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As the U.S. population ages, the number of Americans with age-related macular degeneration (AMD) continues to rise. A recent study published in JAMA Ophthalmology, The Prevalence of Age-Related Macular Degeneration in the U.S. in 2019, found that the number of Americans with age-related macular degeneration has risen to nearly 20 million people. This is nearly three times previous estimates. There are many new treatment options available that, with early detection, can help slow the progression and make living with AMD easier for patients and their families. This is why eyecare professionals around the world are boosting their education programs to keep patients in the know when it comes to AMD diagnosis and treatment. Here are descriptions of some of those efforts posted on Instagram by ECPs.
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Chris Throckmorton named CEO of EyeCare Partners; The Vision Council convened optical industry leaders for Executive Summit; ECPs’ gross revenue decreased, Jobson Tracker says; The Vision Council releases 2023 Market inSights Report; and three new speakers join VM's Leadership Summit program all topped this week’s VMAIL news feed. Click on the headlines below to catch up on anything you might have missed.
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ST. LOUIS—EyeCare Partners (ECP), a leading provider of clinically integrated eyecare, announced that Chris Throckmorton has been named chief executive officer, succeeding the role held by Ben Breier as interim CEO. This change is effective Jan. 29, 2024. “We are thrilled Chris is joining the organization,” said Breier, head of U.S. private equity health and life at Partners Group. “Chris’ proven track record and dedication to patients and clinicians made him the ideal candidate to lead the organization into its next phase of growth and success. We look forward to witnessing the positive impact he will have on our continued commitment to enhance vision, advance eyecare and improve lives.”
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Did you follow the optical news this week? Take VM’s News Quiz to see how much you know. This week's quiz takes a look at a key executive named at EyeCare Partners, super times at the Super Bowl and a milestone for NCCVEH.
Click here to take the quiz.
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This LED light will bring some very cool vibes to your office, front desk or home. You can purchase—and personalize—it on Etsy here. #WeShareIt
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NEW YORK—A leading futurist who will provide informed insights and data about the advent of Generative AI technology to business leaders, a noted expert's views about the fast-moving adoption of AI technology in the retail space, and a top global influencer discussing AI's role in branding and the consumer experience are three new speakers rounding out the program for the upcoming 2024 VM Leadership Summit, "What's Your AI Acuity? Sharpening a Vision for the Future," to be held March 13 here just prior to Vision Expo East.
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