Eye Surgery Associates

What Eye Surgery Associates does

Eye Surgery Associates is a multi-specialty ophthalmology practice founded approximately 1993 in Hollywood, Florida, serving Broward County and adjacent South Florida communities. The practice operates four physical clinic locations—Hollywood, Pembroke Pines, Weston, and Boynton Beach—and is staffed by at least 12 board-certified ophthalmologists and optometrists (MDs, DOs, and ODs) covering all major ophthalmologic sub-specialties including cataract surgery, LASIK and laser vision correction, retina, glaucoma, cornea, pediatric ophthalmology, oculofacial plastic surgery, and neuro-ophthalmology. The practice positions itself as a one-stop regional provider capable of handling everything from routine adult and pediatric eye examinations to complex surgical procedures such as corneal transplants and vitreo-retinal surgery.

The practice generates revenue through two primary streams: professional services for clinical eye care (examinations, diagnostics, medical treatments, and surgical interventions) and hardware sales through its "The Optical" retail division, which also operates an e-commerce contact lens storefront (esa.myeyestore.com). The technology stack is built on advanced ophthalmic surgical and diagnostic equipment, including Light Adjustable Lenses (LAL) for post-surgical refractive adjustment, premium multifocal and accommodating intraocular lens implants, advanced laser systems, and cornea cross-linking for keratoconus. No proprietary software, AI/ML systems, or APIs are present; the practice operates as a traditional clinical services business.

The go-to-market is direct-to-consumer, relying on online appointment scheduling, phone-based booking, physician referrals from other providers, patient word-of-mouth testimonials, and organic Facebook engagement. Pricing is not publicly disclosed; patients are directed to verify with insurance or contact the practice, with online bill pay and financing options available. The practice is privately held, physician-owned, and operates without disclosed parent company, outside investment, or institutional capital. There is no evidence of M&A activity, partnerships, or external funding rounds.

Name

Eye Surgery Associates

Legal name

Eye Surgery Associates

Website

https://browardeyedoctors.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Eye Surgery Associates is a multi-specialty ophthalmology practice operating four clinics across Broward and Palm Beach counties in South Florida, serving adult and pediatric patients with comprehensive eye care, surgical, and retail optical services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Ophthalmology and Eye Care Services

NAICS

Offices of Physicians (62111), Offices of Optometrists (62132), Optical Goods Retailers (456130)

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), Cornea, External Disease & Refractive Surgery (LASIK/PRK) (HLAKAKAF), Ambulatory Surgery Centers (Ophthalmic/Outpatient Eye Surgery) (HLAKAKAO), Ocular Imaging & Diagnostic Testing Centers (HLAKAKAN)

Keywords

• Ophthalmology services
• Cataract surgery
• LASIK vision correction
• Retina treatment
• Glaucoma management

Headquarters

HQ city

Hollywood

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 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. Patient Care Services: Revenue generated from comprehensive eye care services including routine eye exams, diagnostic procedures, medical treatments, and surgical interventions for conditions such as cataracts, glaucoma, retinal diseases, and refractive errors.
2. Optical Products: Revenue from prescription eyewear, contact lenses, and optical products through The Optical retail division. Contact lens orders are processed through their online store (esa.myeyestore.com).

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Eye Surgery Associates is a multi-specialty ophthalmology practice providing comprehensive eye care across routine exams, diagnostics, and advanced surgical procedures including cataract surgery with premium intraocular lenses, LASIK, retinal, glaucoma, cornea, pediatric, oculofacial plastic, and neuro-ophthalmology services. The practice also sells prescription eyewear and contact lenses through its in-house optical retail division.

