Texas Eye and Laser Center

What Texas Eye and Laser Center does

Texas Eye and Laser Center is an independent, physician-owned ophthalmology and refractive surgery practice headquartered in Hurst, Texas, with a secondary clinic in Fort Worth. Founded circa 1970 by Dr. Brian D. Ranelle and Dr. Jerry G. Hu, the practice has operated for 50+ years and claims more than 60,000 surgical procedures performed. The current clinical team comprises two board-certified ophthalmologists (Dr. Jerry G. Hu and Dr. Scott A. Cherne) and six optometrists, supported by 101–250 total staff across both locations.

The practice delivers a full spectrum of refractive and medical eye care built around advanced laser and surgical platforms, including wavefront-guided custom LASIK (using the iFS Advanced Femtosecond Laser and WaveScan iDesign), SMILE (ZEISS femtosecond), EVO ICL, PRK, refractive clear lens extraction, and laser-assisted cataract surgery with the Alcon LenSx system and ORA intraoperative aberrometry. Premium intraocular lens offerings (PanOptix, Vivity, Symfony, ReSTOR, Tecnis Multifocal, TECNIS Odyssey, Light Adjustable Lens, AcrySof Toric) are upsold alongside standard cataract surgery. Adjacent services include corneal transplants (DSAEK, DMEK, FALK), corneal cross-linking, Intacs for keratoconus, glaucoma management (medical, SLT, MIGS), diabetic retinopathy care, and IPL therapy for dry eye. Surgical cases are performed at the on-site board-accredited Texas Eye Surgery Center ambulatory surgery center.

Revenue is generated through per-procedure surgical fees, elective premium IOL upgrades paid out-of-pocket, recurring medical eye care (chronic glaucoma, diabetic eye disease, dry eye management), and diagnostic testing. Third-party financing is offered via CareCredit and Alphaeon Credit; insurance covers medically necessary procedures while elective refractive surgery is self-pay. The go-to-market model is direct-to-consumer to adult patients in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, supported by website self-tests, Zocdoc online booking, a refer-a-patient program, an OD Portal for optometric referrals, content marketing, and earned media in Fort Worth Magazine. No private equity, venture capital, or corporate parent is identified; ownership rests with the practicing physicians.

Name

Texas Eye and Laser Center

Legal name

Texas Eye and Laser Center

Website

https://lasikdr.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1970

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Texas Eye and Laser Center is a physician-owned ophthalmology and refractive surgery practice in Hurst and Fort Worth, Texas, delivering LASIK, SMILE, cataract surgery, corneal, glaucoma, and dry eye treatments to adult patients across the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Ophthalmology and Refractive Surgery Services

NAICS

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), Ophthalmology Surgery Centers (HLAFAIAF), Optometry Clinics (Primary Eye Care) (HLAKAKAB)

Keywords

• Refractive surgery
• Cataract surgery
• LASIK procedures
• Ophthalmology services
• Cornea treatment

Headquarters

HQ city

Hurst

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Surgical Procedures: One-time surgical fees for elective and medically necessary eye procedures including LASIK, SMILE, EVO ICL, cataract surgery, corneal transplants, and glaucoma procedures. Revenue is procedure-based with per-case pricing.
2. Premium Intraocular Lens (IOL) Upgrades: Upsell revenue from premium lifestyle IOLs (PanOptix, Vivity, Symfony, ReSTOR, Tecnis Multifocal, toric options) that provide enhanced vision correction beyond standard monofocal lenses. These are elective upgrades not typically covered by insurance.
3. Comprehensive Eye Care Services: Recurring revenue from routine eye exams, glaucoma management, diabetic eye care, dry eye treatment, and ongoing medical eye care for chronic conditions.
4. Diagnostic Testing: Revenue from advanced diagnostic imaging and testing including biometry, topography, visual field testing, and specialized pre-operative measurements.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Texas Eye and Laser Center is a physician-owned ophthalmology and refractive surgery practice that delivers laser vision correction (Custom Blade-Free LASIK, SMILE, PRK, EVO ICL, Refractive Clear Lens Extraction), laser-assisted cataract surgery with premium intraocular lens upgrades, and specialized medical eye care including corneal transplants, glaucoma management, diabetic retinopathy care, and IPL dry eye therapy. Services are rendered through two clinical locations in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex and an on-site board-accredited ambulatory surgery center (Texas Eye Surgery Center).

