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September 24, 2019September 24, 2019

AAOF Announces 2019-2020 Allergan Foundation Research Grant Recipient

The American Academy of Optometry Foundation (AAOF), in partnership with the Allergan Foundation, announce Loretta B. Szczotka-Flynn, OD, PhD, FAAO, as the 2019-2020 recipient of the Allergan Foundation Research Grant.

Dr. Flynn is a professor of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at Case Western Reserve University. She has been awarded a $60,000 grant for her project, “Modeling Corneal Endothelial Cell Health Parameters as Predictors of Keratoplasty Stress.”

Her collaborative group of co-investigators include:

Primary Investigator:

Loretta B. Szczotka-Flynn, OD, PhD, FAAO

Co-Investigators: Tim McMahon OD, FAAO; University of Illinois at Chicago

Langis Michaud OD, FAAO; Montreal School of Optometry

Tracy Nguyen OD, PhD, FAAO; SUNY College of Optometry

Muriel Schornack OD, FAAO; Mayo Clinic Department of Ophthalmology

Christine Sindt OD, FAAO; Iowa Department of Ophthalmology

This highly competitive grant is awarded to talented optometrists and/or vision scientists, who are Academy members, and are currently undertaking cutting edge research in the areas of glaucoma and/or the anterior segment. This is the sixth year the Allergan Foundation has sponsored this generous grant through the AAOF.

Dr. Szczotka-Flynn and her team will be honoured for their achievement at the annual AAOF Celebration Luncheon at Academy 2019 Orlando on Saturday, October 26, 2019.

Click HERE for the full press release.

September 23, 2019September 23, 2019

Eyes Wide Open Episode 1: Finding Stars – Avoiding Passengers

In the new podcast Eyes Wide Open, host Dr. Glen Chiasson casts a curious eye on topics of relevance and interest to Canadian Eye Care professionals. Our first episode addresses the most challenging issues (arguably) facing Canadian ECPs: Finding and retaining great staff.

Glen is joined by Chief Visionary Officer of Fit First Technologies Tim Brennan, who breaks down some of the commonly held myths about the hiring process and particularly how bias enters into the decision process. Much of Tim’s experience is directly in the eye care industry, providing the opportunity to validate candidate selection technology with real-world performance.

Listen here:

Find all episodes at https://eyecarebusiness.ca/podcasts/

September 23, 2019May 20, 2026

Fun that Floats! Floatable Sunglasses for T(w)eens by Lacoste Eyewear

A playful new addition to the Lacoste Junior Collection, the first style of
unisex Floatable sunglasses, for tweens and teens. Perfect to be used in
the pool or the sea, the colourful and easy to wear Floatable style offers
the perfect mix between aesthetic, comfort and functionality.
Photo: model L3630S

Distributed by Marchon: https://www.marchon.com/

September 23, 2019September 20, 2019

SeeMax Infinite – Vision Perfected

There are two main types of residual aberrations. Some wearers will be more sensitive to oblique astigmatism, while others experience greater sensitivity to power error.

That’s why Nikon is launching the new SeeMax Infinite…The first single vision lens offering everyone personalized sensitivity optimization. This all new vision sensitivity personalization ensures that the lens is intelligently designed to cancel the type of aberration which a lens wearer is more sensitive to.

This unique personalization parameter can only be measured with Nikon’s proprietary iPad application. This new lens is customizable and available in a wide range of materials and options.

Benefits:

Sharpest vision possible

Natural vision when scanning from side to side

Lenses feel like they are tailor-made for the patient’s vision

Easy to go from contact lenses to glasses

Click HERE for the full press release.

September 20, 2019September 20, 2019

ABB OPTICAL GROUP Announces Expansion into Canada

ABB OPTICAL GROUP, a leading provider of optical products and business solutions in the eye care industry, announced its expansion into the Canadian market. Beginning in 2020, ABB OPTICAL will distribute contact lenses in Canada, starting with servicing FYidoctors, Canada’s largest doctor-owned provider of eye care and ophthalmic products and services, and their Independent Alliance clinics.

According to ABB OPTICAL’s market intelligence, eye care professionals in Canada have not had the opportunity to benefit from contact lens consolidation and business management best practices with one distributor – a common model in the United States which provides efficiency, cost savings, and better, faster service for practices and patients.

“We are excited about our expansion into the Canadian market and look forward to serving the country’s eye care professionals,” said ABB OPTICAL GROUP Chief Executive Officer Tom Burke. “We have seen time and time again that efficient contact lens supply chain management can help improve patient care. Benefits to a practice include lowered costs, administrative time savings and improved turn-around time for patients to receive their lenses.”

