Eye Care for the Adirondacks

What Eye Care for the Adirondacks does

Eye Care for the Adirondacks is a private multi-specialty ophthalmology and optometry practice headquartered in Plattsburgh, New York, serving patients across the North Country and Champlain Valley region. Founded in 1978 by Dr. Kjell Dahlen, the practice operates three physical office locations — Plattsburgh, Saranac Lake, and Malone — and includes approximately ten providers across optometry, comprehensive ophthalmology, glaucoma, and retina subspecialties. The practice operates the Cataract Center for the Adirondacks, an on-site Ambulatory Surgery Center in Plattsburgh that performs outpatient cataract, glaucoma, retinal, laser, and strabismus procedures, including premium intraocular lens options.

The practice offers a comprehensive suite of clinical and retail services: routine and diabetic eye exams, cataract surgery with monofocal/toric/multifocal IOL options, glaucoma and retina surgery, laser surgery, dry eye diagnosis and treatment using Tear Lab osmolarity diagnostics, facial aesthetics (Botox and dermal fillers), and full-service optical centers providing designer eyewear and specialty lens technologies. The technology stack includes an EMA patient portal, integrated contact lens e-commerce via YourLens, CareCredit patient financing, and Google Reviews integration across all locations. In 2026, the practice added Valeda photobiomodulation (PBM) and Tixel thermal treatment technologies, expanding into emerging ocular therapy and aesthetic modalities.

The business model is primarily fee-for-service professional billing through insurance networks — including Medicare, Medicaid, Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Healthcare, Aetna, Cigna, and Vision Service Plan — supplemented by direct-pay optical retail revenue from frames, lenses, and contact lens sales. Patient acquisition relies on physician referrals, insurance network participation, community involvement (chamber of commerce memberships, health fairs, local sponsorships), and an active social media presence. The practice accepts CareCredit financing to support out-of-pocket procedure and product purchases. Founder Dr. Kjell Dahlen retired in January 2022 after over 40 years of service; current ownership and leadership structure are not publicly disclosed.

Name

Eye Care for the Adirondacks

Legal name

Eye Care for the Adirondacks

Website

https://eyecareadk.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1978

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Eye Care for the Adirondacks is a private multi-specialty ophthalmology and optometry practice with three locations across Northern New York, providing comprehensive eye exams, cataract and retinal surgery, dry eye treatment, and optical retail services to residents of the Champlain Valley region.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Ophthalmology and Optometry Services

NAICS

Offices of Optometrists (62132), Optical Goods Retailers (45613), Optical Goods Retailers (456130)

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

Comprehensive Eye Exams & Vision Care (HLAKAKAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Ambulatory Surgery Centers (Ophthalmic/Outpatient Eye Surgery) (HLAKAKAO), Optical Dispensing & Eyewear Devices (Frames, Lenses, Lens Edging/Finishing Equipment) (HLAHAJAD), Optometry Clinics (Primary Eye Care) (HLAKAKAB)

Keywords

• Ophthalmology services
• Cataract surgery
• Optometric care
• Retina surgery
• Optical retail

Headquarters

HQ city

Plattsburgh

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Eye Care Services: Comprehensive ophthalmology and optometry services including routine eye exams, diabetic eye exams, treatment of ocular diseases, and surgical procedures (cataract, glaucoma, retina, laser, strabismus). Revenue is generated through insurance billing and patient payments.
2. Optical Products: Sale of prescription eyewear, frames, sunglasses, spectacle lenses, and contact lenses through optical centers staffed by licensed opticians. Revenue from direct patient purchases.
3. Surgical Procedures: Outpatient surgical procedures performed at the Ambulatory Surgery Center including cataract surgery with various IOL options, glaucoma surgery, retina surgery, and laser surgery. Includes premium IOL options (toric, multifocal) at additional cost.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Eye Care for the Adirondacks is a multi-specialty ophthalmology and optometry practice delivering comprehensive eye care across three Northern New York locations. Core services include routine and diabetic eye exams, cataract surgery (with monofocal, toric, and multifocal IOL options) performed at its on-site Ambulatory Surgery Center, plus glaucoma, retina, laser, and strabismus surgery, dry eye treatment, and facial aesthetics. The practice also operates full-service Optical Centers selling designer eyewear, prescription lenses, and contact lenses.

