Vista Alpina

What Vista Alpina does

Vista Alpina Augenklinik AG operates a regional ophthalmology clinic platform in the Swiss canton of Valais, with headquarters and an in-house operating room in Visp and branch clinics in Brig, Siders, and Sitten. The legal entity is a privately held Swiss Aktiengesellschaft (corporation) represented by Dr. med. Kristof Vandekerckhove. The clinic is staffed by eleven ophthalmologists delivering a full spectrum of eye care: general consultations (Sprechstunde), cataract and glaucoma surgery, retinal (vitrectomy) surgery, eyelid surgery, intravitreal injections for macular degeneration and related retinal conditions, corneal crosslinking for keratoconus, laser treatments for specific conditions, and refractive vision-correction procedures.

Service architecture centers on a single integrated offering of "everything under one roof" — diagnostics, imaging, outpatient consultations, and surgery performed in the clinic's own operating theater. Technical capabilities span advanced intraocular lens categories (toric, EDOF bifocal, trifocal, and add-on sulcus lenses), minimal-incision vitrectomy using 0.6mm instrumentation, riboflavin/UV-A corneal crosslinking, and gas-tamponade retinal repair. Dr. Vandekerckhove participates in international clinical research and contributes to development of new toric and multifocal lenses, with up to 2,000 cataract operations and 800 premium lens implantations performed annually alongside more than 3,000 intravitreal injections and over 300 eyelid/other eye surgeries.

Vista Alpina monetizes through a hybrid professional-services and consumer-elective model: standard ophthalmic procedures are billed under Swiss basic health insurance, while premium lens upgrades (CHF 600–2,000 per lens) and add-on lens procedures (from CHF 3,450 per eye) are paid directly by patients as elective self-pay services. Patient acquisition runs through a direct-to-consumer motion anchored on a multi-language website, educational YouTube content, OneDoc online appointment booking across all four locations, physician referrals from regional GPs, and LinkedIn presence. The clinic additionally holds recognized training-facility status from the Swiss Medical Association for ophthalmology specialty titles (2024) and operates under GDPR/DS-GVO data handling and Axa Winterthur professional liability coverage.

Name

Vista Alpina

Legal name

Vista Alpina Augenklinik AG

Website

https://vista-alpina.ch

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Vista Alpina Augenklinik AG is a private Swiss ophthalmology clinic group operating four locations across the Valais canton with eleven ophthalmologists and an in-house operating room, providing cataract, glaucoma, retinal, eyelid, and refractive lens surgery plus intravitreal therapy to Upper Valais patients.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Ophthalmology Services

NAICS

Offices of Physicians (62111)

SIC

Services-Specialty Outpatient Facilities, Nec (8093), Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011), Services-Health Services (8000)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYHLAKAKAC

Ophthalmology Clinics (Medical & Surgical Eye Care)

Healthcare & Life Sciences/Specialist Medical Practice/Ophthalmology & Optometry

SECONDARYHLAKAKAA

Comprehensive Eye Exams & Vision Care

Healthcare & Life Sciences/Specialist Medical Practice/Ophthalmology & Optometry

SECONDARYHLAFAIAF

Ophthalmology Surgery Centers

Healthcare & Life Sciences/Healthcare Providers & Systems/Surgical Centers & Perioperative Care (ASCs)

SECONDARYHLAKAKAE

Retina & Vitreous Specialists

Healthcare & Life Sciences/Specialist Medical Practice/Ophthalmology & Optometry

Keywords

• Ophthalmology services
• Eye care clinic
• Cataract surgery
• Refractive lens implants
• Vision correction procedures

