Practice Ownership

The Vision Council report highlights providers’ expectations and the perceived impact of economic factors including tariffs, inflation, staffing and hiring, and technological integration including telehealth and artificial intelligence.

The Retina Institute of Illinois is led by 9 physicians who have been providing comprehensive eye care in Illinois for almost 25 years.

HB 1352 will take effect in August 2025 with additional provisions to roll out based on plan renewals, contract changes, or by January 1, 2026.

Alysse Henkel, vice president of Research and inSights at The Vision Council, advised that expanding budget and mid-market frame options may help improve frames sales.

Steven T. Reed, OD, American Optometric Association's president, overviews the 2024 highlights and how the organization plans to extend success into 2025.

Practice Compliance Solutions, CodeSAFEPLUS, Practice Resource Management, and EyeCode Education have formed Practice Performance Partners.

The company sits at spot 43 for “its outstanding performance in areas including unit growth, financial strength and stability, and brand power."

The award program includes Transitions Healthy Sight Ambassador, Eyecare Practice of the Year, Retailer of the Year, and Channel Partner of the Year awards.

Practice owners testify to the importance of trying new things, not being afraid to fail, and utilizing community as a resource when starting up a new practice.

Optometrists weigh in on the importance of building patient loyalty.

Don’t mistake financial feasibility as the sole decider in employee enrollment.

Showcasing your practice’s eyewear collections plays a huge role in your success and helps differentiate you from your competitors.

Danielle Crull, ABOM, details Truffles' story and new initiatives she has taken on to destigmatize glasses and patching for children.

According to the American Optometric Association, there are more than 7700 licensed practicing optometrists in 6 states affected by the hurricanes.

Danielle Crull, ABOM, of A Child's Eyes discusses what is now possible at her glasses dispensary that was not previously possible without Truffles.

Truffles the Kitty has helped put A Child's Eyes patients feel more at ease when being fitted with glasses while taking social media by storm.

Opal, the new digital marketplace, will streamline contact lens ordering and allow patients and practices to order select OTC products, according to a news release.

Tips and tricks to show patients you care in order to stay competitive in today's optical market.

Mile Brujic, OD, FAAO, outlines the essentials to starting a speciality contact lens practice, including speciality competency and accessing resources.

The Contact Lens Institute research found that both new and long-term wearers of contact lenses were positively impacted by their eye care providers allowing adequate chair time during exams, among other factors.

The study, conducted in July 2024, reported decreases in all areas of practice performance, including revenue, staff retention, and patient acquisition and retention.

AOA associate members have access to services, programs, educational materials, and discounts on event registration fees, according to a news release.

Both seasoned and newer practice owners share their insights for preventing burnout through practice management.

The launch of the interactive vision curriculum kit series aligns with National Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month, which is recognized in August.

TEAM-OGS gives practices more fundraising opportunities to end preventable blindness and vision impairment globally throughout the year.

Reflecting on big optometric wins keeps eye care in perspective.

LGBTQ patients are more at risk for not receiving health care due to fear of discrimination.

Christina Schiller, OD, Blake Jarrard, OD, and Christopher Herring, OD, were this year’s recipients.