Center For Sight

What Center For Sight does

Center For Sight is a privately held, multi-specialty physician practice headquartered in Southwest Florida, founded by Dr. David W. Shoemaker over 40 years ago (with company timeline records referencing 1985) and operating across 13 listed clinical locations and 2 surgery centers with 39 providers and a headcount of 251–500 employees. The practice delivers ophthalmology, optometry, dermatology, and cosmetic facial surgery services, with core subspecialties spanning cataract and refractive surgery, glaucoma, retina, cornea, oculoplastics, and dry eye management, supplemented by audiology, optical retail, contact lens fitting, and an accredited Optometry Residency Program in Ocular Disease with emphasis in Cornea and Contact Lenses. It also operates an AAAHC-accredited ambulatory surgery center in Sarasota and runs the Mission Cataract philanthropic program performing approximately 100 free cataract surgeries annually.

The technology portfolio is anchored on premium surgical platforms where Center For Sight claims #1 LENSAR Laser Practice status in the U.S. with over 45,000 cumulative LENSAR femtosecond laser cataract procedures, and was first-in-nation to implant the Johnson & Johnson TECNIS Synergy intraocular lens (FDA-approved 2021) and to offer the RxSight Light Adjustable Lens for post-surgical UV-adjustable vision correction. Refractive surgery leverages Alcon's WaveLight EX500 excimer laser and IntraLase femtosecond platforms; dry eye offerings include LipiFlow, iLux, and Intense Pulsed Light therapy; retina care includes IZERVAY for geographic atrophy and Valeda photobiomodulation for dry AMD; and the clinical research program runs ongoing trials in glaucoma, IOLs, oculoplastics, presbyopia, and retina. An in-house Oculo-Facial Plastic surgeon (Dr. John P. Fezza) and dermatology services via the AMARA brand extend into facelifts, CO2 laser resurfacing, injectables, and skincare. The practice is a partner of US Eye, a vertically integrated multi-specialty physician network, and has expanded via the acquisitions of Montgomery Eye Care and AMARA Aesthetic Surgery & Dermatology.

The business model is predominantly fee-for-service professional services billed to Medicare, Medicare Advantage (Aetna, Florida Blue, United Healthcare), commercial insurers, and patients (co-pays, deductibles, coinsurance collected before or at time of service as of August 2025), complemented by optical retail (eyeglass frames and lenses) and elective aesthetic revenue. Patient financing is enabled through partnerships with Alphaeon Credit (28.99% APR, $27 minimum payment) and CareCredit (zero percent financing for qualifying periods), with additional payments processed via ePayItOnline and contact lens reorders via Abby. Patient acquisition runs through direct-to-consumer channels — organic search via the practice blog (physician-authored educational content), social media (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, Twitter), online self-scheduling via Luma Health, and referrals within the US Eye network and from primary care physicians and insurance networks. No venture capital, private equity, or public listing has been identified.

Name

Center For Sight

Legal name

Center For Sight

Website

https://centerforsight.net

Company type

Private

Founded year

1985

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Center For Sight is a privately held, multi-specialty physician practice in Southwest Florida providing ophthalmology, optometry, dermatology, cosmetic facial surgery, and optical retail across 13 clinical locations, 2 surgery centers, and 39 providers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Naples

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices13 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Medical and Surgical Eye Care Services: Center For Sight generates revenue primarily through fee-for-service medical care, including ophthalmology consultations, diagnostic exams, laser and surgical procedures (cataract, LASIK, glaucoma, cornea, retina), and aesthetic/cosmetic procedures. Services are billed to Medicare, Medicare Advantage plans, and commercial insurance. Patients pay co-pays, deductibles, and coinsurance, with payments collected before or at the time of service as of August 2025.
2. Optical / Eyewear Retail: On-site optical boutiques sell prescription eyeglass frames, lenses, and accessories. Revenue from optical sales complements clinical services, offering patients a full-service eyewear solution.
3. Financing Plans (Alphaeon Credit & CareCredit): Partnership with Alphaeon Credit and CareCredit to offer patients affordable financing including zero percent financing and long-term low monthly payment plans for procedures not covered by insurance.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Center For Sight is a multi-specialty physician practice providing comprehensive ophthalmology, optometry, dermatology, and cosmetic facial surgery services to adults and seniors across Southwest Florida. The practice delivers surgical vision correction (laser cataract surgery, LASIK, premium IOL implantation, refractive lens exchange), medical eye care (glaucoma, retina, cornea, dry eye), facial cosmetic procedures, dermatology, full-service optical retail, and an optometry residency program, supported by 13 clinic/surgery locations and 39 providers. Advanced technology platforms include the LENSAR femtosecond laser, TECNIS Synergy IOL, RxSight Light Adjustable Lens, IntraLase, and WaveLight EX500 excimer laser systems.

