The Eye Center of Central PA

What The Eye Center of Central PA does

The Eye Center of Central PA is a privately held, multi-site ophthalmology and optometry practice founded in 1982 and headquartered in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, serving patients across Central Pennsylvania. The practice operates 10 clinic locations spanning Bellefonte, Danville, Lewisburg, Middleburg, Mifflinburg, Muncy, Northumberland, Shamokin Dam, and Williamsport, plus a wholly-owned AAAHC-accredited ambulatory surgical center (The Surgery Center of Central PA) in Allenwood. Clinical staff comprises four board-certified ophthalmologists, ten optometrists, and two physician assistants, and the practice operates a clinical trials research program under Dr. Scott Hartzell's medical directorship.

The practice offers a comprehensive eye care platform covering cataract surgery (traditional and refractive laser cataract surgery using LenSx and Verion Image Guided System), refractive surgery (LASIK, PRK, EVO ICL, Refractive Lens Exchange), glaucoma management (MIGS including iStent, Xen Gel Stent, and OMNI System, plus laser and traditional surgery), and full-scope medical eye care (eye exams, retina, cornea, ocular infections, allergies, dry eye, amblyopia, and eyelid surgery). Nine of ten clinic locations host on-site optical shops selling prescription eyeglasses, sunglasses, and contact lenses.

Revenue is generated through three streams: medical eye care services (exams and disease treatment, billed through insurance and patient payments), surgical procedures (cataract, refractive, glaucoma, retinal, and oculoplastics performed in clinic and at the ASC), and optical product sales. The go-to-market is direct-to-patient via local and regional walk-in, phone, and online booking, supported by website content, patient reviews, organic social on Facebook/Twitter/LinkedIn, SEO, and patient referrals.

Name

The Eye Center of Central PA

Legal name

The Eye Center of Central PA

Website

https://theeyecenterofpa.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1982

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

The Eye Center of Central PA is a privately held, multi-site ophthalmology and optometry practice founded in 1982, operating 10 clinics and one AAAHC-accredited ambulatory surgical center across Central Pennsylvania, delivering cataract, refractive, glaucoma, and comprehensive eye care to the regional patient population.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Ophthalmology and Optometry Services

NAICS

Offices of Optometrists (621320)

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

Ambulatory Surgery Centers (Ophthalmic/Outpatient Eye Surgery) (HLAKAKAO)

akta.pro secondary industries

Comprehensive Eye Exams & Vision Care (HLAKAKAA), Cornea, External Disease & Refractive Surgery (LASIK/PRK) (HLAKAKAF), Retina & Vitreous Specialists (HLAKAKAE), Optometry Clinics (Primary Eye Care) (HLAKAKAB)

Keywords

• Ophthalmology services
• Cataract surgery
• Refractive surgery
• Optometry services
• Glaucoma treatment

Headquarters

HQ city

Allenwood

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices10 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. Medical Eye Care Services: Revenue from comprehensive eye exams, diagnostic services, and medical treatments for conditions including cataracts, glaucoma, retinal diseases, and other ocular conditions. Billed through insurance and patient payments.
2. Surgical Procedures: Revenue from cataract surgery, refractive surgery (LASIK, PRK, RLE), glaucoma surgery, and retinal procedures performed at clinic and ambulatory surgical center.
3. Optical Products: Revenue from prescription eyeglasses, sunglasses, and contact lenses sold through on-site optical shops at 9 clinic locations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

The Eye Center of Central PA is a multi-location ophthalmology and optometry practice that diagnoses and treats eye conditions and performs eye surgery. Its core offerings include cataract surgery and intraocular lens options, refractive surgery (LASIK, PRK, EVO ICL, refractive lens exchange), glaucoma management, retina services, comprehensive eye exams, treatment of common eye conditions, and prescription eyewear dispensed through on-site optical shops across 10 clinic locations and one AAAHC-accredited ambulatory surgery center.