Product overview

Eye Surgery Associates is a multi-location ophthalmology practice serving Broward County with a comprehensive portfolio of eye care services. The practice operates as a unified service offering with specialists covering all ophthalmologic sub-specialties. Core services include General Eye Care, Cataract Surgery with Advanced Technology Lenses (including Light Adjustable Lenses), LASIK, Retina, Glaucoma, and Cornea treatments. Additional specialty services include Pediatric Ophthalmology, Neuro-Ophthalmology, Oculofacial Plastic Surgery, Strabismus Treatment, and Dry Eye Services. The practice also offers retail optical products through The Optical. Services range from routine eye exams to complex surgeries including corneal transplants and vitreo-retinal surgery.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• General Eye Care Comprehensive eye examinations and routine eye care services for adults and children, including vision assessments and preventive screenings.
• Cataract Surgery Surgical removal of cataracts with advanced intraocular lens options, including Light Adjustable Lenses and Advanced Technology Lenses, for patients with cataract-related vision impairment.
• Light Adjustable Lenses (LAL) Post-surgery adjustable intraocular lenses that can be fine-tuned after cataract surgery to optimize vision outcomes for adult cataract patients.
• Advanced Technology Lenses Premium multifocal and accommodating intraocular lens implants, including Multifocal IOL Implants, used in cataract surgery to reduce dependence on glasses.
• Advanced Laser Technology Laser-based surgical procedures for vision correction and ophthalmic treatments, leveraging state-of-the-art laser systems.
• LASIK Laser vision correction surgery for the reduction or elimination of dependence on corrective eyewear, offered to adult patients with refractive errors.
• Retina Services Diagnosis and treatment of retinal conditions, including vitreo-retinal surgery and management of retinal diseases, for patients with retinal disorders.
• Glaucoma Treatment Modern glaucoma treatments for the management of intraocular pressure and protection of the optic nerve in patients with glaucoma.
• Cornea Cross Linking Treatment procedure that strengthens corneal tissue in patients with keratoconus and other corneal ectasia conditions.
• Pediatric Ophthalmology Specialized eye care services for children, including diagnosis and treatment of pediatric eye conditions for young patients and their families.
• Oculofacial Plastic Surgery Cosmetic and reconstructive procedures of the eyelids and surrounding facial structures for patients needing functional or aesthetic oculofacial surgery.
• Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery Surgical procedures for cosmetic enhancement and functional improvement of the eyelids, including upper lid blepharoplasty and ptosis surgery.
• Strabismus Treatment Treatment for misaligned eyes, including surgical and non-surgical options, for patients with strabismus.
• Dry Eye Services Diagnosis and treatment of dry eye syndrome, supported by self-assessment tools, for patients with chronic dry eye symptoms.
• Neuro-Ophthalmology Specialized care for neurological conditions affecting vision and the visual system, for patients with neuro-ophthalmic disorders.
• The Optical Optical retail services offering prescription eyeglasses and contact lenses, with online contact lens ordering through esa.myeyestore.com for existing patients.

Named customers2 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Katzen Eye Group: Multi-specialty ophthalmology and optometry practice in the Miami/Fort Lauderdale area with surgical and LASIK offerings. The ESA website even references the Katzen Eye Group logo, indicating direct brand or partnership proximity; comparable in services, subspecialties, and South Florida geography.
• Florida Eye Specialists: Florida-based multi-specialty ophthalmology practice with cataract, glaucoma, retina, and oculoplastic services. Closely comparable to ESA in clinical scope, regional footprint, and physician-owned multi-location model.
• TLC Laser Eye Centers: National refractive surgery chain specializing in LASIK and PRK. Overlaps with ESA's refractive and laser vision correction services for the same consumer segment, though TLC's model is refractive-only rather than full multi-specialty ophthalmology.
• Center For Sight: Large multi-specialty ophthalmology group offering cataract, LASIK, glaucoma, retina, oculoplastics, and optical retail across Florida. Directly comparable to ESA in service mix, multi-location model, and vertically integrated optical offering.

Regional players

• Mann Eye Institute: Multi-location ophthalmology and LASIK practice serving Florida and Texas markets. Comparable to ESA in cataract, LASIK, and optical retail service mix, though operating in a different primary geography.
• Eye Centers of Florida: Florida-based ophthalmology and optometry group offering cataract, glaucoma, retina, and optical services. Comparable to ESA in service mix and physician-owned model, with broader geographic reach within Florida.

Broad incumbents

• Cleveland Clinic Florida: Multi-specialty health system with a Weston, FL location that includes ophthalmology. Competes for specialty referrals in the same geography as ESA but as part of a larger hospital system with greater brand recognition.
• Bascom Palmer Eye Institute: Ranked U.S. ophthalmology program based in Miami with regional satellite clinics extending into Broward County. Competes with ESA for complex surgical cases, subspecialty referrals, and physician recruiting; a broader incumbent in the same South Florida market.
• US Eye (US Eye Care): PE-backed multi-specialty ophthalmology platform operating multiple practices across the southeastern U.S. Competes for referrals, surgeons, and optical retail share; a larger, capital-rich incumbent in ESA's clinical category.

Emerging players

• Retina Associates of Florida: Florida-focused retina subspecialty practice offering vitreoretinal surgery and medical retina care. Overlaps with ESA's retina service line on the same geographic patient base; more narrowly focused than ESA's full multi-specialty scope.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/EyeSurgeryAssociatesBroward

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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