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A Brief Summary of Phaco Machines

Phacoemulsification: A Modern Approach to Cataract Surgery A Brief Summary of Phaco Machines What is Phacoemulsification? Phacoemulsification, or “phaco”, is a modern cataract removal procedure that helps restore clear vision. It uses ultrasound energy to break up and remove the clouded lens, which is then replaced with an artificial intraocular lens (IOL). This technique is…

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The YAG Laser in Ophthalmology

How the YAG Laser has Changed Eye Care Introduction Laser technology has completely transformed the field of eye care, offering safe, precise, and non-invasive treatments for various conditions. Among the different types of lasers used in ophthalmology, the YAG laser is one of the most important. It helps restore vision, treat glaucoma, and eliminate floaters,…

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Zeiss Cirrus OCT Guide

Zeiss Cirrus OCT Guide Comparing Models 400, 4000, 500 and 5000 What is the Zeiss Cirrus OCT? Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) is a non-invasive imaging technique used in ophthalmology to obtain high-resolution cross-sectional images of the retina and anterior segment. Zeiss Cirrus OCT functions like optical ultrasound, allowing eye care professionals to assess glaucoma, macular…

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About Topographers

Topographers Corneal topography is a computer-assisted diagnostic tool that creates a three-dimensional map of the surface curvature of the cornea. The cornea (the front window of the eye) is responsible for about 70 percent of the eye’s focusing power. An eye with normal vision has an evenly rounded cornea, but if the cornea is too…

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What is the Norlase LEAF

What is the Norlase LEAF The Norlase LEAF™ will give ophthalmologists the flexibility in a green laser they have long desired. This system requires minimal set-up and requires very little space as compared to other lasers. This innovative laser attaches to an existing slit lamp so it doesn’t require additional carts or table space. Most…

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Laser Locators Celebrates a ‘Sweet Sixteen’

[siteorigin_widget class=”SiteOrigin_Widget_Image_Widget”][/siteorigin_widget] This month, Laser Locators will have its 16th anniversary, which we will celebrate as our “Sweet Sixteen.” Like any sweet sixteen, this celebration will look back at our growth and achievements over the past 16 years and also to our future. From humble beginnings, we have grown Laser Locators into an industry leader….

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Joey Colarulo Reflects on 15 Years of Laser Locators

Eight years ago, I made a significant life change and left a large public company to join my friend Sean O’Donnell’s small business, Laser Locators. At the time, joining Laser Locators as a Sales Professional was an exciting but jarring change. The transition from the environment of a large office with over 200 coworkers to…

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