Streamlining Refraction for the Modern Practice with the Marco TRS-6100 Automated Refraction System

The Marco TRS-6100 Automated Refraction System represents a leap forward in refraction technology, offering advanced features that enhance both the patient experience and practice efficiency. In a world where patients increasingly expect cutting-edge care, the integration of this digital refractor allows optometry clinics to meet those expectations while boosting productivity. Key Advantages of the Marco […]…
Mother-Daughter Team Say Starting With a Great Refraction Is Key to Success

Original Article Published in Women in Optometry Ashley Warstler, OD, grew up witnessing her mother, Linda Rhodes, OD, FAAO, transform eye care in Houston, Texas, where she was a partner in a practice that she helped form in 1976. In 1991, she opened her own practice, West Houston Eye. A year later, she became an early […]…
The TRS Refraction System – When You Need More Time

Dr. David Moore in Stephenville, Texas has had Marco equipment in his practice for 15 years, but he recently upgraded to the TRS-6100 Refraction System. Many benefits come with the TRS: See more patients through exam efficiencies Increase quality of care with your patients Increased profitability for your practice Enjoy the benefits of social distancing […]…
From Start to Finish: Technology-Driven Practice Aids Efficiency

Original Article Published in Vision Source OD magazine. Learn more about Vision Source here. Ryne Wood, OD, who started his eye care career as a clinical technician at Leet Eye Care in 2007, says he has never practiced without Marco equipment. After his graduation from the University of Missouri-St. Louis College of Optometry in 2011, he […]…
Technology for Enhanced Patient Experience and Practice Efficiency

Original Article Published in Vision Source OD magazine. Learn more about Vision Source here. When Tom Nye, OD, of Vision Source® Hamilton in Ohio, brought in his first Marco TRS automated refraction system about 20 years ago, he was confident that equipping one of his two lanes would be enough. But as he began to see […]…
10 questions you need to ask when considering the purchase of a wavefront aberrometer/corneal analyzer

What are the questions you should ask when you are considering buying a wavefront aberrometer/corneal analyzer for better surgical and refractive outcomes? 1. Does the instrument have 5 modalities? When considering a wavefront corneal analyzer, ask if it includes auto refraction/keratometry, placido disc corneal topography, mesopic/photopic pupillometry, angle kappa measurement, and the assessment of the […]…
10 questions you need to ask when considering the purchase of a digital refractor

What are the questions you need to ask when you are considering the purchase of a digital refractor? You are making a key decision . . . NEVER allow the manufacturer to diminish or dismiss any question you may have. 1. Under the Hood What operating system is used by the refraction system? How often […]…
I Don’t Have All Day… Increasing Efficiency Without Jeopardizing the Patient Experience

By Jennifer L. Stewart, OD In optometry, we often think that more is better – bigger offices, larger staff, more frames in the dispensary – but when it comes to exam time, is longer really best? Optometrists pride themselves on providing a great patient experience. We invest in beautiful offices, spend time training our staff […]…
[Webinar Recording] Building Your Vision: Design and Aspire

One of the challenges of being a practice owner is the sheer number of decisions we make on a daily basis, and being confident we are making the right choices for our businesses, staff, and patients. During this webinar, Dr. Jennifer Stewart will help you define the purpose, goals, and culture of your practice in […]…
The Art of the Story: How Storytelling Can Help Your Practice Thrive

By Jennifer L. Stewart, OD As business owners, we are always looking for ways to improve. How can we attract new patients, improve optical sales, increase ancillary testing, and overall increase our revenue? While we often focus on the details and the facts, telling our patients a story may be the optimal way to success. […]…