Product overview

Texas Eye and Laser Center is a comprehensive ophthalmology and refractive surgery practice offering a unified portfolio of eye care services centered around laser vision correction and cataract surgery. The core offerings include blade-free custom LASIK, SMILE, EVO ICL, PRK, and Refractive Lens Extraction for vision correction, complemented by laser-assisted cataract surgery with premium intraocular lens options (PanOptix, Vivity, Symfony, ReSTOR, Tecnis Multifocal, Odyssey, Light Adjustable Lens, and toric variants). Additional specialized services include corneal transplants (DMEK, DSAEK, FALK), corneal cross-linking, Intacs for keratoconus, glaucoma management, diabetic retinopathy care, and IPL therapy for dry eye. The practice operates an on-site accredited ambulatory surgery center (Texas Eye Surgery Center) and utilizes advanced diagnostic and laser technologies including the ORA System with SmartVision, WaveScan iDesign, and iFS Advanced Femtosecond Laser. Services are delivered through board-certified ophthalmologists and optometrists at two locations (Hurst and Fort Worth, TX).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Custom Blade-Free LASIK Wavefront-guided custom LASIK using femtosecond and excimer laser technology for treatment of myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism, designed to deliver freedom from glasses and contact lenses.
• SMILE (Small Incision Lenticule Extraction) Flap-free laser vision correction using the ZEISS femtosecond laser to create and remove a corneal lenticule through a small incision, suitable for myopia and astigmatism including patients with dry eye, thin corneas, or active lifestyles.
• EVO ICL (Implantable Collamer Lens) Additive refractive procedure placing a biocompatible Collamer lens inside the eye to correct myopia and astigmatism without corneal reshaping, serving patients with high prescriptions or thin corneas who are not ideal LASIK candidates.
• PRK (Photorefractive Keratectomy) Surface ablation refractive procedure for nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism in patients whose corneas are unsuitable for flap-based LASIK.
• Refractive Clear Lens Extraction (RLE) Refractive lens replacement procedure for presbyopia, high myopia, or hyperopia in patients over 40, replacing the eye's natural lens with an artificial lens to reduce dependence on glasses or contacts, including readers and bifocals.
• Laser-Assisted Cataract Surgery Cataract removal using the Alcon LenSx femtosecond laser for blade-free incision creation combined with the practice's proprietary nano-incision technique and ORA System intraoperative aberrometry to optimize lens power selection and visual outcomes.
• Premium Intraocular Lens (IOL) Implantation Premium lens implant offering (PanOptix trifocal, Vivity EDOF, Symfony EDOF, ReSTOR multifocal, Tecnis Multifocal, Odyssey, Light Adjustable Lens, and toric options) implanted during cataract surgery to reduce dependence on corrective eyewear, including near, intermediate, and distance vision correction.
• Corneal Transplant Services Corneal transplant procedures including DMEK, DSAEK, FALK, and penetrating/endothelial keratoplasty for corneal disease, Fuchs dystrophy, and other endothelial conditions, employing Dr. Cherne's high-adherence DSAEK technique.
• Corneal Cross-Linking Treatment using riboflavin drops and UV light to strengthen the cornea and halt progression of keratoconus and other corneal ectasias.
• Intacs for Keratoconus Placement of small biocompatible corneal implants to flatten corneal bulging and stabilize vision in keratoconus patients.
• Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) Therapy for Dry Eye Advanced dry eye treatment targeting meibomian gland dysfunction by melting stagnant secretions and restoring tear film stability to address the root cause of evaporative dry eye rather than masking symptoms.
• Glaucoma Management Comprehensive glaucoma diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment including medical management, SLT laser treatment, and MIGS surgical options to prevent vision loss from elevated intraocular pressure.
• Diabetic Retinopathy Care Evaluation, monitoring, and management of diabetic eye disease including retinopathy screening and referral for retinal complications to prevent diabetes-related vision loss.

Quantifiable outcome

• 98% patient satisfaction rate with LASIK
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• ZEISScoreTechnology or IntegrationTechnology provider for SMILE femtosecond laser platform. SMILE technology uses a femtosecond laser from ZEISS to create and remove a corneal lenticule through a small incision for flap-free laser vision correction.
• AlconcoreTechnology or IntegrationProvider of LenSx femtosecond laser for blade-free cataract surgery. Texas Eye and Laser Center was one of the first surgical facilities in the United States to offer laser cataract surgery using the Alcon LenSx Femtosecond Laser.
• ZocdocminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOnline appointment scheduling platform partner enabling new patients to book consultations directly through Zocdoc's booking platform.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Kleiman|Evangelista Eye Centers: DFW-area LASIK and cataract practice chain with multiple locations and in-house surgeons. Directly comparable elective-refractive and premium-cataract positioning in the same metro.
• TLC Laser Eye Centers: National refractive surgery chain offering LASIK, PRK, and SMILE. Directly comparable on elective laser vision correction services, surgeon-led model, and consumer marketing approach.
• Key-Whitman Eye Center: Dallas-based multi-physician ophthalmology practice offering LASIK, cataract, cornea, and glaucoma services. Direct DFW competitor with overlapping surgeon mix and on-site surgical capabilities.
• LasikPlus: One of the largest national LASIK-focused chains in the United States. Directly competes with Texas Eye and Laser Center on elective refractive procedures in the same DFW market, with similar pricing models and online self-test funnels.

Regional players

• Anchor Eyecare: Texas-based optometry/ophthalmology group providing comprehensive eye care and refractive surgery. Regional peer with overlapping cataract and refractive services.
• Mann Eye Institute: Multi-location Texas-based ophthalmology and refractive surgery practice. Strong regional peer in the same state with overlapping LASIK, cataract, and corneal services; comparable size and premium-positioning model.

Broad incumbents

• American Vision Partners: Multi-state ophthalmology platform formed via PE-backed consolidation of refractive and medical-surgical practices. Comparable on the ASC-anchored multi-location model and premium-IOL services.
• EyeCare Partners: Large PE-backed, multi-specialty ophthalmology and optometry platform with a national footprint. Competes regionally in DFW and represents the well-capitalized consolidator threat in the category.

Others

• VSP Vision: Large U.S. vision benefits and optical retailer network. Adjacent rather than directly competitive, but exercises payer-side influence over optometric referrals and elective refractive patient flow to practices like Texas Eye and Laser Center.
• ZEISS (Carl Zeiss Meditec): Supplier of the SMILE femtosecond laser platform used by Texas Eye and Laser Center. Adjacent infrastructure provider whose technology roadmap directly shapes the practice's refractive procedure mix and ASP.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/txeyelaser
• Facebookfacebook.com/texaseyeandlaser/?rf=822968891106022
• Instagraminstagram.com/txeyelaser_surgerycenter

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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