Florida Eye Specialists and Cataract Institute

What Florida Eye Specialists and Cataract Institute does

Florida Eye Specialists and Cataract Institute is a multi-specialty ophthalmology and optometry practice founded in 1981 by Gregory Henderson, MD, FACS in Brandon, Florida. The group operates eight clinics across the Tampa Bay region (Brandon, Lake Wales, Plant City, Riverview, Ruskin, South Tampa, and Sun City Center) and serves both adult and pediatric patients with comprehensive eye care services spanning cataract surgery, LASIK/PRK refractive surgery, glaucoma management, retina and vitreous care, corneal services including cross-linking and transplantation, oculoplastics, neuro-ophthalmology, pediatric ophthalmology, dry eye treatment, uveitis, and low vision, plus adjacent audiology and aesthetic services. The practice employs 25 or more physicians and providers across all major ophthalmic subspecialties, supported by 51–100 total staff, and operates as a Sight360 Company under the Sight360 eye care management umbrella.

The practice's clinical technology stack centers on advanced ophthalmic surgical and diagnostic equipment. The LENSAR laser cataract surgery system provides a reconstructed three-dimensional view of the eye for customized surgical planning and precision cataract removal, while Optical Coherence Tomography Angiography (OCTA) delivers non-invasive volumetric imaging of retinal vasculature for early detection of macular degeneration and diabetic eye disease. The practice also offers the FDA-approved Light Adjustable Lens (LAL), an intraocular lens that allows post-surgical UV-light adjustment of vision correction, alongside premium multifocal, toric, trifocal, and accommodating IOLs. Patient-facing technology runs on the AdvancedMD portal, providing online scheduling, digital intake forms, and medical records access.

The business model is a professional-services revenue base combining insurance-reimbursed medical and surgical services with self-pay premium procedures and retail hearing-aid sales. Core revenue streams include routine eye exams and consultations (covered by major insurance plans including Medicare, Medicaid, Aetna, Cigna, Humana, VSP, EyeMed, and others), high-value surgical procedures (cataract surgery, LASIK/PRK, glaucoma surgery, oculoplastics), cash-pay cosmetic services (Botox, fillers, blepharoplasty, aesthetic IPL), and hardware sales through the Florida Eye Specialists Hearing Center. Go-to-market is direct-to-patient via online and phone appointment booking, supplemented by a physician referral portal for cataract and LASIK co-management with a 24-hour callback guarantee and free community patient seminars. Pricing is quote-based; standard surgeries are insurance-covered, while premium IOL packages, LASIK, and aesthetics carry out-of-pocket costs supported by CareCredit financing with six-month deferred interest.

Name

Florida Eye Specialists and Cataract Institute

Legal name

Florida Eye Specialists and Cataract Institute

Website

https://floridaeye.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1981

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Florida Eye Specialists and Cataract Institute is a multi-specialty ophthalmology practice operating eight Tampa Bay clinics, serving adult and pediatric patients with cataract surgery, LASIK/PRK, glaucoma, retina, cornea, oculoplastics, aesthetics, and hearing services under the Sight360 umbrella.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Ophthalmology and Vision Care Services

NAICS

Offices of Physicians (62111), Offices of Optometrists (62132)

SIC

Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011)

akta.pro primary industry

Ophthalmology Clinics (Medical & Surgical Eye Care) (HLAKAKAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Cornea, External Disease & Refractive Surgery (LASIK/PRK) (HLAKAKAF), Retina & Vitreous Specialists (HLAKAKAE), Glaucoma Specialists (HLAKAKAG), Ophthalmology Surgery Centers (HLAFAIAF)

Keywords

• Ophthalmology services
• Cataract surgery
• Refractive surgery
• Retina care
• Hearing services

Headquarters

HQ city

Brandon

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Eye Care Services: Comprehensive eye exams, diagnostic services, and medical consultations for various eye conditions including cataracts, glaucoma, retina issues, and general vision care. Revenue generated from office visits and procedures covered by insurance or self-pay.
2. Surgical Procedures: Cataract surgery, LASIK/PRK, glaucoma surgery, oculoplastics, and other surgical interventions. Includes advanced options like laser cataract surgery and premium IOL implants which may have out-of-pocket costs beyond insurance coverage.
3. Cosmetic/Aesthetic Services: Cosmetic procedures including injectables (Botox), fillers, blepharoplasty, and aesthetic IPL treatments for skin rejuvenation around the eyes and face.
4. Hearing Services: Audiology services including hearing evaluations and hearing aids, provided through the Florida Eye Specialists Hearing Center.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Florida Eye Specialists and Cataract Institute operates a multi-specialty ophthalmology practice delivering comprehensive medical, surgical, and refractive eye care across eight Tampa Bay clinics. Its core offerings include cataract surgery (with advanced LENSAR laser technology and premium intraocular lens options), LASIK/PRK refractive surgery, and treatment of glaucoma, retina, cornea, neuro-ophthalmology, pediatric, dry eye, and oculoplastic conditions, supplemented by an integrated audiology/hearing center and a Florida Eye Aesthetics cosmetic line.

