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Managed Vision Care  

Ball Named CFO For VSP Global

Posted: 3/15/2010 12:25 AM Volume Number: 24:4
VSP Global announced that Donald J. Ball Jr. has been named its chief financial officer.

Delta Dental of Missouri Acquires Advantica EyeCare

Posted: 3/1/2010 12:03 AM Volume Number: 24:3

The ‘New’ Word of Mouth

Posted: 3/1/2010 Volume Number: 24:3

AOA Resigns From NAVCP, Citing Group’s Health Care ‘Agenda’

Posted: 2/15/2010 12:37 AM Volume Number: 24:2

VSP Global Launches Loyalty Program

Posted: 2/15/2010 12:19 AM Volume Number: 24:2

McGrann Named Chief Technology Officer of VSP Global

Posted: 2/15/2010 12:04 AM Volume Number: 24:2
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Meetings  

Building a Community, Citizen by Citizen

Posted: 3/15/2010 12:31 AM Volume Number: 24:4
Shortly after this issue hits, Vision Monday will be hosting its annual Global Leadership Summit on March 17.

OAA State Leadership Conference Marks 25th Year

Posted: 3/15/2010 12:31 AM Volume Number: 24:4
The Opticians Association of America (OAA) 2010 State Leadership Conference marked its 25th anniversary here, as leaders from over 25 states attended educational seminars and breakout sessions.

Santinelli’s Retail Sales Team Sets 2010 Plans

Posted: 3/15/2010 12:28 AM Volume Number: 24:4
The retail sales team of Santinelli International, the exclusive Nidek lens edger distributor in the U.S., converged in south Florida in early January for its annual national sales meeting.

OS Members Meet Vendors

Posted: 3/15/2010 12:27 AM Volume Number: 24:4
Members of wholesale lab buying group Optical Synergies (OS) met here last month for several days of educational seminars, a vendor conference and a tour of the historic Alamo.

IDOC Group Plans Educational Series, Annual April Meeting Set

Posted: 3/15/2010 12:04 AM Volume Number: 24:4
Independent Doctors of Optometric Care (IDOC), has been growing its membership rapidly, according to the IDOC’s president and CEO, Mark Feder, OD.

Annual Meeting Still Draws a Crowd

Posted: 3/1/2010 12:49 AM Volume Number: 24:3

Officers and New Directors Elected at the Vision Council

Posted: 3/1/2010 12:06 AM Volume Number: 24:3

Speakers, Program Finalized for VM Global Leadership Summit

Posted: 3/1/2010 12:05 AM Volume Number: 24:3

Charmant Group Celebrates ‘09

Posted: 2/15/2010 12:55 AM Volume Number: 24:2

Viva Holds Sales Meeting

Posted: 2/15/2010 12:49 AM Volume Number: 24:2

Transitions Academy Attendees Have Fun Despite Lack of Sun

Posted: 2/15/2010 12:46 AM Volume Number: 24:2

Transitions Academy Highlights New Lens, Lab of the Year Winner

Posted: 2/15/2010 12:43 AM Volume Number: 24:2

Essilor Kicks Off ’10 With Heavy Schedule of New Releases

Posted: 2/15/2010 12:40 AM Volume Number: 24:2
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Continuing Education  

Eyefinity/OfficeMate’s HITECH Act Online Panel Draws Large Turnout

Posted: 3/15/2010 12:30 AM Volume Number: 24:4
Eyefinity/OfficeMate said that its recent online panel discussion, “Stimulus Money: What Do I Need to Know?” attracted more than 500 attendees who registered for the event.

OS Members Meet Vendors

Posted: 3/15/2010 12:27 AM Volume Number: 24:4
Members of wholesale lab buying group Optical Synergies (OS) met here last month for several days of educational seminars, a vendor conference and a tour of the historic Alamo.

