Collins Vision

What Collins Vision does

Collins Vision is a private, physician-owned ophthalmology and optometry practice founded in 2004 by Dr. Michael J. Collins, MD, FACS, operating three clinic locations across Southwest Florida in Fort Myers (headquarters), Naples, and Punta Gorda. The practice delivers a full-service eye care offering spanning comprehensive exams, specialty contact lens fittings, refractive cataract surgery (including the RxSight Light Adjustable Lens and multiple premium IOL platforms such as TECNIS Multifocal/Symfony and Alcon PanOptix), blade-free LASIK and ASA using the VICTUS femtosecond laser and Technolas 217Z with Zyoptix, MIGS-based glaucoma management (iStent, OMNI, XEN, ECP), retina services including micropulse laser therapy, dry eye treatment (Lumecca IPL, Forma-I, BlephEx, meibomian gland expression), and cosmetic services (upper/lower blepharoplasty, brow lifts, Morpheus8). Clinical decisions are supported by intraoperative and diagnostic hardware including the ORA System, OCULUS Pentacam, and ZEPTO capsulotomy device.

The business model is direct-to-consumer with three owned-and-operated physical locations and an in-house optical boutique; patients access care via online self-scheduling, phone, or optometric referral. Revenue is generated primarily through one-time surgical procedures (premium IOL upgrades offered as cash-pay increments), professional clinical services, and optical retail, with financing facilitated through Alphaeon and Care Credit and Medicare/insurance billing for eligible medically necessary procedures. The practice employs 11-50 staff including three board-certified ophthalmologists, four optometrists, and a certified nurse practitioner, all three ophthalmologists hold Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition, and the practice carries a Castle Connolly Center of Excellence designation.

Strategically, Collins Vision pursues a premium-technology, surgeon-led positioning: it was among the first practices nationally to deploy the VICTUS Femtosecond Laser Platform and the first in its region to offer the RxSight Light Adjustable Lens. Growth is organic rather than acquisitive, with expansion concentrated in service-line breadth (aesthetics, dry eye specialty clinic, MIGS) and incremental physician capacity, supported by an active community-marketing presence (PGA sponsorship, Mighty Mussels, local press coverage) and a four-tiered refractive cataract surgery pricing structure (Repair+, Enhance, Elevate, Elevate+) tied to lifestyle-matched IOL selection.

Name

Collins Vision

Legal name

Collins Vision

Website

https://collinsvision.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2004

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Collins Vision is a physician-owned ophthalmology practice operating three clinic locations in Southwest Florida, delivering refractive cataract surgery, blade-free LASIK, dry eye treatment, MIGS glaucoma care, and aesthetic eyelid services to regional consumer patients using premium devices such as the VICTUS Femtosecond Laser and RxSight Light Adjustable Lens.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Ophthalmology Services

NAICS

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

akta.pro primary industry

Cornea, External Disease & Refractive Surgery (LASIK/PRK) (HLAKAKAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Optometry Clinics (Primary Eye Care) (HLAKAKAB), Comprehensive Eye Exams & Vision Care (HLAKAKAA)

Keywords

• Ophthalmology services
• Cataract surgery
• LASIK vision correction
• Dry eye treatment
• Eye care practice

Headquarters

HQ city

Fort Myers

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Surgical Procedures: Primary revenue from cataract surgery, refractive cataract surgery, LASIK, laser vision correction, blepharoplasty, and other surgical procedures. Premium lens options (multifocal, toric, light adjustable) available at additional cost.
2. Optical Boutique: Revenue from prescription eyeglasses, designer frames, contact lenses, and lenswear through in-house optical boutique. Accepts VSP and EyeMed insurances.
3. Clinical Services: Revenue from comprehensive eye exams, contact lens fittings, specialty contact lenses, dry eye treatments, glaucoma management, and diagnostic testing.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Collins Vision is a full-service ophthalmology and optometry practice delivering refractive cataract surgery (with multiple premium IOL platforms), blade-free LASIK and laser vision correction, dry eye diagnosis and treatment, glaucoma management, retina disease treatment, and aesthetic eyelid procedures. The practice serves individual patients directly across three Southwest Florida offices, supported by advanced diagnostic and surgical platforms (e.g., VICTUS femtosecond laser, ORA System, OCULUS Pentacam, RxSight Light Adjustable Lens) and complemented by an in-house optical boutique for prescription eyewear.