Product overview

The Eye Center of Central PA is a multi-location ophthalmology and optometry practice offering a comprehensive range of eye care services across Central Pennsylvania. The practice operates as a unified healthcare platform with 10 clinic locations and one AAAHC-accredited ambulatory surgery center in Allenwood. The core offerings include cataract services (Traditional Cataract Surgery, Refractive Laser Cataract Surgery using LenSx Laser and Verion Image Guided System, YAG Laser Capsulotomy, and various IOL options including Monofocal, Toric, Multifocal, and Light Adjustable Lens); refractive surgery (EVO ICL, LASIK, PRK, and Refractive Lens Exchange); glaucoma management (MIGS with iStent/Xen Gel Stent/OMNI, laser treatments, and surgical options); comprehensive eye care (eye exams, treatment for myopia, hyperopia, presbyopia, amblyopia, eye infections, allergies, dry eye, retina conditions, cornea diseases, and eyelid surgery); and an Optical Center for prescription eyewear and contact lenses. All services are delivered by board-certified ophthalmologists, experienced optometrists, and physician assistants at 10 locations throughout the region.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Cataract Surgery Traditional cataract surgery for patients with cataracts causing vision loss; uses handheld instruments to remove the cloudy lens and replace it with an artificial IOL. Targeted at adults in Central Pennsylvania typically age 40+ diagnosed with cataracts affecting vision.
• Refractive Laser Cataract Surgery Advanced, image-guided laser cataract surgery using LenSx Laser and Verion Image Guided System to perform precise incisions and customized lens placement, including astigmatic correction. For patients seeking premium precision and refractive outcomes from cataract surgery.
• YAG Laser Capsulotomy Non-invasive YAG laser treatment that creates a microscopic opening in the clouded posterior capsule to restore clear vision in patients who develop posterior capsule opacification after cataract surgery. For post-cataract patients experiencing secondary clouding of vision.
• Cataract Lens Options (Intraocular Lenses) A portfolio of intraocular lens options for cataract surgery patients, including Monofocal, Toric (astigmatism-correcting), Multifocal, and Light Adjustable Lens IOLs that allow post-surgical vision customization. Targeted at cataract patients who want personalized vision correction at the time of lens replacement.
• EVO ICL (Implantable Collamer Lens) Refractive procedure that implants a biocompatible Collamer lens to correct myopia, with or without astigmatism, without removing corneal tissue; the lens is removable by the physician. For adults seeking an alternative to laser vision correction who want to reduce dependence on glasses or contacts.
• LASIK Blade-free laser vision correction that reshapes the cornea using a flap technique to correct myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism. Performed at the Muncy location for adults typically ages 18-65 who want to reduce or eliminate dependency on glasses and contact lenses.
• PRK (Photorefractive Keratectomy) Surface-based laser vision correction alternative to LASIK that does not create a corneal flap, suitable for patients with thin corneas or those prone to eye trauma. For adults seeking laser vision correction who are not ideal LASIK candidates.
• Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE) Procedure that removes the natural lens and replaces it with an intraocular lens to correct severe myopia or hyperopia for adults who are not candidates for LASIK or PRK, including many patients with presbyopia.
• Glaucoma Treatment Comprehensive glaucoma management program that combines medications, MIGS, laser treatments, and traditional surgery to manage intraocular pressure across all stages of glaucoma. For patients diagnosed with glaucoma requiring ongoing monitoring and progressive interventions.
• MIGS (Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery) Advanced minimally invasive glaucoma procedures, including iStent, Xen Gel Stent, and the OMNI Glaucoma System, that lower intraocular pressure through micro-incisions with minimal trauma. For glaucoma patients seeking lower-risk surgical options to reduce medication burden or prevent disease progression.
• Glaucoma Laser Treatment Laser-assisted glaucoma therapies that include laser peripheral iridotomy, endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation (ECP), MicroPulse laser therapy, and laser trabeculoplasty using the MicroPulse P3 platform. For glaucoma patients who require lowering of intraocular pressure through laser-based interventions.
• Glaucoma Surgery (Kahook Dual Blade & Trabeculectomy) Traditional glaucoma surgical options, including Kahook Dual Blade goniotomy and trabeculectomy, that create drainage pathways to lower intraocular pressure in advanced glaucoma cases. For glaucoma patients whose disease has progressed beyond medication and laser management.
• Eye Exams Comprehensive eye evaluations that include visual acuity tests, refraction, visual field testing, cover tests, slit-lamp examination, and pupil dilation to assess ocular health and detect disease. For patients of all ages seeking routine screening, prescription updates, or disease detection.
• Retina Services Diagnostic and treatment services for retinal conditions, including flashes and floaters, retinal tears and detachments, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, retinal laser treatment, and retinal surgery. For patients with retinal disease or symptoms requiring specialized ophthalmologic management.
• Cornea Disease Treatment Diagnosis and treatment of corneal conditions and abnormalities, including keratoconus and other corneal disease. For patients with corneal disease requiring specialized medical and surgical management.
• Eyelid Surgery (Entropion/Ectropion Repair) Surgical oculoplastics service that repairs eyelids affected by entropion (inward turning) or ectropion (outward turning) to restore natural lid shape, protect the ocular surface, and improve comfort. For patients with eyelid malposition requiring surgical correction.
• Optical Center (Glasses & Contact Lenses) On-site optical retail at nine clinic locations, offering prescription eyeglasses, sunglasses, safety glasses, and contact lenses, with online ordering through a linked storefront. For patients who want to fill their prescription for corrective lenses immediately after an exam at the same location.

