Fischer Laser Eye Center

What Fischer Laser Eye Center does

Fischer Laser Eye Center is a physician-led, privately held comprehensive eye care practice operating seven clinics across central Minnesota, headquartered in Willmar, with an accredited outpatient surgery center co-located at the headquarters. Founded by Dr. Jeffrey Fischer, MD — a fellowship-trained cornea specialist whose credentials include residency at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute and fellowship at the University of Michigan's Kellogg Eye Center — the practice employs 6 doctors (1 MD ophthalmologist and 5 OD optometrists) and a support staff of 51–100 employees. Service offerings span routine eye exams, advanced surgical procedures (LASEK laser vision correction including the proprietary CATz topography-assisted protocol, laser-assisted cataract surgery, refractive lens exchange, DSAEK and Intacs for corneal disease, MIGS/iStent for glaucoma, and Light Adjustable Lens implantation), medical management of chronic conditions (glaucoma, macular degeneration, dry eye via LipiView/LipiFlow), pediatric eye care, specialty contact lens fitting, and a designer-brand optical retail department with on-site lens lab.

Revenue is generated across four primary streams: surgical procedures (highest ticket, largely elective and financed through CareCredit), routine eye exams and specialist consultations, optical retail (prescription eyewear, sunglasses, contact lenses), and patient-financing pass-throughs. The go-to-market motion is direct-to-consumer with strong community presence — patients self-schedule or walk in, doctors travel between rural locations, and the practice supplements local outreach with an "Eye to Eye" educational video series, online vision quizzes, and Google/Facebook review accumulation. Fischer participates in FDA clinical trials (Heidelberg Engineering, SpyGlass Pharma, Nidek, Bausch & Lomb), positioning it as a regional early-adopter of advanced ophthalmic technology, and operates under the legal umbrella of Medical Consulting Group, LLC.

Name

Fischer Laser Eye Center

Legal name

Fischer Laser Eye Center

Website

https://fischerlaser.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Fischer Laser Eye Center is a physician-owned comprehensive eye care practice operating 7 clinics and an accredited surgery center across central Minnesota, delivering cataract surgery, LASEK vision correction, glaucoma and cornea care, pediatric optometry, and optical retail under fellowship-trained ophthalmologist Dr. Jeffrey Fischer.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Ophthalmology and Optometry Services

NAICS

Offices of Optometrists (62132), Optical Goods Retailers (45613), Diagnostic Imaging Centers (621512)

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

Ophthalmology Clinics (Medical & Surgical Eye Care) (HLAKAKAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Optometry Clinics (Primary Eye Care) (HLAKAKAB), Ophthalmology Surgery Centers (HLAFAIAF), Vision & Ophthalmic Diagnostic Centers (Optometry/OCT/Retinal Imaging) (HLAFAKAI)

Keywords

• Ophthalmology services
• Cataract surgery
• Laser vision correction
• Optometry care
• Eye care clinic

Headquarters

HQ city

Willmar

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel

Revenue model

1. Eye Exams and Consultations: Comprehensive eye exams, diagnostic services, and specialist consultations for various eye conditions and vision correction needs.
2. Surgical Procedures: Cataract surgery, laser cataract surgery, LASEK vision correction, lens replacement, cornea transplants, and glaucoma procedures. Includes both traditional and advanced laser-assisted techniques.
3. Optical Retail: Eyewear sales including prescription glasses, sunglasses (designer brands), and contact lenses. Lab services for lens cutting and fitting. Online store for contact lens orders.
4. Financing Services: CareCredit healthcare financing partner providing payment plans for vision correction procedures not covered by insurance.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Fischer Laser Eye Center is a multi-location ophthalmology and optometry practice in central Minnesota that delivers comprehensive eye care including routine eye exams, diagnostic services, and a full spectrum of medical and surgical eye treatments. Surgical offerings include traditional and laser-assisted cataract surgery, LASEK laser vision correction (including CATz topography-assisted customization), refractive lens replacement, glaucoma management (including iStent and SLT), cornea procedures (Intacs, DSAEK, pterygium removal), and dry eye treatment. The practice also operates an optical retail department selling prescription eyewear, designer sunglasses, and specialty contact lenses, plus a pediatric eye care service line.

