PRWeb: Health Vision

Kansas City LASIK Eye Surgeon Launches New Website with an Eye Toward the Future of Vision Care

A prominent practice offering LASIK surgery in Kansas City (http://www.durrievision.com/) is turning its eyes toward its own website. Dr. Daniel Durrie with Durrie Vision hopes its new, state-of-the-art website will offer online visitors a virtual glimpse into the innovative technologies available to help them improve their vision and reduce the need for glasses and contact lenses. (PRWeb Mar 12, 2010)

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Rajesh Khanna, MD Selected as One of America?s Top Ophthalmologist

Consumer’s Research Council of America has selected Rajesh Khanna MD Has one of America's Top Ophthalmologist (PRWeb Mar 10, 2010)

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Optelec Gets Creative: CSUN San Diego and VisionZone Premier with Special Movie Debut

Optelec will gather with industry professionals to display the latest technology for persons with disabilities and reveal new nationwide movement to promote ocular health awareness (PRWeb Mar 10, 2010)

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Dr. Khanna Sponsoring the 11th Annual Children Uniting Nations Awards Celebration

Khanna Institute continues to support charitable organizations especially focused on kids. (PRWeb Mar 6, 2010)

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Aravind to receive $1.5 million Hilton Humanitarian Prize

Conrad N. Hilton Foundation announces jury selection of innovative eye care provider that has saved millions from blindness in India, now recognized as a low-cost model for efficient healthcare globally. (PRWeb Mar 5, 2010)

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Optical Express Reports Successful Launch of Ambassador Programme

Optical Express' newly-launched Ambassador Referral Programme has taken off at full speed, according to the programme directors. (PRWeb Mar 4, 2010)

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IRS Special Sale: $50 Off On Optometric Office Design Book Through April 15

Barbara Wright Design announces the IRS Special $50 Off Sale on the Optometric Office Design Process & Pitfalls book. Offer includes the book plus free bonus—Barbara’s 25 Best Optometric Floor Plans—through April 15, 2010 only. Download a free chapter or order online today at www.ecpdesignbook.com. Enter discount code IRSPR at checkout to get $50 off. (PRWeb Mar 2, 2010)

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State-of-the-Art Otoscope to Be Unveiled at Pri-Med Southwest 2010 Conference in Houston

MDScope introduces the first portable, digital video otoscope. (PRWeb Mar 1, 2010)

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Electronic Merchant Systems Modernize Medical Billing

The new medical billing (http://www.elect-mer.com/medical-billing-form.php) process provides patients with additional payment options while reducing administrative and billing costs. (PRWeb Feb 28, 2010)

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Lawsuit Between Brican America and PSFS Dismissed

The dismissal of the $38 million lawsuit between Brican and PSFS, the leasing arm of malpractice insurance company NCMIC, potentially creates new opportunities for Brican that have eluded them since NCMIC launched the suit. (PRWeb Feb 25, 2010)

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Visual Cues that Improve Walking for People with Movement Disorders - Study Shows Small Change in Arrangement Can Make a Big Difference in Improvement Gained

It is well known that certain visual cues in the walking path can improve walking for movement disorder patients. A study performed with an augmented reality device is the first to look at the significance of the visual cue chosen. (PRWeb Feb 24, 2010)

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Teepa Snow, Dementia & Alzheimer's Care Expert, lectures on "Changing the World of Alzheimer's" in Santa Rosa on March 22nd.

Teepa Snow, renowned Dementia Care & Alzheimer's Care Expert, will be in Santa Rosa, CA, on March 22 for an all-day lecture and senior home care workshop on Changing the World of Alzheimer's. Event will be held 9-4pm at the Scottish Rite Masonic Center and is sponsored by Home Instead Senior Care of Sonoma County and Brighton Gardens. CEU Credits available. Additional senior home care seminar dates the week of 3/22 in San Francisco, Oakland, San Jose and Millbrae. (PRWeb Feb 24, 2010)

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EyeCare America and San Francisco Chef, Ian Marks want People to Feast Their Eyes on Eye Healthy Oysters during March?s AMD/Low Vision Month

National non-profit urges seniors to take advantage of the free eye exams and sight-saving recipes through its AMD EyeCare Program (PRWeb Feb 23, 2010)

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Clearwave Corporation Creates Healthcare?s First Patient-Facing Network Exchange