Quantifiable outcome

• Most patients experience clearer vision within a few days of cataract surgery
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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App detail

Feature4 records

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Broad incumbents

• EyeCare Partners: Large PE-backed network of ophthalmology and optometry practices across the U.S. Directly comparable as a multi-location eye-care platform, though broader in geography and depth of services than a single regional operator.

Direct peers

• Mann Eye Institute: Multi-location ophthalmology and optometry practice offering cataract, refractive, glaucoma, and comprehensive eye care with on-site optical retail. Closely comparable in service mix, scale, and direct-to-consumer model.
• Katzen Eye Group: Mid-Atlantic multi-specialty ophthalmology practice with cataract, glaucoma, retina, and refractive services. Comparable as a regional multi-physician eye-care group, though operating in a different metro (Baltimore).
• Milan Eye Center: Multi-location ophthalmology and optometry group in the Southeast U.S. offering cataract, refractive, glaucoma, and oculoplastic services with on-site optical. Highly comparable in service breadth and clinic-based delivery model.
• Medical Eye Center: Multi-physician ophthalmology and optometry practice offering surgical and medical eye care with optical retail. Comparable in being a comprehensive regional eye-care platform rather than a single-specialty provider.
• Midwest Eye Consultants: Multi-location optometry and ophthalmology group in Indiana offering medical eye care, surgical co-management, and optical retail. Comparable as a regional full-scope eye-care practice with optical shop integration.
• Barnet Dulaney Perkins Eye Center: Arizona-based multi-location ophthalmology and optometry practice offering cataract, refractive, glaucoma, and retina services. Comparable in service mix and clinic-plus-ASC delivery model, though serving a different region.
• Northeast Laser & Eye Associates: Multi-location ophthalmology and optometry practice in the Northeast U.S. with LASIK and cataract surgery offerings. Comparable as a regional refractive-and-cataract-focused group, though smaller in clinic count.

Regional players

• Geisinger Eye Institute: Academic-affiliated ophthalmology program based in Danville, PA within the same Central Pennsylvania market. Geographically overlapping; comparable as a regional multi-specialty ophthalmology provider, though embedded in a larger health system.

Others

• LensCrafters: National optical retail chain that also co-locates eye exams. Comparable as a downstream retail channel and competitor for prescription eyewear and contact lens sales, but does not offer ophthalmic surgery.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/EyeCenterofPA
• Facebookfacebook.com/EyeCenterofCentralPA
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/the-eye-center-of-central-pa

Compliance1 record

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Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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