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Paragon Vision Sciences Academy

We embrace the concept that no two eyes, no two patients, and no two days are ever alike.

CooperVision Specialty EyeCare represents the bringing together of the knowledge, experience, and bold lineage of the world's leading specialty vision companies—Blanchard, GP Specialists, Paragon, Procornea, Soflex and No. 7 Contact Lenses. Our team delivers best-in-class service and a wide array of life-changing specialty lenses employed for the successful treatment of myopia management, scleral

and advanced contact lens management, and presbyopia management. Paragon Vison - https://ecp.paragonvision.com/

Blanchard Contact Lenses - https://blanchardlab.com/

GP Specialists - https://orthokportfolio.com/

ProCornea - https://www.coopervisionsec.eu/

No7 Contact Lenses - https://www.no7contactlenses.com/

01/19/2023

Utilization of Specialty Contact Lenses in Myopia Management: Who, What, When at Global Specialty Lens Symposium!

ODs: Maria Liu, Ashley Tucker, OD, FAAO, FSLS, ABO Diplomate and Leah Johnson, FAAO, Director of Professional Affairs CooperVision Specialty EyeCare, presented a series of pediatric myopia case studies, showcasing the use of multiple modalities such as soft, ortho-k, and hybrid lenses.

Additionally, attendees learned about the latest innovations from CooperVision Specialty EyeCare, including the use of Visavy topography-based ortho-k software for fitting Paragon CRT. Want to learn about Visavy? Follow the link below!

https://lnkd.in/e5kPh85d

01/19/2023

Our President, Juan Carlos Aragón, OD and Justin Kwan, OD, FAAO, Senior Manager, Myopia Management CooperVision USA - ECP shared the portfolio approach and digital innovations available to help eye care professionals establish and grow their myopia management and specialty lens practices at Global Specialty Lens Symposium!

01/19/2023

Excited for tomorrow in Las Vegas? We are! Take a look at our exciting sessions and add them to your calendar!

https://lnkd.in/grqWV8EY

01/12/2023

Check out this must read from Review of Myopia Management featuring Dr. Maria Liu and our Myopia Minute Series!

January 3, 2023 SAN RAMON, Calif. — CooperVision Specialty EyeCare has announced Maria Liu, OD, PhD, MPH, MBA, FAAO, Founder and Chief of the Myopia Control Clinic at the University of California Berkeley, as the host of a new four-part installment of its Myopia Minute video series. Each video seg...

01/03/2023

Have you seen our new 5mm OZD video series featuring Ortho-K expert Dr. Maria Liu? Each video segment aims to boost eye care practitioner confidence by providing helpful consultation and practice management tips. To learn more about 5mm and to watch the video series, click below!

https://bit.ly/5mmwithDrLiu

01/01/2023

Happy New Year! Wishing you a safe and happy 2023!

12/25/2022

Happy Holidays from the CooperVision Specialty EyeCare family. We hope you have a safe and happy holiday season!

12/20/2022

We are excited to announce that we've launched a new 5mm OZD focused video series featuring Ortho-K expert Dr. Maria Liu OD, PhD, MPH, MBA, FAAO, Founder and Chief of the Myopia Control Clinic at the University of California, Berkeley. Each video segment aims to boost eye care practitioner confidence by providing helpful consultation and practice management tips.

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12/15/2022

Have you seen the in-depth walk-through of our manufacturing floor in Gilbert, Arizona? CooperVision Specialty EyeCare’s General Manager, Tony Sommer was joined by Erinn Morgan, Editorial Director of Contact Lens Spectrum + Eyecare Business for a complete view of the step-by-step process of contact lens customization!

12/08/2022

Our General Manager, Tony Sommer speaking with members of the CooperVision Specialty EyeCare Americas family at our annual Holiday luncheon in Gilbert, Arizona. We are extremely grateful for each one of our CooperVision Specialty EyeCare team members and the impact they make.