Clearwave Corporation announces Healthcare’s Authentication Network and Kiosk, which is the industry's first open network exchange that allows healthcare organizations of all sizes to authenticate patient eligibility and verify patient identity. (PRWeb Feb 23, 2010)

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The Foundation of the American Academy of Ophthalmology?s Museum of Vision Celebrates 30 Years of Preserving Ophthalmic Heritage

Program dedicated to the history of ophthalmology commemorates 30 years with new interactive web site and unique online exhibits (PRWeb Feb 22, 2010)

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Global Market for Glaucoma Pharmaceuticals to Reach $3.35 Billion by 2015, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

GIA announces the release of a comprehensive global report on Glaucoma Pharmaceuticals Market. The global glaucoma pharmaceuticals market is projected to exceed $3.35 billion by 2015. Factors driving growth include growing incidence of glaucoma, and increase in aging population. (PRWeb Feb 22, 2010)

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CIBA VISION� Partners with TLC?s Carmindy to Educate Consumers About Healthy Eye Habits

Celebrity makeup artist to judge the AIR OPTIX® AQUA “Surprise Your Eyes” contest. Two grand-prize winners will be awarded $5,000 for best eye care tips. (PRWeb Feb 17, 2010)

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Nanofilm Sends Clarity Defog It? Anti-Fog Towelettes To U.S. Soldiers in Iraq

Nanofilm is sending Clarity Defog It anti-fog towelettes to U.S. soldiers serving in Iraq. The Airborne All Wheel Mechanics parachute into desert regions to repair vehicles and need fog-free glasses, safety glasses and goggles for work in the high-heat environment. MommyPR, the online product review site, helped make the connection. (PRWeb Feb 16, 2010)

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Optical Express Cameron Toll Unveils Following Major Refit

Optical Express in Edinburgh's Cameron Toll creates a buzz following major refit (PRWeb Feb 14, 2010)

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Dr. Quentin Franklin and LASIKPLUS Sued for LASIK Malpractice

Laurie Shrieves v. Quentin Franklin, M.D., and LCA-Vision, Inc. d/b/a LASIKPlusVirginia Circuit Court for the City of Chesapeake, Case No. CL 10000278-00 (PRWeb Feb 14, 2010)

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Nanofilm Introduces Clarity Defog It? Anti Fog Treatment and EcoClens? Eco-Friendly Lens Cleaner at Vision Expo East

Nanofilm, the leading maker of professional lens care products, is featuring two new products at Vision Expo East: Clarity Defog It anti-fog towelettes and liquid and Clarity EcoClens Lens Cleaner. The new products can be seen at Nanofilm’s booth 3011 at Vision Expo East, March 18-21, 2010, at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York City. (PRWeb Feb 10, 2010)

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Lasik Eye Surgery Directory Appoints New 2010 Editorial Advisors

The LASIK information, patient education and LASIK surgeon directory website www.seewithlasik.com is pleased to announce the addition of two new Editorial Advisors for 2010. (PRWeb Feb 10, 2010)

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Dolphin Computer Access Launch EasyConverter Education Subscription Price of �1 or $1 Per Student

Dolphin Computer Access has today announced the immediate availability of EasyConverter v5 for only £1 or $1 per student. The first total alternative format creation solution of its kind, Dolphin’s EasyConverter software is taking dramatic steps to empower schools, colleges and universities to embed a ‘total’ alternative format ethos into every aspect of their organisation. (PRWeb Feb 3, 2010)

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HD For More Than Your TV ? New Technologies Offer Patients High Definition Vision At Any Age

New York City ophthalmologists amongst the first to utilize cutting edge high definition technology for patients with visual impairments. (PRWeb Feb 3, 2010)

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Ophthalmic Women Leaders (OWL) Names Pamela Gleeson, CFO Of Santen Inc., as 2010 President

Ophthalmic Women Leaders (OWL) has appointed Pamela Gleeson, Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Santen Inc., as its 2010 president. (PRWeb Feb 2, 2010)

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Clearly Contacts Serves Up Guerilla Marketing at Australian Open

Clearly Contacts hit the ground running on Saturday with a guerilla marketing campaign targeting the Australian Open. (PRWeb Feb 1, 2010)

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Nanofilm Introduces Clarity EcoClens? Eco-Friendly Lens Cleaner

In response to a growing demand for earth-friendly products, Nanofilm is launching Clarity EcoClens Lens Cleaner. The new product, a solution made from biodegradable components in a 100% post-consumer recycled plastic bottle, gives consumers the advanced cleaning they expect from Clarity. The bottle is silk-screened to eliminate label material and shipped in 100% recycled cardboard cartons. (PRWeb Jan 30, 2010)

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Andre Hardy Named President of Optelec US Inc.