Product overview

Center For Sight is a multi-disciplinary ophthalmology and optometry practice offering a comprehensive portfolio of eye care services across Southwest Florida. The practice operates a unified service model centered around surgical vision correction (laser cataract surgery, LASIK, lens implants), disease management (glaucoma, retina, cornea), and supporting services (dry eye therapy, optical, contact lenses, aesthetics). Key surgical technologies include the LENSAR femtosecond laser, TECNIS Synergy IOL, and RxSight Light Adjustable Lens. The practice also offers facial cosmetic surgery through its Facelifts by Fezza program, dermatology services through AMARA, an optometry residency program, and participates in clinical studies. The service portfolio spans from routine eye exams and optical retail through advanced surgical procedures, unified by the practice's AAAHC-accredited surgery center and 14 clinic locations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Laser Cataract Surgery
• LASIK & Beyond (Refractive Surgery)
• Glaucoma Treatment & Management
• Retina Conditions Treatment
• Cornea Care
• Facelifts by Fezza
• Emergency Eye Care
• Adult & Senior Eye Exams
• Optical Services
• Diabetic Eye Exams
• Dry Eye Therapy
• Contact Lens Exams, Fittings & Brands
• Aesthetic Services
• Dermatology & Skincare
• Clear Lens Enhancement (CLE)
• EVO ICL Lens Implantation
• Mission Cataract Program
• Clinical Studies
• Optometry Residency Program

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 45,000 successful LENSAR femtosecond laser cataract procedures performed
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature10 records

