In today’s world, sustainability is no longer just a buzzword—it’s a crucial responsibility for industries, including healthcare, to minimize their environmental impact. One area where significant progress can be made is in the use of ophthalmic equipment. As a company with sustainability as one of our core values, Laser Locators is committed to providing eco-friendly…
Blog
Blog
Bringing Quality Eye Care to Nicaragua: Laser Locators Supplies Critical Ophthalmic Equipment
Laser Locators is dedicated to advancing access to quality ophthalmic healthcare across global communities. By providing essential resources, strategic support, and expert guidance, we aim to empower healthcare providers and nonprofits to deliver impactful, reliable ophthalmic care where it’s needed most. Meeting a Critical Need In Chinandega, Nicaragua, access to eye care is limited, leading…
Choosing a YAG Laser: A Look at the Ellex Super Q YAG Laser
The Ellex Super Q YAG Laser: Precision and Reliability in Ophthalmic Procedures When it comes to precision and reliability in ophthalmic procedures, the Ellex Super Q YAG Laser stands out as a premier choice for clinicians. This advanced YAG laser system offers cutting-edge technology, user-friendly features, and exceptional performance, making it an indispensable tool in…
Deal of the Week for June 24, 2024
Refurbished B&L Zyoptix XP Microkeratome SOLD! Inquire for Price and Availability.
About ASCRS
Since 1974, ASCRS has led anterior segment surgical advancements through educational programs, publications, and on-line resources throughout the Ophthalmic industry. They are the primary source of up-to-date clinical information, published research, and regulatory information affecting anterior segment surgeons and the patients they serve. ASCRS empowers Anterior Segment Surgeons to improve the vision, outcomes and quality…
Haag Streit History
History The founders – Friedrich Hermann and Hermann Studer opened their first workshop in Berne, Switzerland, in 1858. The precision and reliability of their designs were soon acknowledged, and a working relationship with the University of Berne was formed. The company, now known as Haag-Streit, began supplying all of Switzerland with weather stations and, shortly…
Essential Equipment of Ophthalmology
Slit Lamp A slit lamp is a device consisting of a high-intensity light source that can shine a thin beam of light into the patient’s eye. The lamp allows for examining the human eye’s anterior and posterior segments, including the eyelid, conjunctiva, sclera, natural crystalline lens, iris, and cornea. The slit-lamp examination provides a magnified view of…
Clip-On vs. Integrated – 532nm Green Argon Laser
Uses and History For years Green lasers have been the surgeon’s favorite for retinal photocoagulation. We have seen advances in technology throughout our industry, making the lasers smaller, faster, easier to use, and more affordable. The photocoagulator has been a part of Ophthalmology since the 1950s. The xenon arc lamp photocoagulator produced a bright white…