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SYSTEMS / EQUIPMENT
Optovue Intros First Software-Assisted OCT Device to U.S. Market
Product: iScan
Top Line: Optovue, a pioneer in spectral-domain optical coherence tomography (SD-OCT), is launching the iScan, a device that is designed to elevate the eye exam by leveraging next-generation, software-guided scanning technology.
Close Up: The iScan system simplifies OCT technology, making it accessible to a range of eyecare professionals in any practice setting. With Optovue’s proprietary iWellness scan, iScan guides the patient through the entire exam and requires minimal operator involvement. The iWellness scan provides a cross-sectional view of the retinal layers, a retinal thickness map and a ganglion cell complex map. These outputs enable the doctor to identify signs of disease or otherwise confirm a patient’s ocular health.
“iScan with iWellness gives every eyecare professional the ability to enhance patient care and make the exam process more efficient, providing detailed information on the patient’s ocular health from the very beginning of each exam,” said Larry Alexander, OD, FAAO, senior director of clinical education for Optovue. “The iWellnessExam also gives the clinician the ability to detect pathology earlier and improve patient education with a personalized eye health report.”
Vital Stats: Optovue is introducing iScan at an economical price point. The revenue generated from the iWellnessExam delivers a high return on investment, according to Optovue.
www.optovue.com; (866) 344-8948
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WEB TECH
1-800 Contacts Updates Mobile App for Ordering Lenses
Product: 1-800 Contacts Mobile App
Top Line: 1-800 Contacts has updated its iPhone app. The app provides contact wearers with a fast, easy and enjoyable way to order contact lenses.
Close Up:
- Lens Gauge feature reminds you when it’s time to swap out your lenses.
- Scan your contact lens box to upload a prescription. No typing is required.
- Upload a photo of your paper prescription and 1-800 Contacts will ship your contacts even sooner.
- GPS-based search for a local eye doctor.
- Import your doctor’s information directly from your Contacts.
- Scan your credit card with the camera or use PayPal for less tiny-keyboard typing.
- Speedy reordering from your secure account.
- Track your order from your order history.
- Users can call, email, or text 1-800 Contacts right from the app; they will receive a prompt reply from a live customer service representative.
Vital Stats: The 1-800 Contacts iPhone app is available on
iTunes App Store. The app requires iOS 6.0 or later, and is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. This app is optimized for iPhone 5.
www.1800contacts.com
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TOOLS / SUPPLIES
Tech Optics Night Driving Glasses and Clip-ons Reduce Glare
Product: Night driving glasses and clip-ons
Top Line: Tech Optics International is now offering night driving glasses and clip-ons. The glasses cut down on nighttime glare caused by headlights, street lights and driving in rain and snow.
Close Up: Task-Vision night driving glasses are yellow UV filters that block out blue light, which causes glare. The anti-glare lenses are scratch resistant. The Task-Vision clip-ons attach to eyeglasses and add an anti-glare filter. They flip up out of the wearer’s line of sight when not being used.
Vital Stats: The clip-ons are only 21 grams and have coated clips to prevent lens scratching. The eyeglasses are aviator alloy frames with spring temples. Both the frames and clip-ons are lightweight and comfortable, according to Task-Vision.
www.techopticsinternational.com; (800) 678-4277
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