Skowron Eye Care

What Skowron Eye Care does

Skowron Eye Care is a privately-held, single-location optometry practice founded in 1983 by Dr. Mark L. Skowron OD in Elmhurst, Illinois. The practice provides comprehensive eye care services to individuals and families in the Elmhurst and surrounding suburban Chicago area, spanning routine eye examinations, specialty contact lens fittings (including keratoconus, scleral, hybrid, and orthokeratology lenses), ocular disease diagnosis and management (glaucoma, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, cataracts, dry eye), pediatric and geriatric eye care, emergency eye care, and pre/post-operative co-management for LASIK and cataract surgery.

The practice is differentiated by its investment in advanced diagnostic technology: Optos ultra-widefield retinal imaging (220-degree retina view without dilation), Zeiss Cirrus 6000 OCT (100,000 scans per second for macular and optic nerve imaging), Adapt Dx dark adaptation testing (AMD detection up to 3 years prior to standard exam findings), Nidek OPD III wavefront topographer, Humphrey HFA-3 visual field analyzer, and IOL Master biometry. The clinical team comprises four Doctors of Optometry, with many support staff having tenures exceeding 20 years.

Revenue is generated through three primary streams: professional eye care services (per-visit insurance-based billing accepting United Healthcare, Medicare, Humana, VSP, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Cigna), optical retail (over 1,200 frames including designer brands with a 100% satisfaction guarantee), and contact lens sales (over 10,000 lenses in stock enabling same-day dispensing). The practice operates on a direct-to-consumer, appointment-based go-to-market model, augmented by a website, Facebook presence, Google reviews, and community involvement through Elmhurst Chamber and Lions Club membership spanning 40 years. No external funding, no second location, and no digital health platform or mobile app are evidenced in the source data.

Name

Skowron Eye Care

Legal name

Skowron Eye Care

Website

https://skowroneyecare.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1983

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Skowron Eye Care is a privately-held, single-location optometry practice in Elmhurst, Illinois, founded in 1983. It provides comprehensive eye exams, specialty contact lens fittings, ocular disease management, and surgical co-management to individuals and families using advanced diagnostic imaging technology.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Optometry and Eye Care Services

NAICS

Offices of Optometrists (62132), Optical Goods Retailers (45613)

SIC

Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011), Ophthalmic Goods (3851)

akta.pro primary industry

Optometry Clinics (Primary Eye Care) (HLAKAKAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Ophthalmology Clinics (Medical & Surgical Eye Care) (HLAKAKAC), Vision & Ophthalmic Diagnostic Centers (Optometry/OCT/Retinal Imaging) (HLAFAKAI)

Keywords

• Optometry services
• Eye examinations
• Contact lens fittings
• Ocular disease management
• Diagnostic eye imaging

Headquarters

HQ city

Elmhurst

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Professional Eye Care Services: Comprehensive eye examinations, ocular disease diagnosis and management, emergency eye care, pediatric exams, geriatric exams, pre- and post-operative LASIK and cataract surgery co-management.
2. Optical Products (Eyeglasses and Frames): Over 1200 frames available including designer brands (Oakley, Ray Ban, Silhouette, Tom Ford, Cole Haan, Michael Ryen, Scott Harris, Burberry, Emporio Armani). Offers 100% satisfaction guarantee.
3. Contact Lenses: Over 10,000 lenses in stock for same-day dispensing. Includes monthly/daily disposables, toric, bifocals, rigid gas permeable, scleral, and hybrid lenses. Professional fitting services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Skowron Eye Care is a full-service optometry practice providing comprehensive eye examinations, contact lens fittings (including specialty lenses for keratoconus and scleral fits), ocular disease diagnosis and management, LASIK and cataract surgery co-management, pediatric and geriatric eye care, and emergency eye care. The practice also operates an optical dispensary offering over 1,200 designer frames and 10,000+ in-stock contact lenses for same-day dispensing. All services are delivered at its single Elmhurst, IL facility using advanced diagnostic technology such as Optos widefield retinal imaging, OCT, and Adapt Dx dark adaptation testing.