Product overview

Florida Eye Specialists and Cataract Institute is a multi-specialty eye care and surgery practice that offers a comprehensive portfolio of ophthalmic services. The core offerings center around surgical procedures including cataract surgery (with advanced laser and lens options), LASIK/PRK refractive surgery, oculoplastics, and treatment of specialty conditions (glaucoma, cornea, retina, neuro-ophthalmology). The practice operates as a unified eye care platform with integrated services including routine primary eye care, pediatric eye care, dry eye treatment, and hearing services. Key product modules include premium IOL lenses (Toric, Multifocal, Trifocal, Light Adjustable Lens), advanced diagnostic retinal imaging (OCTA), and aesthetic services. The practice has expanded from its original Brandon Eye location (est. 1981) to eight Tampa Bay area clinics offering both surgical and non-surgical eye care across all age groups.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Florida Eye Aesthetics: Cosmetic eye care services including injectables and aesthetic IPL treatments.
• Florida Eye Specialists Hearing Center

Products and services

• Cataract Surgery Surgical removal of a clouded lens and replacement with an intraocular lens to treat cataracts that affect millions of people, including half of all Americans over 65.
• Laser Cataract Surgery Laser-assisted cataract surgery using LENSAR technology with 3-D imaging for precise, customized cataract removal and enhanced surgical precision.
• LASIK & PRK Refractive Surgery Laser vision correction procedures (LASIK and PRK) to correct refractive errors such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism, reducing dependence on glasses or contacts; performed by Dr. Chris Donovan.
• Glaucoma Treatment Medical and surgical treatment for glaucoma, a group of diseases caused by abnormally high pressure inside the eye that results in progressive optic nerve damage and vision loss.
• Corneal Services Comprehensive consultation and treatment for corneal diseases, including corneal cross-linking and corneal transplants.
• Retina Services Diagnosis and treatment of retinal conditions including macular degeneration and diabetic eye diseases, using advanced retinal imaging technologies such as OCTA.
• Pediatric Eye Care Eye care services for children including routine exams, vision testing, and treatment of pediatric eye conditions for ages 2 to 102.
• Oculoplastics Surgical procedures dealing with eye sockets, tear ducts, eyelids and face, including blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery), ptosis repair, entropion and ectropion correction, and trichiasis/cryoablation.
• Neuro-Ophthalmology Specialized diagnosis and treatment of neuro-ophthalmology diseases affecting the optic nerve and visual pathways, using advanced diagnostic technologies.
• Dry Eye Treatment Comprehensive dry eye management including IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) therapy and BlephEx procedures for chronic dry eye conditions.
• Strabismus & Nystagmus Surgery Corrective muscle surgery to repair eye alignment issues including strabismus (crossed eyes) and nystagmus (involuntary eye movement).
• Low Vision Services Specialized services and devices to help patients maximize remaining vision when standard treatments cannot fully restore sight.
• Uveitis Treatment Diagnosis and treatment of uveitis, inflammation of the middle layer of the eye (uvea).
• Routine Eye Exams Comprehensive eye examinations for preventive care, disease detection (glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy), and vision-correction prescription updates.
• Florida Eye Aesthetics Cosmetic eye and skin-care services including injectables (Botox, cosmetic fillers), aesthetic IPL treatment, and facial rejuvenation procedures, operated under a dedicated Florida Eye Aesthetics sub-brand.
• Hearing Center (Audiology Services) Audiology services including hearing evaluations and hearing-aid consultations, integrated with the eye care practice under the Florida Eye Specialists Hearing Center brand.

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Sight360coreOthersFlorida Eye Specialists & Cataract Institute is a Sight360 Company. Sight360 is an eye care management organization that provides administrative and operational support to the practice. The affiliation provides resources and infrastructure for the multi-location eye care network.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• American Vision Partners: American Vision Partners is a large PE-backed ophthalmology platform operating affiliated practices across multiple states. Comparable to FES as a fellow multi-specialty ophthalmology roll-up, illustrating the broader consolidation playbook relevant to a Sight360-backed platform.
• Bascom Palmer Eye Institute: Bascom Palmer is a top-ranked academic ophthalmology department in Miami offering full specialty care including complex retina, oncology, and oculoplastics. Comparable as a comprehensive Florida eye-care provider that anchors tertiary referrals and competes for surgical volume in the state.

Others

• LENSAR Inc. LENSAR is the manufacturer of the laser cataract surgery system FES uses. Relevant as an enabling technology vendor whose product roadmap and installed base directly affect FES's surgical differentiation and capital equipment decisions.

Direct peers

• US Eye: US Eye is a multi-specialty ophthalmology platform operating across the Southeast with a similar mix of cataract, LASIK, glaucoma, retina and oculoplastic services delivered through affiliated clinics. It is the closest direct peer in terms of scale, regional concentration in Florida, and PE-backed roll-up model.
• Eye Health America: Eye Health America is a PE-backed ophthalmology and optometry platform with affiliated clinics across the Southeastern U.S. Comparable to FES through its multi-specialty physician group structure, ASC ownership, and growth-by-acquisition strategy.
• The Eye Institute of West Florida: The Eye Institute of West Florida is a multi-physician ophthalmology group offering cataract, LASIK, glaucoma, cornea, and oculoplastics in the Tampa Bay region. Direct competitor with overlapping service lines, technology investment, and patient demographics.
• Magruder Eye Institute: Magruder Eye Institute is a long-standing Orlando-based ophthalmology group offering cataract surgery, LASIK, and oculoplastics. Comparable to FES through its Florida-based multi-specialty structure, premium IOL offering, and elective cash-pay services.
• Center For Sight: Center For Sight is a multi-location ophthalmology and optometry group in Southwest Florida offering cataract, LASIK, oculoplastics, and aesthetics. Comparable to FES given its Florida footprint, full subspecialty coverage, and integrated cosmetic/eye care model.

Regional players

• Retina Group of Florida: Retina Group of Florida is a subspecialty retina-only practice with multiple Florida locations. Comparable to FES's retina service line as a regional competitor for retinal disease referrals in the same geography.
• Orlando Eye Institute: Orlando Eye Institute is a multi-specialty ophthalmology practice in Central Florida offering cataract, glaucoma, and corneal services. Comparable to FES as a Florida-based regional ophthalmology group targeting similar age-related procedure demand.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses2 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/FloridaEye2020

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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