Art Optical Introduces KeraSoft Thin to U.S. Marketplace
Under license from UltraVision CLPL, Art Optical is now manufacturing and supplying KeraSoft Thin prescription SiHy contact lenses in the U.S. According to the companies, KeraSoft Thin is the combination of advanced lathing technology and innovative lens design resulting in the thinnest soft contact lens available for the irregular cornea. The thinner design improves wearing […]
Art Optical Announces 2017 Associate of the Year
Jan started working for Art Optical in April of 1996. She has spent the majority of this time in customer care which has made her a very experienced customer service associate. She has continually demonstrated excellent professional customer service throughout her 21 1/2 years of service. She goes out of her way to assist our […]
Art Optical Co-Sponsors Second SEAL Certification Program
Art Optical was proud to co-sponsor a second SEAL (Scleral Education for Advanced Leadership) Certification program conducted by the Scleral Consultative Institute (SCI). Held at a state-of-the-art practice in Nashville and lead by expert scleral lens fitters Dr. Jeffrey Sonsino and Dr. Mile Brujic, the weekend long course covered all aspects of scleral lens fitting, […]
Indiana University Scleral Lens Workshop
Our Consultation Operations Leader, Bethany Peebles ABOC, NCLE-AC, lectured and lead an Ampleye workshop for the 4th year students at Indiana University.
Ampleye Hands-On Training at the AOTTC
We hosted an Ampleye hands-on training workshop at the Art Optical Technical Training Center this week. Patrick Caroline FAAO FCLSA and Michael Johnson FCLSA led our practitioners through an information packed evening.
MCO Grand Rounds GP Workshop
Mike Johnson, FCLSA and Erik Anderson visited Michigan College of Optometry to take part in their Grand Rounds GP Workshop for third year students.
Ampleye™ Scleral Now FDA Approved for Ocular Surface & Dry Eye Disease Management
Art Optical Contact Lens, the nation’s leading independent custom lens manufacturer, has received 510(k) clearance from the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on their Ampleye Scleral lens for the therapeutic management of ocular surface disease from dry eye. The specific therapeutic indications for Ampleye include ocular pemphigoid, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, symblepharon formation, graft vs […]
Art Optical Co-Sponsors Inaugural SEAL Certification Program
Art Optical was proud to co-sponsor the inaugural SEAL (Scleral Education for Advanced Leadership) Certification program conducted by the Scleral Consultative Institute (SCI). Held at a state-of-the-art practice in Nashville and lead by expert scleral lens fitters Dr. Jeffrey Sonsino and Dr. Mile Brujic, the weekend long course covered all aspects of scleral lens fitting, […]
WMOA Golf Outing
Erik Anderson hit the green with Dr. Paul France, Lana Greene and Dr. Gary Anderson for the West Michigan Optometric Association Golf Outing. The Anderson Duo pulled off an Eagle on a 343 yard hole with Dr. Anderson puting the ball on the green with his drive and Erik Anderson putting for the Eagle.
NOVA Southeastern College of Optometry
Mike Johnson, FCLSA and Erik Anderson visited NOVA Southeastern College of Optometry to assist Dr. Stephen Byrnes and Dr. Andrea Janoff with a multifocal workshop.
Ampleye™ Workshop with Northwest Indiana Optometric Society
Michael Johnson, FCLSA, presented an interactive Ampleye Fitting Session to members of the Northwest Indiana Optometric Society on May 8. Thanks to Dr. Nicole Albright for inviting us!
Scleral Super Sunday
Thanks to Dr. Steven Chander for organizing “Scleral Super Sunday” at his office in Chicago. AO Consultation Manager Bethany Peebles, NCLE-AC assisted in the wet-lab and Q&A sessions where attending practitioners learned all aspects of scleral lens fitting, assessment and troubleshooting, as well as essential specialty lens practice management guidance.
Ampleye™ Education in the Medical + Scientific Theater at Vision Expo East
Randy Kojima, FAAO, FBCLA, FSLS, FIAO presenting in the Medical + Scientific Theater an education on Ampleye – Advanced Design for Predictive Prescribing.
MCO Class of 2019
Thanks to the Michigan College of Optometry Class of 2019 for stopping by to visit Art Optical! We enjoyed meeting each and every one of you and look forward to working with you in the future!
Art Optical Announces 2016 Associate of the Year
Congratulations to Jodie Yount, Quality Control Technician & Production Specialist, on her selection as Art Optical’s Associate of the Year for 2016. Jodie joined the Art Optical team in 1993 and uses her years of experience to deliver consistently exceptional quality to our customers. Jodie has many great qualities that she demonstrates daily. She is […]
Advanced design options, including multifocal, now available on Ampleye Scleral
Since announcing the availability of their new 16.5mm scleral lens, Ampleye, earlier this year, Art Optical has continued to enhance the lens capabilities to meet the varied demands of specialty fitters. The latest Ampleye advanced design feature is a center near multifocal add option, providing scleral lens comfort and GP lens clarity for presbyopes. Ampleye […]
Ampleye™ Workshop in Troy, MI
Ampleye workshop in Troy, MI. Lecture and hands-on workshop by Michael Johnson, FCLSA.
Ampleye™ Dinner & Discussion in Minneapolis, MN
Ampleye Dinner and Discussion featuring Patrick Caroline, FAAO, FCLSA, in Minneapolis, MN.
Ampleye™ Workshop in Oak Brook, IL
Kicking off our tour of Ampleye Scleral GP training events in Oak Brook, IL. Director of Consultation, Mike Johnson, along with fitting consultants Adrian Johnson and Bethany Peebles.
Indiana University School of Optometry Ampleye Workshop
Mike Johnson, FCLSA, Erik Anderson and Bethany Peebles, ABOC, NCLE-AC, traveled to Indiana University School of Optometry to educate the 4th year students on Ampleye through a lecture and hands-on workshop.
2016 GPLI Residents Weekend
Art Optical was once again proud to take part in the 2016 GP Lens Institute’s Cornea and Contact Lens Residency program! This year’s class of young and motivated contact lens specialists gained valuable specialty lens fitting experience and exposure to industry partners. The event was hosted by Southern College of Optometry.
Ampleye™ Workshop at MCO
Mike Johnson, FCLSA led an Ampleye hands-on workshop and lecture for the third year students at Michigan College of Optometry. Fitting Consultant Bethany Peebles, ABOC, NCLE-AC helped with the hands-on portion of the workshop as well. We love being a part of Optometry’s future!