Burke added that ABB OPTICAL’s expansion into Canada also benefits the Canadian economy, stating, “In addition to servicing eye care professionals, we’re excited to be making a substantial economic investment in Canada. ABB OPTICAL will operate its own Canadian distribution center which will house inventory, and our expanded business will provide job opportunities for Canadians.”

Speaking about the new arrangement, FYidoctors’ CEO and Chairman Dr. Alan Ulsifer added, “ABB’s entrance into Canada will bring incredible benefits to Canadian optometrists. The company’s proven systems of single source ordering, direct to patient delivery, and business solutions and services will help Canadian optometrists thrive in a market that continues to be challenging. We are very excited and proud to be their first customers.”

ABB OPTICAL also offers other business solutions for the optical industry that could benefit Canadian eye care professionals in the future, such as lens fabrication, ophthalmic lens distribution, frames distribution, practice development strategies, a data and analytics platform, and gas permeable contact lens manufacturing.

Source: https://abboptical.com/about-us/pressroom/9_12_2019

Eye on the Industry Episode 14: New Look at 40 with Jacinthe Laurendeau

New Look President Jacinthe Laurendeau joins Eye on the Industry to celebrate the company’s 40th anniversary and discuss innovation, technology, customer experience and what comes next.

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Optik Sept-Oct 2026 issue Voila Mood Bonne franquette silure de loire

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Created with French chef Mathieu Pérou, Silure de Loire pairs a round acetate silhouette with tortoise tones, subtle green accents and resin details inspired by fish scales.

Transitions Students of Vision 2026 - EN

Students of Vision Challenges Future Eye Care Professionals to Reimagine Light Management

The Students of Vision Scholarship Program, presented by Transitions Optical and the Opticians Association of Canada, challenges future eye care professionals to develop a creative initiative that helps young adults better understand the impact of light on visual comfort, performance and everyday life. Top submissions will receive scholarships and smart eyewear equipped with Transitions lenses.

New Research Finds Most Adults with Eye Strain Symptoms Skip Professional Care

A new Vision Council report shows most adults with digital eye strain symptoms never seek care, underscoring the importance of eyecare providers in guiding patients.

Applications Open for MIDO AWARDS 2027

Applications are now open for the MIDO AWARDS 2027, including the CSE Award, CSE Corporate Award and Best Store Award, recognizing sustainability, innovation and excellence across the global optical industry.

Eye on the Industry Episode 14: New Look at 40 with Jacinthe Laurendeau

New Look President Jacinthe Laurendeau joins Eye on the Industry to celebrate the company’s 40th anniversary and discuss innovation, technology, customer experience and what comes next.

Learn More

Served with Style

Created with French chef Mathieu Pérou, Silure de Loire pairs a round acetate silhouette with tortoise tones, subtle green accents and resin details inspired by fish scales.

Students of Vision Challenges Future Eye Care Professionals to Reimagine Light Management

New Research Finds Most Adults with Eye Strain Symptoms Skip Professional Care

A new Vision Council report shows most adults with digital eye strain symptoms never seek care, underscoring the importance of eyecare providers in guiding patients.

Applications Open for MIDO AWARDS 2027

Eye on the Industry Episode 14: New Look at 40 with Jacinthe Laurendeau

New Look President Jacinthe Laurendeau joins Eye on the Industry to celebrate the company’s 40th anniversary and discuss innovation, technology, customer experience and what comes next.

Learn More

Served with Style

Created with French chef Mathieu Pérou, Silure de Loire pairs a round acetate silhouette with tortoise tones, subtle green accents and resin details inspired by fish scales.

Students of Vision Challenges Future Eye Care Professionals to Reimagine Light Management

New Research Finds Most Adults with Eye Strain Symptoms Skip Professional Care

A new Vision Council report shows most adults with digital eye strain symptoms never seek care, underscoring the importance of eyecare providers in guiding patients.

Applications Open for MIDO AWARDS 2027

Eye on the Industry Episode 14: New Look at 40 with Jacinthe Laurendeau

New Look President Jacinthe Laurendeau joins Eye on the Industry to celebrate the company’s 40th anniversary and discuss innovation, technology, customer experience and what comes next.

Learn More

Served with Style

Created with French chef Mathieu Pérou, Silure de Loire pairs a round acetate silhouette with tortoise tones, subtle green accents and resin details inspired by fish scales.

Students of Vision Challenges Future Eye Care Professionals to Reimagine Light Management

New Research Finds Most Adults with Eye Strain Symptoms Skip Professional Care

A new Vision Council report shows most adults with digital eye strain symptoms never seek care, underscoring the importance of eyecare providers in guiding patients.

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