Dynamic Dispensing Tips From Optician Works

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We all know that sinking feeling… the one you get when your patient puts on their new glasses and they make a face, or immediately reject their new Rx. Cathy asked if I would begin a monthly post about tips, ideas and trouble shooting Rx problems and glasses changes. So for the next year I’ll be making a contribution the last Wednesday of … [Read more...]

Dream Symbol Meaning: Eyeglasses

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Eye didn't know this; If you are dreaming wearing eyeglasses which you normally would not wear, it means you need clarity on an issue or situation. When you are dreaming and wearing eyeglasses, it is a symbol of moderation, balance and virtue. If you have lost your eyewear in a dream, if mead that you should beware of lies coming up in your … [Read more...]

Win a Pair of emPower! or Free Trip to Vision Expo East 2012

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Here are some comments from our readers who are excited to be attending Vision Expo East 2012: Lori from MG Eye Clinic says:  "I have been to many Vision Expos, AOA meetings and local MOA meetings. I thrive on new information and VEE has by far the best speakers and is the most beneficial for my business. I like to bring back what's happening … [Read more...]

Free Form Lens Measuring Tools

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This article by Nallibe Mehfoud, LDO was originally published by Vision Care Product News and shows a measurement kit provided by Shamir Lens on how to take position of wear measurements . We love optical tools (as you may know from our current FREE Tool competition post) and really like the kit that this article shows how to use  so we thought we … [Read more...]

Win A Trip To Vision Expo East or GET a Pair of emPower!

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Attention Eyecare Professionals: Would you like to win a highly coveted pair of emPower!®™ electronic focusing eyewear * or two free hotel nights at Vision Expo East  2012? You can, check out the Vision Expo East Highlights below and “TELL US REASONS WHY YOU NEED TO GO TO Vision Expo East 2012”. The best comment* received before December … [Read more...]

Social Media Webinar by Vision West

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Attention Vision West members! Get ready and register now for Vision West's next Social Media webinar. The Optical Vision Site.com will be attending this webinar as well so we highly recommend it. Easy to Implement Social Media Campaigns to Increase Your Results Now! Date &Time: Thursday November 17th at 8 PM ET/5 PM … [Read more...]

Save The Date: Opticians Association Of America Conference; January 19-21, 2012

"The City Beautiful" and the Home of Walt Disney World is the place for the Opticians Association of America's 27th Annual Leadership Conference. Join OAA in Orlando, Florida, January 19 - 21, 2012 and experience the Magic of Leadership.  Once again, the conference offers exciting motivational and informational breakout and general assembly … [Read more...]

SECO Student Party Winners – Eye Love It!

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The SECO folks know how to have opti-fun. Recently, SECO 2012 ran a Student Party Contest to name the SECO Optometry Student Party and Theme. The results are in! 1st Place: Blake Dornstauder of NOVA (Southeastern University College of Optometry) with the theme "Bling Your Eyez". Whether it's … [Read more...]

End Of The Year CE By The Vision Council

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As a reminder, The Vision Council delivers interactive, ABO- and COPE-approved continuing education credits online with eye care professionals in mind. Combining industry research and data with subject matter experts on a variety of optical topics, the online platform offers eye care professionals convenient access to accredited courses*, … [Read more...]

Swag Winners At Vision Expo West 2011- Shamir (Day 3)

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Whew, lots of give-ways at Shamir booth! Saturday, September 24th, 12:00pm: Relax™ Goodie Bag: Edwin Cho, Shades of California, Honolulu, HI Apple iPod Touch #1: Bradley Nielson, Valley Vision Clinic, Walla Walla, WA Apple iPod Touch #2: Jennifer Vietzke, Marysville Vision Source, Marysville, WA Apple iPad: Brandy … [Read more...]

Swag Winners At Vision Expo West 2011- Shamir (Day 2)

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“We are always excited to introduce a new product in a unique way that allows the audience to get involved and have fun.  We wanted attendees to gain the vital information about our latest product, but we also wanted them to enjoy themselves in the process.  Our video and promotion was the perfect combination to educate our visitors on Shamir … [Read more...]

Swag Winners At Vision Expo West 2011- Shamir (Day 1)

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Shamir had alot of raffle winners at Vision Expo West!  This is DAY 1! Vision Expo West proved to be successful for Shamir, with a booth that was very busy with excited attendees eager to learn about Shamir.  With the focus on the company’s latest product release, Shamir Relax™ and a unique promotion, Shamir gave attendees the opportunity to … [Read more...]

Swag Winners At Vision Expo West 2011- Modern Optical

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Modern Optical International launched their new “Readerwear” line at Vision Expo West. As part of the promotion, Modern Optical gave away a color Nook. Here rep Carl Mellott presents Lorie Deering, from Sacramento Contact Lens-Optical Shop with the grand prize.   … [Read more...]

Swag, Steals And Deals At Vision Expo West 2011

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For our last post on Vision Expo Swag, Steals And Deals and Vision Web 's updates on Pillagers and Swaggers! For those who want to be up on the latest Swag and Deals, International Vision Expo will post daily photo albums to its Facebook page and will be actively tweeting exhibitor specials (twitter handle #visionexpo) and news directly from the … [Read more...]

Student Party Contest – Eye Love it!

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The  SECO folks know how to have fun and we get to join in the opti-fun, optometry students even get the opportunity to receive a $1,000 scholarship, SECO International 2012 free hotel accommodations and more for the privilege! Here's how: SECO 2012 is running a Student Party Contest to name the SECO Optometry Student Party and Theme. The grand … [Read more...]