Vision Expo to Host Shamrock Fest in the Med-Sci Pavilion

Posted: 3/15/2010 12:23 AM Volume Number: 24:4
International Vision Expo East invites optometrists to Shamrock Fest on Saturday, March 20, 2010 from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. in the Medical and Scientific Theater, Booth MS1274 inside the exhibit hall.

20/20 Opticianry Study Center Gets Online Makeover

Posted: 3/15/2010 12:08 AM Volume Number: 24:4
The 20/20 Opticianry Study Center has launched a newly redesigned Web site 2020mag.com/ce to offer optical professionals an enhanced user experience for all their continuing education needs.

Augen Launches Trivex Material E-Learning Tool

Posted: 3/15/2010 12:08 AM Volume Number: 24:4
Augen Optics has launched the Trivex material e-training guide for eyecare professionals on its Web site at www.augenoptics.com.

IDOC Group Plans Educational Series, Annual April Meeting Set

Posted: 3/15/2010 12:04 AM Volume Number: 24:4
Independent Doctors of Optometric Care (IDOC), has been growing its membership rapidly, according to the IDOC’s president and CEO, Mark Feder, OD.

Business-Building Courses Ready ECPs for Economic Recovery, Prosperity

Posted: 3/1/2010 12:33 AM Volume Number: 24:3

Exclusive New Courses Tackle Technology, Economy and Health Care

Posted: 3/1/2010 12:32 AM Volume Number: 24:3
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Eyecare Issues  

Two Members Added to Children's Vision Coalition Board

Posted: 3/15/2010 12:27 AM Volume Number: 24:4
The Children's Vision Coalition elected two new members to its board of directors at a recent meeting in Lake Placid, N.Y.

Vision Council Promos Planned for Consumers and Media

Posted: 3/15/2010 12:23 AM Volume Number: 24:4
With International Vision Expo East as a backdrop, The Vision Council has planned several initiatives surrounding the show to educate consumers and the media about the latest eyewear fashion trends, as well as advances in eyecare and eyewear technology.

Vision Expo to Host Shamrock Fest in the Med-Sci Pavilion

Posted: 3/15/2010 12:23 AM Volume Number: 24:4
International Vision Expo East invites optometrists to Shamrock Fest on Saturday, March 20, 2010 from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. in the Medical and Scientific Theater, Booth MS1274 inside the exhibit hall.

Expo Show Organizers Report Steady Pre-Registration Figures

Posted: 3/15/2010 12:22 AM Volume Number: 24:4
More than 15,200 eyecare professionals and buyers have registered for the upcoming Vision Expo East slated for March 19 to 21, according to an announcement from show organizers.

Prevent Blindness America Launches ‘Star Pupils’ Campaign

Posted: 3/15/2010 12:22 AM Volume Number: 24:4
Prevent Blindness America (PBA), the nation’s leading volunteer eye health and safety organization, is launching its “Star Pupils” campaign, the organization’s children’s platform designed to educate parents on children’s vision issues.

Non-Profit Group Restores Vision and Hope for Those in Need

Posted: 3/15/2010 12:07 AM Volume Number: 24:4
NEW YORK—Many in the optical community know Mark Sachs as the product manager, vision and life at Blue Shield of California.

SoloHealth Plans Expansion of Vision Kiosks’ Reach

Posted: 3/15/2010 12:03 AM Volume Number: 24:4
SoloHealth, which currently has nearly 100 self-service EyeSite kiosks offering vision screenings to consumers in seven U.S. markets, will add three more cities this year while enhancing the kiosks’ technology, company officials said recently.