Product overview

Collins Vision is a full-service eye care practice offering a comprehensive portfolio of ophthalmic services across three Southwest Florida locations. The core offering centers on refractive cataract surgery utilizing multiple IOL platforms (TECNIS, AcrySof PanOptix, RxSight Light Adjustable Lens, enVista) with surgical paths tailored to patient lifestyle. Supporting surgical services include blade-free LASIK/ASA using the VICTUS femtosecond laser and Technolas Zyoptix system, blepharoplasty, brow lifts, and refractive lens exchange. The practice operates a Dry Eye Clinic offering Lumecca IPL, Forma-I radiofrequency, BlephEx, and meibomian gland expression. Aesthetic services include Morpheus8 fractional skin treatment. Glaucoma management features iStent, SLT, OMNI MIGS system, XEN Gel Stent, and ECP. Retina services include micropulse laser therapy and intravitreal injections. The Optical Boutique provides retail eyewear. All services are supported by diagnostic technology including the ORA System, OCULUS Pentacam, and ZEPTO capsulotomy device.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Refractive Cataract Surgery Cataract surgery using multiple premium intraocular lens platforms (multifocal, toric, light adjustable) with four distinct surgical paths (Repair+, Enhance, Elevate, Elevate+) tailored to each patient's lifestyle and vision goals. Targets adults with cataracts seeking to reduce or eliminate dependence on glasses.
• LASIK / Laser Vision Correction Blade-free LASIK using femtosecond laser for corneal flap creation and excimer laser for vision correction, including personalized treatments with Bausch & Lomb Technolas 217Z with Zyoptix wavefront technology. Targets adults seeking freedom from glasses and contact lenses.
• RxSight Light Adjustable Lens+ (LAL+) The first and only intraocular lens that can be customized after cataract surgery using UV light treatments to optimize lens power and final visual outcomes post-operatively. Offered as a premium upgrade within refractive cataract surgery.
• LASIK Alternatives (ASA, Blended Vision, Refractive Lens Exchange) Flapless Advanced Surface Ablation (ASA) for thin corneas or chronic dry eyes, blended vision/monovision correction, and refractive lens exchange replacing the natural lens with an IOL to correct near and distance vision and prevent future cataract development. Targets patients who are not ideal LASIK candidates.
• Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery) Surgical correction of drooping or sagging upper and lower eyelid tissues, available as functional surgery (Medicare-covered when vision is impaired) or cosmetic treatment. Targets patients with eyelid obstruction or aesthetic concerns.
• Morpheus8 Non-Surgical Blepharoplasty Radiofrequency-based fractional skin treatment using micro-pins to remodel deeper skin layers, providing non-surgical lower-lid blepharoplasty with minimal downtime and stimulated collagen production. Targets patients seeking eyelid rejuvenation without surgery.
• Lumecca IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) Intense pulsed light treatment for dry eye, ocular rosacea, blepharitis, pigmented and vascular lesions, and skin complexion improvement using controlled light pulses to reduce inflammation along the eyelid margin. Targets patients with dry eye or skin discoloration concerns.
• Forma-I Bipolar Radiofrequency Treatment Temperature-controlled bipolar radiofrequency device for skin remodeling around the eyes that improves tear quality and stimulates collagen production for dry eye treatment and skin tightening. Targets patients with dry eye symptoms and periorbital skin laxity.
• Dry Eye Clinic / Treatment Package Comprehensive dry eye evaluation and structured 6-treatment package including BlephEx, Forma-I / Lumecca IPL, manual meibomian gland expression, and an at-home dry eye kit for meibomian gland dysfunction and ocular surface disorders. Targets patients with chronic dry eye symptoms.
• Glaucoma Treatment Program Comprehensive glaucoma management using iStent trabecular micro-bypass, Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty (SLT), OMNI MIGS system, XEN Gel Stent, Endocyclophotocoagulation (ECP), and medication to lower intraocular pressure and protect the optic nerve. Targets patients with open-angle glaucoma.
• Retina Disease Treatment Treatment for retinal conditions including IRIDEX MicroPulse Laser Therapy for diabetic macular edema, intravitreal injections for diabetic retinopathy, and photocoagulation laser to seal weakened blood vessels. Targets patients with diabetic retinopathy or macular edema.
• General Eye Care & Contact Lens Services Comprehensive eye examinations and routine eye care including disease detection for glaucoma, macular degeneration, and cataracts, plus contact lens fittings including specialty lenses for keratoconus and corneal scarring with follow-up care. Targets local residents of all ages seeking annual eye care.
• Optical Boutique Full-service in-house optical retail offering advanced lens technology, designer frames, sports eyewear, prescription eyeglasses, and contact lenses with licensed optician services; accepts VSP and EyeMed insurances. Targets patients needing prescription eyewear following their eye exam.
• Brow Lift / Browpexy Surgical and minimal-incision procedures to tighten forehead skin, reduce frown lines, and elevate eyebrows, often combined with eyelid surgery. Targets patients seeking facial rejuvenation around the brow and forehead area.
• VUITY Eye Drops for Presbyopia FDA-approved once-daily prescription eye drops that reduce pupil size to improve near vision for adults with presbyopia. Targets patients over 40 experiencing age-related loss of near focus who want to reduce reliance on reading glasses.