Headquarters

HQ city

Visp

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Ophthalmic Consultation Services: General ophthalmology consultations across multiple locations (Visp, Brig, Siders, Sitten) providing eye examinations, diagnostics, and treatment planning for various eye conditions including cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, and keratoconus.
2. Surgical Procedures: Revenue from eye surgeries including cataract operations (up to 2000 annually), eyelid surgeries (300+ annually), retinal surgery, and glaucoma procedures. Premium lens upgrades (CHF 600-2,000) and add-on lenses (from CHF 3,450 per eye) generate additional revenue above standard procedure costs.
3. Intravitreal Therapies: Over 3000 intravitreal injections per year for treatment of conditions such as age-related macular degeneration, providing recurring revenue from ongoing treatment protocols.
4. Premium Lens Sales: Sale of premium intraocular lenses including toric, EDOF (bifocal), and trifocal lenses at prices ranging from CHF 600 to CHF 2,000 per lens. These are paid directly by patients as they are not covered by health insurance.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Vista Alpina operates a multi-location ophthalmology clinic (Augenklinik) providing general eye consultations, diagnostics, and surgical treatments for cataracts, glaucoma, retinal conditions, keratoconus, and eyelid disorders. It also offers elective vision-correction services (ICL implantable contact lenses, clear lens extraction, premium intraocular lenses, and add-on lenses) so patients can see without glasses. The clinic performs up to 2,000 cataract operations, 300+ eyelid/other eye operations, and over 3,000 intravitreal injections annually across its four Swiss locations.

Product overview

Vista Alpina is a multi-location eye clinic (Augenklinik) in the Swiss canton of Valais offering comprehensive ophthalmology services across four locations (Brig, Visp, Siders, Sitten). The clinic operates with eleven ophthalmologists and its own operating room, providing a complete range of eye care services. The core offerings include general consultations (Sprechstunde), surgical services (Augenchirurgie) such as cataract, glaucoma, retina, and eyelid surgery, and refractive vision correction procedures (Sehen ohne Brille) including ICL implantable lenses, clear lens extraction, and premium lens options. The clinic distinguishes itself through lens-based vision correction rather than laser procedures, and offers specialized treatments including corneal crosslinking, intravitreal therapy, and laser treatments for specific conditions. Annual volume includes up to 2,000 cataract operations, over 300 eyelid and other eye surgeries, and over 3,000 intravitreal injections.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Sprechstunde (Ophthalmology Consultations) General ophthalmology consultations including eye examinations, vision tests, children's eye care, strabismus care, emergency consultations, and glasses prescriptions for individual patients across all four clinic locations.
• Grauer Star Operation (Cataract Surgery) Cataract removal with artificial intraocular lens implantation performed in the clinic's own operating room; up to 2,000 procedures are performed annually for patients with cataract-induced vision impairment.
• Premiumlinsen (Premium Intraocular Lenses for Cataract Surgery) Refractive premium intraocular lenses (toric for astigmatism, EDOF/bifocal, and trifocal) used as upgrades during cataract surgery to reduce or eliminate dependence on glasses; priced CHF 600 to CHF 2,000 per lens and paid directly by the patient.
• Add-on Linsen (Add-on Intraocular Lenses) Secondary intraocular lens implanted in the sulcus behind the iris and in front of the capsular bag for patients who still need glasses after cataract surgery; priced from CHF 3,450 per eye including operation and lens.
• ICL Implantierbare Kontaktlinsen (Implantable Contact Lenses) Phakic implantable contact lenses for vision correction, suitable for patients aged 21 and older who want to see without glasses, offered as a lens-based alternative to refractive laser surgery.
• Grüner Star Operation (Glaucoma Surgery) Surgical treatment of glaucoma (Grüner Star), including conventional glaucoma surgery and minimally invasive options such as Xen Gel Stent and PreserFlo MicroShunt for patients with progressive glaucoma.
• Xen Gel Stent (Glaucoma MIGS) Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery using the Xen Gel Stent device to lower intraocular pressure in patients with glaucoma.
• PreserFlo MicroShunt (Glaucoma MIGS) Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery using the PreserFlo MicroShunt device to lower intraocular pressure in patients with glaucoma.
• Laserbehandlungen (Laser Treatments) Laser treatments for diabetic retinopathy, posterior capsule opacification (after-cataract), and other non-refractive eye conditions; the clinic does not use laser for refractive correction, preferring lens-based options.
• Intravitreale Therapie (Intravitreal Therapy) Intravitreal injections for retinal conditions such as age-related macular degeneration; over 3,000 injections are administered each year as part of recurring treatment protocols.
• Crosslinking Hornhaut (Corneal Crosslinking) Corneal crosslinking treatment to halt progression of keratoconus by creating new cross-links between corneal collagen fibers using riboflavin (Vitamin B2) drops and UV-A light irradiation at 365 nm.
• Netzhautchirurgie (Retina Surgery / Vitrectomy) Vitrectomy procedure for retinal problems using 0.6 mm instruments; absorbable gas may be used as tamponade post-operatively to support the retina during healing.
• Lidoperationen (Eyelid Surgery) Blepharoplasty for drooping or sliding eyelids (Blepharochalase) performed under local anesthesia, taking approximately 60 minutes for both eyes; the clinic performs 300+ such procedures per year.
• CLE Clear Lens Extraction (Refractive Lens Exchange) Clear lens extraction (refractive lens exchange) for patients seeking to see without glasses, offered as an alternative to laser-based refractive correction.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 2000 cataract operations annually
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature4 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• OneDoccoreTechnology or IntegrationOneDoc is an online appointment booking platform integrated into Vista Alpina's website, allowing patients to book appointments online at all four clinic locations (Brig, Visp, Siders, Sitten).