Worldwide Market Leader in Assistive Technology for Visually Impaired and Blind Selects Former NFL Running Back to Spearhead U.S. Initiatives (PRWeb Jan 25, 2010)

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Enhanced Vision Partners with Foundation Fighting Blindness

Enhanced Vision and Foundation Fighting Blindness (FFB) join forces to raise awareness for research, prevention and solutions to assist people with low vision. (PRWeb Jan 21, 2010)

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January is Glaucoma Awareness Month

Summit Medical Group Offers Information on Glaucoma Risks, Screening and Treatment (PRWeb Jan 20, 2010)

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Ophthalmology eDigest Helps Improve Patient Relationships Through Education

Ophthalmology eDigest, a new editorial service from WPI Communications, Inc., helps ophthalmologists educate their patients with informative and interesting content. These articles can be used by ophthalmologists, in their newsletters, on their website, in patient letters or emails. Each article in Ophthalmology eDigest is educational and helpful, directed at the real needs and problems of ophthalmology patients and their family members and friends. (PRWeb Jan 14, 2010)

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The Eye Institute of Utah Hosts World Renowned Cataract Surgeons: In Economically Trying Times, Nine Fortunate Patients Receive State of the Art Cataract Lenses

The Eye Institute of Utah, a practice offering LASIK and cataract surgery in Salt Lake City (http://www.theeyeinstitute.com/cataract-surgery-salt-lake-city-utah/) and the surrounding region, recently hosted top cataract surgeons from around the world in a televised effort to help patients overcome the effects of debilitating vision problems. In a live TV event, the surgeons performed free cataract surgery on a group of selected patients who had no insurance or had been affected by the rough economy. (PRWeb Jan 13, 2010)

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Optical Express Launches Ambassador Referral Programme

Optical Express launches new flexible Ambassador Referral Programme to benefit patients and encourage referrals. (PRWeb Jan 13, 2010)

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Sydney Surgeon's Own Surgery Success

Perfect Vision’s Dr Moshegov becomes world’s first iLASIK patient to narrate own procedure (PRWeb Jan 12, 2010)

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Inspirational Sports Documentary ?ATHLETE? Coming to DVD on March 9, 2010

What defines an athlete? Is it the love and support of thousands, a championship ring, or a multi-million dollar contract? Think again. Film features four everyday Americans redefining what it means to be an ‘athlete’. (PRWeb Jan 11, 2010)

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Pascale Communications, LLC Celebrates Five Year Anniversary

All-virtual, healthcare PR firm continues to expand client subspecialties in 2010. (PRWeb Jan 11, 2010)

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D'Ambrosio Eye Care Welcomes Glaucoma & Anterior Specialist Ben (Benjamin) Wu, M.D.

D'Ambrosio Eye Care, Inc. with offices in Lancaster, Gardner and Acton is pleased to announce that Bin (Benjamin) Wu, M.D. has joined the Ophthalmology staff at their practice. (PRWeb Jan 11, 2010)

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Snow Blower Safety Tips: Work With Care, Wear Proper Clothes, Footwear And Anti-Fog Safety Glasses

Winter snows have Americans powering up their snowblowers to clear the drifts. Safety starts with dressing for the job, including proper clothes, footwear and anti-fog safety glasses. Practice these smart tips from snowblower manufacturers, safety experts and safety products makers, including Nanofilm, maker of Clarity Defog It anti-fog treatment. (PRWeb Jan 8, 2010)

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LASIK Eye Surgeon in Honolulu First in the Area to use Advanced, Faster Bladeless IFS Laser System in LASIK Procedures

Dr. Alan Faulkner with Aloha Laser Vision, a practice offering LASIK in Honolulu, Hawaii (http://www.alohalaservision.com/html/lasik.html) and surrounding areas, is embracing a new technology that may be the most innovative and safest way of preparing the eyes for LASIK surgery. (PRWeb Jan 7, 2010)

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Sutro Introduces their First Optical Collection

Sutro Eyewear from San Francisco debuts their first optical collection, featuring the newest version of the company’s Three Click Hinge. (PRWeb Jan 7, 2010)

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