Quantifiable outcome

• Majority of Light Adjustable Lens patients achieved 20/20 or better vision at 6 months without glasses in clinical study
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature10 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• United WayminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2018Collins Vision is a Pacesetter Company (ran campaign early, 100% team participation in 2018). Dr. Collins serves on the board. Partnership includes holiday season sponsorship of families in need and participation in WeCare program donating surgical procedures to individuals who cannot afford care.
• March of DimesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCharitable support for March of Dimes mission to improve infant health. Dr. Collins has personal connection due to premature birth of his daughter Ellie (1 lb 3 oz), who benefited from March of Dimes research and technology.
• Captains for Clean WaterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDr. Collins serves on the board of this grassroots environmental organization dedicated to improving water quality in Southwest Florida and protecting local waterways. Personal passion project for Dr. Collins as an avid fisherman and boater.
• Make-A-Wish Southern FloridaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMajor sponsor of Wishmaker's Starfishes and Wishes annual fundraiser, helping grant wishes for children battling critical illnesses in the community.
• WeCareminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThrough alliance with United Way, Dr. Collins donates procedures (cataract surgery, pterygium removal) to area individuals in need who cannot afford care.
• Lions Club of CaborcaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDr. Nicole Alessi participates in medical mission trips to rural Caborca, Sonora, Mexico, performing cataract surgeries for underserved communities.
• PGA South Florida SectionminorGTM or Marketing PartnerProud Partner of PGA South Florida Section, Southwest Chapter. Sponsorship of professional golf activities in the region.
• City of Palms ClassicminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsorship of the No. 1 high school basketball tournament in the nation held annually in Fort Myers.
• Canterbury SchoolminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsorship of Canterbury School Extravaganza fundraiser in Fort Myers.
• Fort Myers Mighty MusselsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsorship of Fort Myers Mighty Mussels Class A Advanced Minor League Baseball team, affiliate of Minnesota Twins.
• Conservancy of Southwest FloridaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupport for environmental advocacy organization dedicated to protecting water, land, and wildlife in Southwest Florida.
• Sidney & Berne Davis Art CenterminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsorship of world-class art events brought to Southwest Florida community through Florida Arts Inc.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• LASIKPlus: National refractive surgery chain specializing in LASIK and PRK. Comparable to Collins Vision on the refractive surgery side of the business, though narrower in scope (laser vision only, no cataract or general ophthalmology).
• TLC Laser Eye Centers: National LASIK and refractive surgery provider with a multi-location retail-style delivery model. Comparable on laser vision correction services, with overlapping technology platforms (femtosecond, wavefront-guided).
• Eye Centers of Florida: Multi-physician ophthalmology group across Southwest Florida offering cataract surgery, glaucoma, and general eye care. Competes with Collins Vision on breadth of services and regional location overlap.
• Frantz EyeCare: Southwest Florida ophthalmology practice with multiple locations providing cataract surgery, LASIK, and comprehensive eye care. Competes head-to-head with Collins Vision in the Fort Myers/Naples market with a similar technology-forward model.
• Mann Eye Institute: Multi-location ophthalmology and LASIK practice with a premium technology focus (including Light Adjustable Lens and femtosecond cataract surgery). Comparable to Collins Vision in service mix and premium positioning, though based in Texas.
• Center For Sight: Multi-location ophthalmology and optometry practice in Southwest Florida offering cataract surgery, LASIK, dry eye, and optical retail. Directly comparable to Collins Vision in geography, service mix, and premium technology positioning.

Others

• RxSight: Manufacturer of the Light Adjustable Lens (LAL/LAL+) that Collins Vision offers as a premium cataract option. Adjacent as a strategic technology partner and useful comparable for the premium IOL segment.
• Bausch + Lomb Surgical: Supplier of the VICTUS femtosecond laser and enVista IOL platforms that Collins Vision uses. Adjacent as a key vendor relationship and useful as a comparable for understanding the technology ecosystem and capital intensity of refractive surgical practices.

Regional players

• Quigley Eye Specialists: Large multi-specialty ophthalmology group in Southwest Florida. Operates in overlapping geographies (Fort Myers, Naples, Bonita Springs) and offers a comparable cataract and LASIK service portfolio.

Broad incumbents

• Kaiser Permanente Ophthalmology (regional groups): Large integrated health system offering comprehensive ophthalmology services including cataract, glaucoma, and refractive surgery. Overlaps with Collins Vision on the clinical side but operates on an integrated payer-provider model rather than independent practice.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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