NAVCP Survey Shows Stand-Alone Plans Prompt More Eye Exams

Posted: 8/25/2010 12:21 PM
Consumers who belong to stand-alone vision care plans are twice as likely to get an annual comprehensive eye exam as those whose vision coverage is “bundled” with their major medical plan, according to a study sponsored by the National Association of Vision Care Plans.

Davis Vision Uses Power of Its Connections to Fuel Outreach Efforts

Posted: 8/16/2010 Volume Number: 24:9
When it comes to giving back to the community, Davis Vision knows how to make the most of its connections.

NAVCP Survey Shows Stand-Alone Plans Prompt More Eye Exams

Posted: 8/16/2010 Volume Number: 24:9
Consumers who belong to stand-alone vision care plans are twice as likely to get an annual comprehensive eye exam as those whose vision coverage is “bundled” with their major medical plan, according to a study sponsored by the National Association of Vision Care Plans (NAVCP).

14th Annual EastWest Eye Conference Set for Cleveland Oct. 7-10

Posted: 8/25/2010 5:51 PM
CLEVELAND—Plans are set for the 14^th annual EastWest Eye Conference to be held here Oct. 7–10.

Labapalooza to Return to Las Vegas With New Features

Posted: 8/16/2010 Volume Number: 24:9
Labapalooza, Jobson’s annual celebration of optical labs, will return to Las Vegas this Fall at International Vision Expo West.

OLA Reveals Details for Annual Meeting Co-Located at VEW

Posted: 8/16/2010 Volume Number: 24:9
With the theme “Tradition + Vision = The Future,” the Optical Laboratories Association (OLA) 2010 Annual Meeting will be held in conjunction with International Vision Expo West and will include general sessions, networking luncheons and a dedicated exhibit hall space for OLA meeting attendees, according to an announcement from show organizers.

Optical Women’s Association to Host POWW Event at ABO-NCLE Meeting

Posted: 8/16/2010 Volume Number: 24:9
The Optical Women’s Association (OWA) will be sponsoring a Professional Optical Women’s Workshop (POWW) which will be the general session at the upcoming 2010 ABO-NCLE National Education Conference.

Professional Eye Care Associates of America Meet

Posted: 8/16/2010 Volume Number: 24:9
Doctors and industry partners throughout the country attended the three-day Professional Eye Care Associations (PECAA) annual conference which focused on medical models, cutting-edge technology, marketing for the future and business solutions.

Professional Groups and Industry Execs Attend 2nd Eye Health Summit

Posted: 8/16/2010 Volume Number: 24:9
The Foundation for Eye Health Awareness (www.ehafoundation.org) hosted the second Eye Health Summit earlier this month in Rosemont, Illinois.

SLUGFest 2010 Showcases New Manufacturing Concepts

Posted: 8/16/2010 Volume Number: 24:9
The Satisloh Users Group (SLUG), consisting of about 150 optical lab executives and technicians, met here from July 14 to 17 to attend SLUGFest 2010.

Luxottica to Return to Expo West as Sponsor of Visionomics Program

Posted: 8/16/2010 Volume Number: 24:9
Luxottica will return to active participation in International Vision Expo West.

Optical Women’s Association to Host POWW Event at ABO-NCLE Meeting

Posted: 8/16/2010 Volume Number: 24:9
The Optical Women’s Association (OWA) will be sponsoring a Professional Optical Women’s Workshop (POWW) which will be the general session at the upcoming 2010 ABO-NCLE National Education Conference.

Labapalooza to Return to Las Vegas With New Features

Posted: 8/16/2010 Volume Number: 24:9
Labapalooza, Jobson’s annual celebration of optical labs, will return to Las Vegas this Fall at International Vision Expo West.

Jobson's Digital Ad Network Allows Practitioners to Improve Communication With Patients

Posted: 9/1/2010 11:13 AM
NEW YORK—With the digital signage market nearly tripling in size over the past eight years, there's been a dramatic impact on the way retailers of all types are using digital signage at the point of purchase in their locations.

Social Sun Helps Sunglass Hut Connect

Posted: 8/27/2010 11:07 AM
MASON, Ohio—Technology is enabling consumers to experience sunwear purchasing in many new and different ways.

How to Develop Social Media Guidelines for Your Practice or Business

Posted: 8/20/2010 3:24 PM
NEW YORK—E-Consultancy recently posted a piece that offers some very realistic advice to those who are attempting to work out a solid process and policy toward social media within their own business or company.

ABO Selects Prometric for Board Exam

Posted: 8/16/2010 Volume Number: 24:9
The American Board of Optometry said that Prometric, a leading global provider of technology-enabled testing and assessment services, will be the ABO’s partner in developing the new optometry board certification examination.

Labapalooza to Return to Las Vegas With New Features

Posted: 8/16/2010 Volume Number: 24:9
Labapalooza, Jobson’s annual celebration of optical labs, will return to Las Vegas this Fall at International Vision Expo West.