Annual Meeting Still Draws a Crowd

Posted: 3/1/2010 12:49 AM Volume Number: 24:3

The Unique Privileges and Responsibilities of Our Community

Posted: 3/1/2010 12:47 AM Volume Number: 24:3

Optometry's Charity Elects New President

Posted: 3/1/2010 12:46 AM Volume Number: 24:3

VSP Global Extends Healthcare Tech Program

Posted: 3/1/2010 12:45 AM Volume Number: 24:3

American Board of Optometry Sets Timetable for Board Certification

Posted: 3/1/2010 12:43 AM Volume Number: 24:3

Exclusive New Courses Tackle Technology, Economy and Health Care

Posted: 3/1/2010 12:32 AM Volume Number: 24:3

Speakers, Program Finalized for VM Global Leadership Summit

Posted: 3/1/2010 12:05 AM Volume Number: 24:3

AOA Resigns From NAVCP, Citing Group’s Health Care ‘Agenda’

Posted: 2/15/2010 12:37 AM Volume Number: 24:2
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Practice Systems  

Eyefinity/OfficeMate’s HITECH Act Online Panel Draws Large Turnout

Posted: 3/15/2010 12:30 AM Volume Number: 24:4
Eyefinity/OfficeMate said that its recent online panel discussion, “Stimulus Money: What Do I Need to Know?” attracted more than 500 attendees who registered for the event.

VisionWeb Links With OAA for Royalty Program

Posted: 3/15/2010 12:07 AM Volume Number: 24:4
Industry Internet portal VisionWeb is joining up with the Opticians Associations of America to create a royalty program for opticians, similar to a program VisionWeb has offered to American Optometric Association members for a number of years.

Industry Vets Launch Virtual Telesales Firm

Posted: 3/1/2010 12:09 AM Volume Number: 24:3

Jobson Optical Group Launches Unit: The ECP Business Services Group

Posted: 2/15/2010 12:34 AM Volume Number: 24:2
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Refractive Surgery  

Bankruptcy Court Approves TLC Vision Corp. Plan Sponsor Pact With Charlesbank Capital Partners, H.I.G. Capital

Posted: 3/15/2010 12:06 AM Volume Number: 24:4
TLCVision Corporation announced that on Feb. 12 the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware approved an amended plan sponsor agreement backed by affiliates of Charlesbank Capital Partners and H.I.G. Capital, LLC regarding a new plan of reorganization that would result in the payment in full of all outstanding amounts owing to the company’s senior secured lenders under its credit facility.
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Online Trends  

Building a Community, Citizen by Citizen

Posted: 3/15/2010 12:31 AM Volume Number: 24:4
Shortly after this issue hits, Vision Monday will be hosting its annual Global Leadership Summit on March 17.

Eyefinity/OfficeMate’s HITECH Act Online Panel Draws Large Turnout

Posted: 3/15/2010 12:30 AM Volume Number: 24:4
Eyefinity/OfficeMate said that its recent online panel discussion, “Stimulus Money: What Do I Need to Know?” attracted more than 500 attendees who registered for the event.

Navigating With ‘Map Your Show’ App

Posted: 3/15/2010 12:24 AM Volume Number: 24:4
With a focus on organizing the Expo around areas of interest and the latest in eTechnology, International Vision Expo East offers new tools this year to help attendees make the most of their time at the show.

20/20 Opticianry Study Center Gets Online Makeover

Posted: 3/15/2010 12:08 AM Volume Number: 24:4
The 20/20 Opticianry Study Center has launched a newly redesigned Web site 2020mag.com/ce to offer optical professionals an enhanced user experience for all their continuing education needs.

Augen Launches Trivex Material E-Learning Tool

Posted: 3/15/2010 12:08 AM Volume Number: 24:4
Augen Optics has launched the Trivex material e-training guide for eyecare professionals on its Web site at www.augenoptics.com.

Viva International Launches New B-to-B Web Site

Posted: 3/15/2010 12:04 AM Volume Number: 24:4
Viva International Group launched its redesigned interactive Web site, www.vivagroup.com, on March 1.

Luxottica Joins Network of Suppliers on VisionWeb

Posted: 3/1/2010 12:02 AM Volume Number: 24:3

The ‘New’ Word of Mouth

Posted: 3/1/2010 Volume Number: 24:3

Jobson’s New Division Inks Partnership With Ridgewood New Media

Posted: 2/15/2010 12:37 AM Volume Number: 24:2
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