12/07/2022

Are you ready to reduce chair time and enhance patient outcomes?

The Paragon CRT® Lens Calculator app does just that! This intuitive app allows practitioners to conveniently enter patient parameters on the go, reducing chair time and getting the optimal fit, fast! To learn more about the Paragon CRT® Lens Calculator app, click here! https://bit.ly/CRTApp

11/24/2022

To our partners in practice, we hope you & your family have a safe & wonderful Thanksgiving!

11/11/2022

Happy Veterans Day to the men and women who keep inspiring our generations to come with the sacrifices they make every day. A heartfelt thank you to our veterans, as well as those actively serving and their families.

11/10/2022

When it comes to myopia management, have you ever stopped to consider what our patients’ perspectives are about the different correction modalities and outcomes?

In this Optometry Times article, senior manager of professional and clinical affairs at CooperVision Specialty EyeCare, Kelly Voltz, uncovers how children using ortho-k showed improved quality of life, benefits during daily activities, and an increase in confidence.

Read more here:

Enhanced treatments, tools, and resources make a difference.

11/03/2022

CooperVision Specialty EyeCare Americas is excited to announce the acquisition of SynergEyes - a company widely known for its hybrid lens technologies and brands, which span the treatment of irregular cornea, presbyopia, and astigmatism. SynergEyes will become part of the CooperVision Specialty EyeCare Americas business unit, broadening its already extensive range of products and services. Click here to learn more: https://hubs.ly/Q01rjP9L0

11/02/2022

Our General Manager, Tony Sommer speaking with members of the CooperVision Specialty EyeCare Americas family at our town hall in Gilbert, Arizona. Today's town hall featured an update on the state of the business as we close out our fiscal year and was streamed live in our state-of-the-art education academy!

10/26/2022

Our President, Juan Carlos Aragón presenting our impactful portfolio of life-changing specialty lenses at the CCLRT Welcome Breakfast at American Academy of Optometry. At this year? Stop by Booth 415 to learn more about CooperVision Specialty EyeCare!

10/17/2022

MARK YOUR CALENDARS! Tony Sommer, General Manager of CooperVision Specialty EyeCare Americas will take you on an exciting tour of our manufacturing floor with Erinn Morgan, Editorial Director of Contact Lens Spectrum + Eyecare Business. Discover the incredible scale of customization, step-by-step, that can change the game for your patients LIVE on Wednesday, Oct. 19 at 11am PT on Facebook, LinkedIn, or YouTube.

10/13/2022

Today is World Sight Day! CooperVision USA is proud to partner with Optometry Giving Sight in helping people in need to reach their full potential through the gift of sight. Make a difference and support the World Sight Day Challenge by visiting givingsight.org/wsdc

10/12/2022

As the Global Platinum Partner to Optometry Giving Sight, CooperVision USA is excited to host the 11th annual World Sight Day Challenge, helping to raise funds to bring needed vision care to millions worldwide. Accept the challenge and help by visiting https://bddy.me/3yulsnX.

10/01/2022

Saturday Session update from Vision by Design 2022!

One Design Does Not Fit All: Maximize your Ortho-K success by prescribing the best design for each patient. Discover insights from
the study "Fitting of Orthokeratology in the United States" (FOKUS)

Featuring: Maria Liu, OD, PhD, MPH, MBA, FAAO Michael Lipson OD, FAAO, FSLS and General Manager, GP Specialists Mark COSGROVE

Lear more about VBD 2022 here: https://www.orthokmeeting.com/2022

09/30/2022

It’s Vision by Design 2022! Our President, Juan Carlos Aragón this morning during his speech about the Current & Future State of Myopia Management. CooperVision USA - ECP Learn more about Vision by Design here: https://www.orthokmeeting.com/2022 #

08/31/2022

New episode alert! Listen here: https://bit.ly/3F6ENfX

Travel the globe with GlobalEyes, a podcast from CooperVision Specialty EyeCare that highlights the status of the profession in different countries across the world. In this episode, Drs. Tom Arnold and Melissa Barnett are joined by Dr. Stephen Vincent, PhD, to discuss his current research and role as mentor to post-doctoral candidates at Queensland Technical University in Australia. Optometric Management magazine

08/29/2022

Are you interested in Upping Your Scleral Lens Game? Join our CooperVision Specialty EyeCare Americas - Blanchard colleagues at our next Beyond the Limbus workshop!

