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January 19, 2015April 24, 2018

Health Canada Approves First ‘Bionic Eye’

The Argus II is the first retinal prosthesis system of its kind to be approved by Health Canada from Second Sight Medical Products. The “bionic eye” is used for treating outer retinal degeneration and Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP) blindness.

The system provides electrical pulses to stimulate the retina’s remaining cells, resulting in a perception of light patterns in the brain. The implant aids shape and large object recognition, as well as people and object identification, such as finding doorways, and following lines or edges.

An estimated 13,000 people in Canada and 1.2 million people worldwide have RP. Argus II is implanted in more than 100 individuals worldwide. This Canadian approval will allow service expansion into additional provinces beyond Ontario. In June 2014, the first Canadian patient received the Argus II at the Toronto Western Hospital.

For more information, click HERE.

January 19, 2015April 24, 2018

Innotec’s Bold Innovation: the Spenser

Innotec Eyewear brand from Ogi Eyewear introduces a new lightweight, masculine frame for 2015. The Spenser represents sleek design and lightweight feel at its finest. Featuring an angular bridge, large lens shape and a custom Innotec hinge, the Spenser displays durability, innovation and technology for any occasion. Offered in four gradient fade colors including black fade/black, brown fade/silver, green fade/green and blue fade/navy. http://www.innoteceyewear.com/

January 18, 2015April 24, 2018

New Essilor Canada President Incoming February 1st
as Marc Tersigni Moves Ahead

Marc Tersigni, President of Essilor Canada confirmed to VuePoint that a new President will be appointed at Essilor Canada effective February 1, 2015. Mr. Tersigni will assume new responsibilities within the company.

Mr. Tersigni joined Essilor Canada in 1996 as Sales and Operations Manager. He was appointed as Managing Director, Essilor UK in 2008 and returned to Canada in the top role in 2011.

The company is expected to release further information regarding the reorganization shortly.

January 16, 2015April 24, 2018

Ogi Eyewear Appoints New Senior Director of Operations

Ogi Eyewear announces Glenn Sherling as Senior Director of Operations. He joins the company in a new position in which he will be responsible for driving growth and the development of innovative business building strategies. Sherling will oversee and lead operations.

He is fully equipped to lead in operations management. Sherling provides a rare yet crucial expertise through his ability to deliver innovative solutions at a strategic leadership level.

Sherling’s background includes a wide range of business experience in management, marketing and leadership positions with a strong record of project management. He specializes in creating positive change and building high performance teams. Most recently he served as the Vice President of Marketing at AllOver Media, a pioneer in the outdoor media category.

“I am excited and thrilled to join Ogi Eyewear and be a part of the team. They have a great product portfolio and are well positioned for future growth,” states Glenn Sherling.

For further information, click HERE.

January 16, 2015April 24, 2018

Tura’s Titanflex Debuts New Flat Memory Metal Styles for Men

Inspired by high technology and modern European design, the Titanflex styles are super flexible at the bridge and temple and ultra lightweight. In contrast to the traditional memory bridge with “chucking pipe” solder joints, these frames use a flat metal bridge. Adjustability is a brand hallmark, as well as an easy temple shorting system, for a perfect fit frame. Debuts in February. http://www.tura.com/