JACKSONVILLE, Fla.—The Vision Care Institute, LLC announced this week that it has launched a new educational program for practicing optometrists. The one-day course offers practicing optometrists premier education to help them achieve higher levels of success in their practices.

Held at The Vision Care Institute headquarters here, the one-day course covers an update on the latest in contact lens research, training on new technologies, as well as a review of emerging trends and best practices.

“Eyecare professionals, no matter how successful, must continue to grow at every stage of their career,” said Walter West, OD, FAAO, program director, The Vision Care Institute. “The goal of The Vision Care Institute is to facilitate educational opportunities and supplement doctors’ expertise to enhance their success in prescribing contact lenses as well as in their overall practices.”

The course is available at no cost to participants. Upcoming course dates include: May 12-13, May 19-20, June 2-3, June 9-10, and Sept. 22-23. Space is limited and available on a first come, first served basis. For more information and/or to register, ECPs can contact their Vistakon sales representative or email the institute@ vcius.jnj.com.