Master the art of scleral lens fitting or set the foundation. Virtual or in-person scleral lens workshops throughout North America are now available, with training options to suit all skill levels and schedules*. https://bit.ly/BTLMain22

Don’t delay, register now to put your practice into high gear for maximum success. Space is limited. https://bit.ly/BTLMain22.
*Open to fitters located in the US & Canada.

08/23/2022

It's Contact Lens Health Week! We know that healthy contact lens hygiene practices are of critical importance in protecting against serious eye infections and other illnesses but do your patients? CooperVision USA - ECP

It's Contact Lens Health Week! We know that healthy contact lens hygiene practices are of critical importance in protecting against serious eye infections and other illnesses but do your patients?

08/16/2022

August is Children's Eye Health and Safety Month! With back-to-school season in full swing, now is a great time to remind your patients to think about their child's eyes and schedule their yearly eye exam with a doctor. https://bit.ly/BackToSchoolCRT

08/03/2022

Congratulations to our colleagues Alice Hsueh and Pamela Jackson on being named honorees of Vision Monday's 2022 Most Influential Women in Optometry! CooperVision USA - ECP

CooperVision® is proud to congratulate Alice Hsueh and Pamela Jackson for being named honorees of Vision Monday's 2022 Most Influential Women in Optometry! Click here to learn more: https://bit.ly/3vEa4o1

07/11/2022

Calculate lenses on the Go and improve fit accuracy with the Paragon CRT® Lens Calculator App! This easy-to-use lens calculator app reduces chair time and improves patient outcomes. Head over to the Apple app store or Google Play store to download the Paragon CRT® lens calculator app and start fitting like a pro today! Search: Paragon CRT

07/04/2022

Happy 4th of July! Our US offices are closed for Independence Day.

In the meantime, if you have fitting questions, you can email consultation at [email protected]

We hope you and your families have a wonderful Independence Day!

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Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
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Videos

Onefit Minute: Loose Landing Zone

CooperVision Specialty EyeCare is pleased to present you with this Onefit™ Minute fitting tip, to help maximize your effectiveness with the Onefit™ family of scleral lenses and get you to the optimal fitting lens fast. In this edition, Justine Siergey, OD, FSLS, discusses “Evaluating for a loose edge with Dry Eye”, with the Onefit™ family so you are creating a healthy, comfortable scleral lens for your patient.

GSLS Dry Eye Session

GSLS attendees lets wrap up #GSLS2022 with some cutting-edge information. Join Drs. Shalu Pal and Justine Siergey to learn why and when to opt for a scleral lens amongst so many dry eye treatment options. Discover how Onefit™ MED and Onefit™ MED plus scleral lenses can provide amazing comfort and visual results for your patient’s Dry Eye symptoms. Today at 11am PST. Global Specialty Lens Symposium More information on GSLS: https://bit.ly/RegisterGSLS22

GSLS Improve Your Ortho-K Fitting Game Session

GSLS attendees: When it comes to your Ortho-K fitting skills…is it time to level up? If so, don’t miss “Improve your Ortho-K Fitting Game” Friday at 4 p.m. PST Learn from world-renowned Ortho-K and myopia control expert, Dr. Maria Liu, Chief of the Myopia Control Clinic at U C Berkeley. Dr. Liu will lead attendees through a series of rapid-fire cases and share her insights on designing ortho-k lenses for her pediatric patients. #GSLS2022 Global Specialty Lens Symposium