Product overview

Eye Care for the Adirondacks is a multispecialty medical group offering comprehensive eye care services across three locations (Plattsburgh, Malone, Saranac Lake). The practice operates the Cataract Center for the Adirondacks as a dedicated outpatient surgery center in Plattsburgh. Core services include routine eye exams, cataract surgery (with monofocal, toric, and multifocal IOL options), glaucoma surgery, retina surgery, strabismus surgery, laser surgery, and dry eye treatment. The Optical Center provides retail eyewear services including designer frames and various lens options. Additional offerings include facial aesthetics (Botox, dermal fillers), diabetic eye exams, and newly introduced Valeda PBM and Tixel treatment technologies.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Routine Eye Exams Comprehensive eye examinations for vision correction and overall eye health assessment for residents of Northern New York.
• Cataract Surgery Outpatient cataract removal with intraocular lens (IOL) implant replacement, offered with monofocal, toric (astigmatism-correcting), and multifocal IOL options at the dedicated Cataract Center for the Adirondacks.
• Glaucoma Surgery Surgical treatments to control intraocular pressure, including laser and non-laser procedures that decrease fluid production or increase outflow.
• Retina Surgery Surgical procedures for retinal conditions including Age-Related Macular Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, Epimacular Membrane, Macular Hole, Retinal Detachment, and Retinal Tear; techniques include cryotherapy, photodynamic therapy, intravitreal injection, scleral buckle, and pars plana vitrectomy.
• Strabismus Surgery Surgical correction of ocular misalignment where eyes do not focus on the same image, involving tightening or loosening of the eye muscles.
• Laser Surgery Laser eye treatments for ocular conditions including eye tumors, retinopathy, macular degeneration, glaucoma, and retinal tears; uses four types of lasers for corneal sculpting, retinal bonding, and precise incisions.
• Dry Eye Treatment Comprehensive dry eye diagnosis and treatment using the Tear Lab Osmolarity System, with treatment approaches including artificial tears, tear conservation, tear production increase, and inflammation treatment.
• Facial Aesthetics Cosmetic procedures including Botox injections and injectable hyaluronic acid dermal fillers offered to patients at Eye Care for the Adirondacks.
• Optical Center Full-service optical shop staffed by licensed opticians providing designer eyewear, frames, sunglasses, and sport glasses, with lens options including single vision, no-line progressives, bifocals, trifocals, polarized, sports, computer, and occupational lenses.
• Contact Lens Services Contact lens fitting and ordering service offered at optical centers and via online ordering through the integrated YourLens platform for home delivery.
• Diabetic Eye Exams Specialized eye examinations for diabetic patients to detect and monitor diabetic retinopathy.
• Valeda PBM Treatment Valeda Photobiomodulation (PBM) treatment technology for vision care, newly introduced as a treatment offering.
• Tixel Dry Eye and Cosmetic Treatment Tixel thermal treatment technology for dry eye management and cosmetic applications, newly introduced as a treatment option.

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• CareCreditminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCareCredit healthcare financing credit card is accepted for patient payments, allowing patients to finance eye care procedures and products. The practice promotes CareCredit application links on their insurance page.
• Northeastern Association for the Blind in Albany (NABA)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDr. Monica Casey-Gee serves as Clinical Director of NABA and utilizes Eye Care for the Adirondacks office space to provide specialized low-vision care services to patients periodically throughout the year.
• North Country Eye Associates (Dr. Beauvais)minorOthersEye Care for the Adirondacks maintains custodial responsibility for certain medical records originating from North Country Eye Associates (Dr. Beauvais), demonstrating a collaborative relationship for patient records management in the region.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• PRISM Vision Group: PE-supported ophthalmology practice management platform consolidating mid-Atlantic and Northeast retina, glaucoma, and comprehensive eye-care groups. Comparable as a multi-subspecialty MD/OD model with surgery center economics.
• Quigley Eye Specialists: Multi-location ophthalmology and optometry practice in Southwest Florida offering cataract surgery with premium IOLs, glaucoma, retina, dry eye, and optical retail. Comparable comprehensive multi-specialty model with on-site surgery and optical shop.
• Katzen Eye Group: Mid-Atlantic multi-specialty ophthalmology practice with multiple locations and surgery centers offering cataract, glaucoma, retina, and oculoplastics plus optical retail. Comparable integrated regional eye-care delivery model.
• EyeCare Partners (now part of Versant Health / Eyecare Partners LLC): Large PE-backed ophthalmology and optometry group with multi-location practices and integrated optical retail across the Midwest, Mid-South, and beyond. Closely aligned business model combining clinical care, ASC, and optical dispensary.
• EyeSouth Partners: PE-backed network of multi-specialty ophthalmology practices with integrated ASCs across the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic. Closely comparable as a multi-subspecialty (retina, glaucoma, cataract) practice model with regional clinic + ASC footprint.
• Ophthalmic Consultants of Connecticut (OCLI): Large multi-specialty ophthalmology group in the Northeast offering cataract, glaucoma, retina, cornea, LASIK, and optical retail across multiple offices. Comparable multi-subspecialty practice with integrated ASC and optical.

Broad incumbents

• National Vision Holdings: Large publicly-traded optical retailer operating America's Best, Eyeglass World, and Vision Centers inside select Walmart stores. Comparable as a mass-market optical retail competitor with optometrist-staffed locations.
• EssilorLuxottica (LensCrafters / Target Optical): Global eyewear giant owning LensCrafters, Pearle Vision, Target Optical, and Sunglass Hut. Comparable as a large-scale optical retail and lens supplier that competes for prescription eyewear share.
• Bausch + Lomb (B+L): Global ophthalmic device and pharmaceutical company supplying IOLs, surgical instruments, dry-eye therapeutics, and contact lenses to practices like Eye Care for the Adirondacks. Comparable as a supplier in the same clinical workflow, not a direct competitor.

Emerging players

• Warby Parker: Direct-to-consumer eyewear and contact lens brand with growing brick-and-mortar retail and tele-optometry exam services. Comparable as a non-traditional optical retail and primary eye-care competitor, particularly relevant for the practice's optical center and contact lens business.

Market position

Strengths1 record

Weaknesses1 record

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/search?q=eye%20care%20for%20the%20adirondacks&src=typd
• Facebookfacebook.com/Eye-Care-For-The-Adirondacks-155920187788018
• Instagraminstagram.com/eyecareadk
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/linkedin.comeyecarefortheadirondacks

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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