Little Vinyl Factory has its claws out with these new sunglasses named Black Cat. Your little pussycats will have a hell of a look with these polarized sunglasses which pay tribute to a Washington DC underground music club.
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Submission of abstracts is now open for the Academy 2017 Chicago conference, to be held Wednesday, October 11 through Saturday, October 14.
The Academy’s Scientific Program offers scientists, educators, and clinicians the opportunity to exchange the latest information in optometry and vision science in two formats: research paper presentations and scientific posters.
The abstract submission window will be open from May 1 through May 31, 2017. Presentations from students and residents will also be considered. First authors of accepted papers or posters can register for Academy 2017 Chicago at reduced rates.
“The annual meeting of the Academy is a great forum to showcase your recent scientific and clinical findings in optometry and vision science, and we encourage authors to submit abstracts for both oral and poster presentations,” remarked Suresh Viswanathan, MS, PhD, FAAO, Chair of the Scientific Program Committee.
To read more about the submission guidelines or to submit an abstract, visit http://www.aaopt.org/Meetings/Academy2017/SciProg.
New for 2017, basketball superstar and two-time gold medalist Kevin Durant is teaming up with Nike Vision for the third iteration of the collaborative line of optical eyewear. The new KD Signature Collection will feature three adult and three kid’s styles in a variety of stylish shapes, colours options and patterns worn and inspired by Kevin Durant himself.
NIKE 3KD
This youth style will feature a customized acetate frame design, coupled with spring hinges for comfort and durability. A modified version of the adult NIKE 3KD, this style is available in Matte Black and Crystal Clear.
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Calgary, AB – FYidoctors announces that Gole Eyeworks has joined FYidoctors as of November 28, 2016. Gole Eyeworks is a long-standing practice with two locations serving the communities of Newmarket and Arthur, Ontario. FYidoctors is proud to welcome the expertise of Drs. Robert Gole, Najma Uddin, Michael Hinch and their staff to the FYidoctors team.
This acquisition highlights FYidoctors’ commitment to providing quality patient care while focusing on technology and innovation. The team at Gole Eyeworks is on the forefront of contact lens technology and the treatment of dry eyes. Equipped with the latest frames and diagnostic equipment, this partnership further solidifies FYidoctors’ footprint in Ontario and demonstrates ongoing commitment to growth in Canada’s eastern provinces.
City Focus Optometry in Calgary, Airdrie Specs Optometry and Carstairs Specs Optometry have been acquired by FYidoctors, according to announcements last week.
Specs Optometry has two locations which have served in the communities of Carstairs and Airdrie in Alberta for over 20 years. Drs. Ali Moradian, Andrew Denson, Marie-Josee Laflamme, Patrick O’Brien and Karen Pinchak will join FYidoctors.
“There is a bit of nostalgia in welcoming Dr. Andrew Denson, Dr. Ali Moradian and their team of doctors and staff from Airdrie and Carstairs to FYidoctors. I personally practiced in the very location Dr. Denson first began his practice in Airdrie and made frequent trips to Carstairs,” said Dr. Alan Ulsifer, President and CEO of FYidoctors. “It is amazing how these communities have grown and how successful these two clinics have become. These are entrepreneurial doctors who have made a name for themselves in the community and I am very proud to have them on our team.”
Also joining FYidoctors are Dr. Laurie Dodds, Dr. Jill Bridges, Dr. Annie Drouin, Dr. Lori Lukey and the staff from City Focus Optometry, a longstanding practice in downtown Calgary.
“I am very pleased to add to our Calgary footprint with the addition of Drs. Laurie Dodds, Jill Bridges, Annie Drouin, and Lori Lukey from City Focus Optometry,” said Alan Ulsifer. “Despite the economic downturn, these doctors have continued to grow their practice and patient base because of their patient-first approach. Our Brand continues to grow in Calgary and across the country and I am very proud to add City Focus to our team.”
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Learn More Optometry Giving Sight has appointed Dr. Luigi Bilotto as Chair, Canada, and welcomed Dr. Alan Glazier to its Board of Directors.
Read more J.F. REY introduces SAKURA, a limited-edition sunglass creation from J.F. REY LAB enhanced by an exclusive Cherry Blossom fragrance developed with ROBERTET.
Read more Canadian eye care organizations are reminding consumers that cosmetic contact lenses are medical devices that can pose serious risks to vision if used improperly.
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Read more The Vision Council’s Consumer inSights Q3 2026 report highlights stable consumer spending, increased vision coverage and evolving eyewear purchasing trends.
Learn More Optometry Giving Sight has appointed Dr. Luigi Bilotto as Chair, Canada, and welcomed Dr. Alan Glazier to its Board of Directors.
Read more J.F. REY introduces SAKURA, a limited-edition sunglass creation from J.F. REY LAB enhanced by an exclusive Cherry Blossom fragrance developed with ROBERTET.
Read more Canadian eye care organizations are reminding consumers that cosmetic contact lenses are medical devices that can pose serious risks to vision if used improperly.
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