Product overview

Fischer Laser Eye Center is a comprehensive eye care practice offering a full spectrum of vision services from routine eye exams to advanced surgical procedures. The core offerings include cataract surgery (both traditional and laser-assisted), LASEK laser vision correction (including CATz topography-assisted customization), and lens replacement procedures. Supporting services include dry eye treatment (with LipiView/LipiFlow technology), glaucoma management, macular degeneration care, cornea services (including keratoconus and Fuchs' dystrophy), pediatric eye care, and an optical retail department with specialty contact lenses. All surgical procedures are performed at their accredited surgery center in Willmar, MN, by fellowship-trained Dr. Jeffrey Fischer and a team of six optometrists across seven central Minnesota locations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Cataract Surgery Surgical removal of the clouded natural lens with replacement artificial lens implantation. Both traditional and laser-assisted (femtosecond) procedures are offered. Dr. Fischer has performed more than 10,000 cataract procedures. Targeted at adults with cataracts.
• LASEK (Laser Vision Correction) No-flap laser vision correction procedure using an ultra-precise excimer laser to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. Includes CATz topography-assisted customization. Dr. Fischer has performed more than 20,000 laser vision correction procedures. Targeted at adults seeking to reduce dependence on glasses or contact lenses.
• Lens Replacement (Refractive Lens Exchange)

Quantifiable outcome

• 95% of CATz LASEK patients achieved 20/25 vision or better after six months
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Heidelberg EngineeringcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 13 December 2024Fischer Laser Eye Center participated in FDA clinical trial for ANTERION Epithelial Thickness Module. Dr. Jeffrey Fischer and research team contributed to clinical study. FDA cleared ANTERION Epithelial Thickness Map on December 13, 2024. Their dedication is helping drive innovation in vision care.
• SpyGlass PharmaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTIGRIS Clinical Study for SpyGlass Pharma investigating drug delivery platform for cataract, glaucoma, and ocular hypertension. Participation includes compensation for time/travel, eye examinations and follow-up care for up to 3 years, and study-related medications.
• CareCreditcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerHealthcare financing partner offering flexible payment plans for vision correction procedures. Patients can calculate payments and apply online. Fast pre-approval usually within 30 minutes. Subject to credit approval.
• Dry Eye RescueminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership for dry eye products. Fischer Laser Eye Center patients receive 10% off using code FLECDRY. Affiliate relationship through referral links.
• VSPcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVision insurance provider accepted at Fischer Laser Eye Center. Expands access to premium eye care services for VSP members in the central Minnesota region.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• LasikPlus: Large US provider of LASIK and other laser vision correction procedures with multiple locations. Comparable to Fischer as a multi-location refractive surgery provider targeting similar vision correction candidates.
• TLC Laser Eye Centers: National chain of laser vision correction centers offering LASIK/LASEK and other refractive procedures. Directly comparable to Fischer's refractive surgery services and is a major brand in the same procedure category Fischer competes in.
• Center for Sight: Multi-location ophthalmology practice offering cataract surgery, LASIK, lens replacement, and optical services. Highly comparable in service mix, on-site surgery center, and comprehensive eye care model.
• Mann Eye Institute: Multi-location ophthalmology practice offering LASIK, cataract surgery, lens replacement, and dry eye treatment. Comparable as a regional comprehensive ophthalmology group with surgical and refractive offerings.

Broad incumbents

• Pearle Vision: National optical retail brand offering eye exams, prescription eyewear, and contact lenses through franchised and corporate locations. Comparable to Fischer's optical retail as a competing multi-location optical provider.
• EyeCare Partners: PE-backed national network of ophthalmology and optometry practices. Comparable as a multi-location ophthalmology/optometry consolidator competing for the same regional referral and patient flow as Fischer.
• LensCrafters: National optical retail chain offering eye exams, prescription eyewear, and contact lenses. Comparable to Fischer's optical retail business as a competing channel for eyewear purchases.
• America's Best Contacts & Eyeglasses: High-volume national optical retailer offering eye exams, glasses, and contacts at value price points. Comparable to Fischer's optical retail business as a competing consumer channel in midwestern markets.

Emerging players

• Warby Parker: Online and retail optical brand selling prescription eyewear and contact lenses with growing eye exam services. Comparable to Fischer's optical retail and online contact lens store as a competing direct-to-consumer channel.

Regional players

• Minnesota Eye Consultants: Large Minnesota-based ophthalmology practice offering cataract, LASIK, glaucoma, and corneal surgery. Comparable to Fischer as a competing Minnesota ophthalmology provider with overlapping surgical and referral services.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/fischerlasereye
• Xx.com/fischerlasereye
• Facebookfacebook.com/fischerlasereye
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/fischer-laser-eye-center-llc

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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