GSLS Optimized Pupil Optics

We have a great #GSLS2022 Day 3 Scleral lens session for you! Join doctors Kaufman and Siergey, as they share their experience with the new Optimized Pupil Optics design option, now available with Onefit MED and Onefit MED+ scleral lenses. This innovative technology allows practitioners to move the optic zone to better align with the visual axis and improve treatment outcome. See you Friday morning at 7:30 a.m. Global Specialty Lens Symposium

GSLS Myopia Panel Discussion

We hope you’re enjoying GSLS 2022! Here’s a must-see breakout session from CooperVision Specialty EyeCare. Perspectives on Myopia Management Treatment Options, A Dialogue with your Colleagues. Dr. Lyndon Jones and a panel of industry experts will review guidelines and ethical considerations when speaking with parents about myopia treatment options. (Location: Silver) Don’t miss what promises to be a great session. #GSLS2022 Agenda: https://bit.ly/OurAgenda22 Global Specialty Lens Symposium

GSLS United In Vision

GSLS attendees…start your Thursday morning off right! Join CooperVision Specialty EyeCare President, Juan Carlos Aragon, and Dr. Justin Kwan, Sr. Manager, Myopia Management, CooperVision, for a breakfast presentation you won’t want to miss. Location: Gold Agenda: https://bit.ly/OurAgenda22 Mark your agenda. We look forward to seeing you there! #GSLS2022 Global Specialty Lens Symposium

CooperVision Specialty at GSLS2022

At CooperVision Specialty EyeCare world class education is just one example of how we support our eye care professionals. We also provide a dedicated sales team, practice management, contemporary marketing resources, customer service and professional consultants – all to ensure our customers are guided through every step of their journey to success. Interested in learning more? Join CooperVision Specialty EyeCare at GSLS 2022. https://bit.ly/OurAgenda22 Visit our booth #306 to hear about our unmatched portfolio or life changing specialty lenses and how we can help you to differentiate your practice and make a positive impact on the lives of your patients.

Join CooperVision Specialty EyeCare at GSLS 2022! Learn how our portfolio of life-changing specialty lens designs can empower you to stand out and change lives! Don’t miss our breakout sessions featuring industry KOL’s speaking on a range of important topics including myopia management as well as irregular cornea and advanced contact lens management. Register: https://bit.ly/RegisterGSLS22 Our Agenda: https://bit.ly/OurAgenda22 Looking forward to seeing you at the show!

Customizing Ortho-K Treatment Size

In this edition of the Myopia Minute, industry expert Keith Wan, OD, discusses Customizing Ortho-K Treatment Size, and the unique design features that enable you to reduce chair time, eliminate troubleshooting, and deliver a seamless Paragon CRT® fitting experience.

Paragon CRT Lens Calculator App

Reduce chair time and enhance patient outcomes with the NEW Paragon CRT® Lens Calculator App! Free to download on both the Google Play Store and Apple App Store with your phone or tablet, the Paragon CRT® Lens Calculator App allows practitioners to easily enter patient parameters and calculate Paragon CRT® & Dual Axis lenses. Just search: “Paragon CRT” in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store!

Myopia Minute: Troubleshooting Fluorescein Bubbles for Paragon CRT®

CooperVision Specialty EyeCare is pleased to present you with this Myopia Minute fitting tip, to help maximize your effectiveness achieving optimal treatment outcome with Paragon CRT® & Dual Axis® Lenses! In this edition, industry expert Anita Gulmiri, OD, FAAO, discusses Troubleshooting Fluorescein Bubbles for Paragon CRT®, and the unique design features that enable you to reduce chair time, eliminate troubleshooting, and deliver a seamless Paragon CRT® fitting experience.