Partnerships

17 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• US EyecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCenter For Sight is a proud partner of US Eye, a leading group of patient-centric, vertically integrated multi-specialty physician practices providing care in ophthalmology, optometry, dermatology, and cosmetic facial surgery. US Eye serves as an organizational umbrella providing operational infrastructure, scale benefits, and a network of affiliated practices.
• ASCRS FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to expand the Mission Cataract program nationally. The ASCRS Foundation supports charitable cataract surgery initiatives, and Center For Sight has partnered with them and Operation Sight to extend reach and provide sight-saving services to more individuals in need.
• Operation SightminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Operation Sight (ASCRS Foundation initiative) to expand Mission Cataract reach and provide free cataract surgery to adults below the poverty level in Florida and across the nation.
• Alphaeon CreditminorOthersAlphaeon Credit provides affordable financing through a credit card specifically designed for aesthetic and elective healthcare procedures, offering special financing options not available with traditional credit cards. Center For Sight directs patients to Alphaeon for payment plans.
• CareCreditminorOthersCareCredit is a healthcare credit card offering zero percent financing and long-term low monthly payment plans. Center For Sight has partnered with CareCredit to help patients afford out-of-pocket healthcare expenses not covered by insurance.
• LENSARcoreTechnology or IntegrationLENSAR provides the femtosecond laser platform used for laser cataract surgery. Center For Sight is the #1 LENSAR Laser Practice in the country, having performed over 45,000 LENSAR procedures and was among the first in the nation to adopt the technology in 2012.
• Johnson & Johnson Vision (Tecnis Synergy IOL)coreTechnology or IntegrationCenter For Sight was the first in the nation to implant the Johnson & Johnson TECNIS Synergy intraocular lens (IOL), approved by the FDA in 2021. This is the most advanced IOL offering uninterrupted high-contrast vision at all depths.
• RxSight (Light Adjustable Lens)coreTechnology or IntegrationRxSight provides the Light Adjustable Lens (LAL) and Light Delivery Device, allowing post-surgical vision customization via UV light treatments. Center For Sight offers this technology for cataract patients with preexisting astigmatism.
• Alcon (WaveLight EX500, IntraLase)coreTechnology or IntegrationAlcon provides the WaveLight EX500 excimer laser with wavefront technology for LASIK and PRK, and the IntraLase femtosecond laser for blade-free LASIK flap creation. Both technologies are core to Center For Sight's refractive surgery offerings.
• EyeMed Vision CareminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEyeMed is a vision plan provider that Center For Sight works with to provide vision care services and eyewear to patients.
• Superior VisionminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSuperior Vision is a vision plan provider that Center For Sight accepts for vision care services and eyewear products.
• VSP Vision Care PlanminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVSP (Vision Service Plan) is a vision care benefit provider that Center For Sight participates with to offer in-network vision services and eyewear.
• Aetna Medicare AdvantageminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCenter For Sight is a participating provider for Aetna Medicare Advantage HMO and PPO plans, serving senior patients with Medicare coverage.
• Florida Blue Medicare AdvantageminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCenter For Sight is a participating provider for Florida Blue Medicare Advantage PPO and HMO plans, accepting both plan types with HMO requiring PCP referrals.
• United Healthcare Medicare AdvantageminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCenter For Sight is a participating provider for United Healthcare Medicare Advantage HMO and PPO plans for senior patients.
• Sarasota PathologyminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerSarasota Pathology provides pathology lab services for tissue analysis when specimens are sent during surgical procedures. Located at 2001 Webber St, Sarasota, FL 34239.
• Sarasota Memorial HospitalminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerSarasota Memorial Hospital serves as a pathology reference lab for tissue analysis during surgeries. Located at 700 S Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34239.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• US Eye: Vertically integrated multi-specialty physician group in ophthalmology, optometry, dermatology, and cosmetic facial surgery — the same multi-specialty model as Center For Sight and its declared network partner, making it the closest comparable for size, service mix, and growth strategy.
• Mann Eye Institute: Multi-location ophthalmology and optometry group providing LASIK, cataract surgery with premium IOLs, and dry-eye therapy — directly comparable to Center For Sight's premium cataract and refractive service portfolio.
• Barnet Dulaney Perkins Eye Center: Large multi-specialty eye-care group with surgical centers across the Southwest, offering cataract, LASIK, glaucoma, and retina care — directly comparable service mix and multi-ASC operating model to Center For Sight.
• Key-Whitman Eye Center: Multi-physician ophthalmology group specializing in cataract surgery with premium IOLs, LASIK, and cornea care — comparable subspecialty depth and premium technology positioning to Center For Sight.
• Eye Health America: PE-backed multi-specialty eye-care platform integrating ophthalmology, optometry, and ambulatory surgery centers — closely comparable consolidated practice/ASC operating model to Center For Sight's 2-surgery-center footprint.
• TLC Laser Eye Centers: National refractive surgery brand focused on LASIK and PRK using advanced laser platforms (including WaveLight and IntraLase) — directly comparable to Center For Sight's LASIK & Beyond service line on technology and patient demographic.
• Wolfe Eye Clinic: Multi-specialty ophthalmology and optometry practice with multiple clinical locations and surgical services including cataract, LASIK, glaucoma, and retina — closely comparable full-service eye-care operating model.
• Arbor Centers for EyeCare: Multi-physician ophthalmology group in the Midwest with a strong premium IOL and refractive surgery practice — comparable subspecialty model and premium-catarity positioning to Center For Sight.

Regional players

• Newsom Eye: Florida-based ophthalmology and optometry practice offering LASIK, cataract surgery, and glaucoma care — directly comparable specialty mix and regional market positioning to Center For Sight within the Florida eye-care landscape.
• Florida Eye Clinic: Florida-based ophthalmology practice offering cataract, glaucoma, LASIK, and oculoplastic services — directly comparable in regional geography and core ophthalmology service mix to Center For Sight.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/centreforsight
• Facebookfacebook.com/center-for-sight-335341696557176
• Instagraminstagram.com/center_for_sight
• Xx.com/cfssarasota
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/center-for-sight

Compliance1 record

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Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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