. The day will wrap up with final prize draws.

Speakers During the Lunch Break

Feridun Hamdullahpur will talk about the 60^th anniversary of the university. Debbie Jones and Marlee Spafford will focus on School’s 50^th Anniversary and will reflect on the past, acknowledge contributors and talk about the future, 50 and beyond.

Schedule:

8:30 – 9:30 am – pick up your passport and grab a coffee

12:30 – 1:30 pm – speeches, first round of prizes, cupcakes and pizza

5:00 pm – final draw

Source : https://uwaterloo.ca/optometry-vision-science/events/50th-anniversary-launch-event?hootPostID=994f7e7c77574f8d16cf3d0326906c2e

February 6, 2017April 24, 2018

New Destination Travel Continuing Education Partnership Announced

VuePoint IDS announces destination CE partnership with Carlson WagonLit Travel (CWT) a world leader in leisure and business travel management services, part of Carlson Companies headquartered in Paris, France.

Through this exclusive partnership, VuePoint’s CE Solutions division and CWT will provide a series of luxury class destination programs for accredited Continuing Education courses for eye care professionals. CWT has the expertise to source outstanding travel experiences on land and sea and has over 15 years of experience in accredited Continuing Education travel arrangements with health care professionals.

“We’re pleased to bring CWT into this partnership. Their expertise in leisure and business travel arrangements is indispensable to making destination CE work seamlessly,” said David Pietrobon, President of VuePoint IDS.

Kathleen Loewen, CWT Canada, Manager, Group & Specialized Travel, said “We are very pleased to be expanding our destination CE travel service to eye care professionals. We are excited about the opportunity to arrange many pleasant memories for our future clients.”

The Destination CE approach is a complement to the online Continuing Education courses offered through VuePoint’s platforms, and part of the philosophy of education when and where you want it.

VuePoint provides online courses accredited by the Vision Institute of Canada and others through its online optometry platform and have recently launched an opticianry platform. More information on VuePoint CE Solutions may be found at http://CE.VuePoint.ca.

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