Adelaide-based Nova Eye Medical has enrolled the first patient in its multicentre study to assess the effectiveness, safety and quality of life outcomes of the canaloplasty procedure using its new iTrack Advance device. Read more
Workforce squeeze: solving the front-of-house optical staffing shortage
Attracting and retaining optical dispensers and other front-of-house staff has become increasingly difficult in 2022. Insight spoke to several industry figures to understand the problem and what employers can do to stand out.
Eyewear company joins fashion industry in environmental pact
Italian eyewear company Safilo Group has joined The Fashion Pact, a global coalition of more than 60 companies in the fashion and textile industry committed to core environmental goals. Read more
Australian surgeon spearheads global canaloplasty data registry
Australian ophthalmologist Dr Nathan Kerr has spearheaded the development of a global data registry to collect prospective, multicentre, longitudinal data for canaloplasty in glaucoma treatment. Read more
Rolfe Optometry Group’s nine practices join George & Matilda
George & Matilda Eyecare (G&M) has welcomed new partner Mr Dale Rolfe, principal owner of Rolfe Optometry Group, a well-established independent group of nine practices located in mid northern New South Wales. Read more
Glaukos announces FDA clearance for iStent infinite
Ophthalmic medical technology and pharmaceutical company Glaukos Corporation has received clearance from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its iStent infinite trabecular micro-bypass system. Read more
Rodenstock Australia and Eyebenefit strike supply agreement
Ophthalmic lens manufacturer Rodenstock Australia has been named as a preferred supplier to national buying group Eyebenefit, as the two companies announced they have entered into a strategic supply agreement.
Safilo expands sustainable materials with Eastman Tenite Renew
Safilo Group will next year introduce Eastman Tenite Renew in its sunglass and prescription collections, and in doing so will become the first manufacturer and distributor in the eyewear industry to use all Eastman Renew materials in its portfolio. Read more
ProVision appoints Tony Jones as acting CEO after Mirabelli resigns
ProVision CEO Ms Frances Mirabelli has resigned, after commencing in the role in February this year. Read more
Optometry practice in Menai joins George & Matilda
One week after announcing the addition of Albany Creek Optometrists in Brisbane to the George & Matilda (G&M) Eyecare network of practices, another new partnership has been revealed. Read more