World Sight Day

Myopia is one of the most important issues facing the eye care community and parents today. For more than a decade, CooperVision has been leading the way in the fight against myopia, and on World Sight Day 2021, we are asking you to join us. Watch this video to learn more. VISION 2020/IAPB #WorldSightDay #WSD2021 #myopia #eyehealth #optometry #ophthalmology #eyedoctor #eyeexam #eyesight

Onefit Minute: Application Bubbles Part 2

Paragon CRT® Lens Calculator App

Introducing the NEW Paragon CRT® Lens Calculator! The Paragon CRT® Calculator App is a multifunctional app that empowers practitioners and makes fitting CRT easier than ever before! Free to download on both the Google Play Store and the Apple App Store, this intuitive app allows you to: Easily enter patient parameters, Get the recommended fit, fast., Reduce chair time, Enhance treatment outcomes, Order lenses quickly and accurately. To learn more about the NEW Paragon CRT® Lens Calculator App check out CooperVision Specialty EyeCare's Announcement video below!

Onefit™ Minute: Application Bubbles

Myopia Minute: Adjusting Edge Lift with Paragon CRT

CooperVision Specialty EyeCare is pleased to present you with this Myopia Minute fitting tip, to help maximize your effectiveness achieving optimal treatment outcome with Paragon CRT® & Dual Axis® Lenses! In this edition of the Myopia Minute, industry expert Ashley Tucker OD, FAAO, FSLS, discusses Adjusting Edge Lift for Paragon CRT®.

Myopia Minute: Optimizing the Diameter with Paragon CRT

CooperVision Specialty EyeCare is pleased to present you with this Myopia Minute fitting tip, to help maximize your effectiveness achieving optimal treatment outcome with Paragon CRT® & Dual Axis® Lenses! In this edition, industry expert Michael Lipson OD, FAAO, FSLS, discusses Optimizing the Diameter for Paragon CRT®, and the unique design features that enable you to reduce chair time, eliminate troubleshooting, and deliver a seamless Paragon CRT® fitting experience.

Onefit™ Minute: Mid-Day Fogging

CooperVision Specialty EyeCare is pleased to present you with this Onefit™ Minute fitting tip, to help maximize your effectiveness with the Onefit™ family of scleral lenses and get you to the optimal fitting lens fast. In this edition, Ledonna Buckner, Head Technical Advisor at CooperVision Specialty EyeCare discusses “Mid-Day Fogging”, and the unique design features of Onefit MED™ and Onefit™ MED+, that enable you to create a healthy, comfortable fit for your patient with minimal chair time. Want to learn more about the Onefit™ family of scleral lenses? Ready to improve your specialty lens margins? Or do you need training to learn how to fit? Connect with us at the following link, and a CooperVision Specialty EyeCare representative will be in touch to setup a personalized training or discussion that fits your needs. http://bit.ly/ConnectwithBlanchard

Myopia Minute: How to Reduce Chair Time with the Paragon CRT® Calculator

CooperVision Specialty EyeCare is pleased to present you with the newest rendition of the Myopia Minute. Learn how to reduce chair time and maximize your effectiveness achieving optimal treatment outcome with Paragon CRT® & Dual Axis® Lenses! Click below to watch our latest episode, How to Reduce Chair Time with the Paragon CRT® Calculator, from Dr. Kelly Voltz, OD, FAAO, FSLS, Senior Manager of Professional and Academic Affairs, CooperVision Specialty EyeCare.

CooperVision Specialty EyeCare is pleased to present you with this week's Myopia Minute, designed to maximize your effectiveness achieving optimal treatment outcome with Paragon CRT® & Dual Axis® Lenses! Click below to watch our latest episode, How to Achieve optimal Base Curve Calculation, from Dr. Leah Johnson, OD, FAAO, FSLS, Director of Professional Affairs, CooperVision Specialty EyeCare.

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Our Story

For over 30 years, Paragon has been at the forefront of research and development, including a 10-year R&D project with NASA involving studies aboard three Space Shuttle missions. This project led to the development of the technology behind the oxygen-permeable material used to manufacture Paragon CRT®, the benchmark in corneal reshaping and Paragon CRT Dual Axis® All operations are conducted in compliance with the FDA regulations.