Product overview

Skowron Eye Care is a full-service optometry practice providing comprehensive eye care services since 1983. The practice operates as a single-location healthcare facility offering clinical eye examinations, contact lens services (including specialty fittings for keratoconus and scleral lenses), ocular disease management, and surgical co-management. The practice maintains an optical dispensary with over 1,200 frames and utilizes advanced diagnostic technologies including Optos widefield retinal imaging, OCT, wavefront topography, and dark adaptation testing. Services are organized around core offerings: comprehensive exams, contact lens services, disease management, pediatric/geriatric care, and refractive surgery co-management.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Comprehensive Eye Exam Full-service eye examination including case history, computerized auto refraction, tonometry, color vision testing, eye focus and tracking, peripheral vision assessment, depth perception evaluation, blood pressure monitoring, cataract and retinal evaluation, refraction, and dilation when indicated. Targeted at general patients seeking complete vision assessment.
• Contact Lens Services Complete contact lens fitting and management including monthly/daily disposables, toric lenses for astigmatism, bifocals, monovision, rigid gas permeable (RGP), scleral lenses, hybrid lenses, and keratoconus/corneal transplant fittings. Includes professional fitting and dispensing of 10,000+ lenses in stock for same-day service.
• Dry Eye Treatment Diagnostic and therapeutic services for dry eye syndrome including tear quantity/evaporation measurement, infrared photography of tear glands, and treatments such as artificial tears, Restasis, Xiidra, steroid drops, punctal plugs, oral medications, and scleral contact lenses.
• Emergency Eyecare Same-day emergency appointments for spots and flashes, eye pain, sudden vision loss, foreign body removal, and conjunctivitis (pink eye) diagnosis and treatment.
• Geriatric Eye Exam Specialized eye examination services for senior citizens with mobility issues, featuring wheelchair-accessible facilities, portable autorefractor, and dedicated exam room.
• LASIK Co-management Pre-operative evaluation and post-operative care for LASIK and PRK procedures, including corneal thickness assessment, candidacy determination, and partnership with skilled surgeons.
• Macular Degeneration Testing Advanced diagnostic testing for age-related macular degeneration using Optos retinal imaging, OCT technology, and Adapt Dx dark adaptation testing for early detection up to 3 years before standard examination.
• Myopia Management Programs to slow progression of nearsightedness in children including corrective glasses, contact lenses, orthokeratology (rigid lens flattening), and bifocal soft contact lenses.
• Pediatric Eye Exams Eye examinations for children as young as one year using portable autorefractor, digital eye charts, and retinal camera to diagnose amblyopia and other vision disorders.
• Optical and Eyewear Sales Eyewear services offering over 1,200 frames including designer brands (Oakley, Ray Ban, Silhouette, Tom Ford, Cole Haan, Michael Ryen, Scott Harris, Burberry, Emporio Armani), lenses for every lifestyle, and same-day dispensing capability. Backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee on contact lenses and glasses.
• Ocular Disease Management Diagnosis and management of various ocular conditions including blepharitis, cataracts, conjunctivitis, diabetes/hypertension retinopathy, glaucoma, GPC, keratoconus, macular degeneration, retinal detachment, spots and flashes, and styes.
• Cataract Surgery Co-management Pre-operative evaluation and post-operative care for cataract surgery, including custom lens implant options (standard, toric, and bifocal implants) and referral to skilled surgeons.
• Kids Vision and Learning Specialized pediatric services addressing vision-related learning problems including diagnosis and treatment of myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism, muscle imbalance, focus inability, amblyopia, and vision therapy.

Quantifiable outcome

• 92% overall patient satisfaction rating
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• OptoscoreTechnology or IntegrationOptos ultra-widefield retinal imaging technology provider. Enables 220-degree view of retina without dilation, reducing need for traditional dilation procedures.
• Zeiss (Cirrus 6000 OCT)coreTechnology or IntegrationZeiss optical coherence tomography technology for early detection of macular degeneration and glaucoma with 100,000 scans per second capability.
• Insurance ProviderscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAccepts major insurance plans including United Healthcare, Medicare, VSP, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, and Humana Medicare Advantage.
• LASIK Surgeons (Partner Surgical Centers)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartners with skilled LASIK surgeons who have consistently excellent outcomes. Practice provides pre- and post-operative care while referring patients for surgery.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Broad incumbents

• MyEyeDr. Large multi-location optometry and optical retail group operating across the US. Comparable to Skowron in core service mix (eye exams, contact lens fittings, optical dispensary) but at vastly greater scale and with a corporate-backed footprint rather than a single independent site.
• EyeCare Partners: PE-backed, multi-state network of optometry and ophthalmology practices with integrated optical. Comparable clinical capabilities (ocular disease management, advanced diagnostics) at much larger scale and a primary consolidator of independent optometry practices like Skowron.

Direct peers

• Warby Parker: Vertically integrated optical retailer combining in-store eye exams, contact lens services, and designer eyewear at accessible price points. Directly competes for Skowron's contact lens and frame revenue and shares the 'lifestyle optical' positioning.
• LensCrafters: National optical retail chain offering eye exams, contact lens fittings, and eyewear in mall-based locations. Directly competes for Skowron's frame and exam customers with broader geographic reach and stronger marketing budgets.
• Pearle Vision: Franchised optometry and optical retail chain offering comprehensive eye exams and eyewear. Comparable service mix to Skowron including medical eye care co-management, but operating through franchisees at scale.
• America's Best Contacts & Eyeglasses: Discount optical chain combining eye exams with competitively priced contact lenses and two-pair frame deals. Directly competes on Skowron's contact lens and eyewear pricing/value proposition for budget-sensitive consumers.
• Visionworks: National optical retailer offering eye exams, contact lenses, and frames across hundreds of locations. Comparable exam-and-eyewear service model competing for Skowron's patient base in the broader Midwest region.
• For Eyes: Multi-location optical retailer offering eye exams, contact lens fittings, and eyewear. Comparable independent-style service model scaled across multiple geographies, competing for similar patient demographics.
• Target Optical: Optical retail concept operating inside Target stores offering eye exams, contact lens services, and frames. Directly competes for Skowron's routine exam and eyewear customers through convenience and bundled value.
• Costco Optical: Warehouse-club-based optical department offering eye exams and competitively priced frames and contact lenses. Competes for Skowron's price-sensitive eyewear and contact lens patients with a membership-driven value proposition.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/SkowronEyeCareIL
• Xx.com/SkowronEyecare

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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