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Pallas Kliniken: Largest Swiss ophthalmology clinic chain with multiple sites offering cataract surgery, refractive procedures, and premium IOLs. Most direct comparable in geography and service mix to Vista Alpina, and represents the principal Swiss private competitor.
• Augenklinik Zollikerberg / Zollikerberg Augenklinik: Hospital-affiliated ophthalmology clinic in the Zurich area offering comprehensive eye surgery, cataract operations, and premium lens implants. Comparable multi-specialty ophthalmology practice serving the German-speaking Swiss market.
• Vista Klinik (Basel): Swiss private eye clinic offering cataract surgery, refractive lens procedures, and intravitreal therapies. Operates with a multi-physician model similar to Vista Alpina and competes for the same premium-lens patient segment.
• AugenCentrum / Augencenter Zürich: Swiss private ophthalmology group practice providing cataract, refractive, and intravitreal treatments across multiple locations. Closely comparable business model and service mix to Vista Alpina's multi-site operation.
• Care Vision (Deutsche Augenärzte): German ophthalmology clinic chain focused on cataract, lens, and laser procedures with high surgical throughput. Comparable business model, premium-lens emphasis, and multi-site clinic operations.

Broad incumbents

• Bergman Clinics (Bergman Augen): European private clinic chain (Netherlands-origin) with a dedicated ophthalmology division offering cataract, refractive, and retinal services across multiple countries. Useful as a scaled European peer and a model for cross-border expansion.
• EuroEyes: Germany-headquartered refractive surgery and premium IOL clinic chain operating across Europe and China. Comparable premium-lens and refractive surgery positioning at greater scale.
• Smile Eyes (Ober-Scharrer-Gruppe): Large German ophthalmology group (part of Ober-Scharrer-Gruppe) operating numerous eye clinics and ambulatory surgery centers offering cataract, refractive, and retinal services. Useful European scale comparable.
• Inselspital Bern — Universitäts-Augenklinik: University eye hospital in Bern providing full-scope academic ophthalmology including retinal, glaucoma, and cataract surgery. Competes for complex referrals from the same regional catchment as Vista Alpina.

Regional players

• Optical Express: UK/Ireland-based refractive surgery and ophthalmology provider with high-volume cataract and lens surgery operations. Comparable premium self-pay business model and surgical throughput, though serving a different (UK) geography.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@vistaalpinaeyeclinic/videos
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/vista-alpina

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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