Eye Associates of Tucson

What Eye Associates of Tucson does

Eye Associates of Tucson is a private, physician-owned ophthalmology and optometry practice headquartered in Tucson, Arizona, operating two clinical sites (Northwest at 6130 N. La Cholla Blvd. and Eastside at 5240 E Knight Drive). The practice delivers a full spectrum of eye care including comprehensive eye exams, vision-correction procedures (LASIK, PRK, EVO ICL, Refractive Lens Exchange), cataract surgery with premium intraocular lens options (Light Adjustable Lens, PanOptix trifocal, multifocal, and toric lenses), medical and retinal disease management (glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, macular edema, dry eye, myopia), oculoplastic and aesthetic services (blepharoplasty, BOTOX, eyelid malposition repair), and on-site optical retail with designer frame brands.

The practice is built around an advanced surgical technology stack that includes robotic-assisted cataract surgery, the LENSAR femtosecond laser system, OCT-based retinal imaging, and Valeda Light Therapy (photobiomodulation). It is staffed by seven board-certified clinicians — five M.D.s and two O.D.s — including an F.A.C.S.-designated surgeon, and the group reports a cumulative surgical volume exceeding 60,000 cataract procedures across its 50-plus-year history.

Revenue is generated on a fee-for-service basis across three streams: professional ophthalmology and optometry services (exams, diagnostics, medical and surgical procedures), optical and eyewear retail (prescription frames and lenses from brands such as Ray-Ban, Maui Jim, Oakley, Tom Ford, Burberry, Prada, Oliver Peoples, and Lafont, paired with Hoya lenses), and aesthetic/cosmetic services (BOTOX and eyelid surgery). Patient acquisition is direct-to-consumer via the tucson2020.com website, condition-specific educational content for SEO, online self-assessment tools, online scheduling, Facebook presence, and word-of-mouth referrals; pricing is pay-as-you-go with patient financing offered, and free consultations are available for LASIK and EVO ICL. The practice has no disclosed funding, parent company, partnership, or M&A history and operates as an independent regional provider within the Tucson metropolitan area.

Name

Eye Associates of Tucson

Legal name

Eye Associates of Tucson

Website

https://tucson2020.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Eye Associates of Tucson is a private, physician-owned ophthalmology and optometry practice operating two Tucson clinics that deliver cataract surgery, LASIK, premium IOLs, glaucoma and retinal care, oculoplastics, and on-site optical retail to individual patients across the Tucson metropolitan area.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Ophthalmology and Optometry Services

NAICS

Offices of Optometrists (621320), Optical Goods Retailers (45613)

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

Cornea, External Disease & Refractive Surgery (LASIK/PRK) (HLAKAKAF), Retina & Vitreous Specialists (HLAKAKAE), Optometry Clinics (Primary Eye Care) (HLAKAKAB)

Keywords

• Ophthalmology services
• Cataract surgery
• Laser vision correction
• Comprehensive eye exams
• Optical eyewear sales

Headquarters

HQ city

Tucson

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Ophthalmology and Optometry Services: Professional medical services including eye exams, diagnostic testing, medical treatments, and surgical procedures for conditions such as cataracts, glaucoma, and refractive errors. Revenue generated through patient visits, procedures, and surgeries.
2. Optical/Eyewear Sales: Sale of prescription eyeglasses, sunglasses, frames, and lenses through optical centers at both locations. Offers complete frame and lens packages, designer frames (Burberry, Lafont, Maui Jim, Ray-Ban, Prada, Oakley, Oliver Peoples, Tom Ford, Silhouette), and Hoya lenses.
3. Aesthetic/Cosmetic Services: Cosmetic procedures including BOTOX injections, eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty), and other aesthetic treatments.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Eye Associates of Tucson is a physician-owned ophthalmology and optometry practice that diagnoses, treats, and surgically manages adult eye conditions, and dispenses prescription eyewear. Core offerings include comprehensive eye exams, laser cataract surgery (robotic-assisted, LENSAR, and femtosecond laser) with premium lens implants, vision correction procedures (LASIK, PRK, EVO ICL, Refractive Lens Exchange), medical management of glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, dry eye, and oculoplastic/aesthetic services (blepharoplasty, BOTOX), all delivered at two Tucson office locations.

Product overview

Eye Associates of Tucson is an ophthalmology practice offering comprehensive eye care services including vision correction procedures (LASIK, PRK, EVO ICL, Refractive Lens Exchange), cataract surgery (robotic laser and traditional options with premium lens implants including Light Adjustable Lens, PanOptix Trifocal IOL, multifocal and toric lenses), specialty eye care (glaucoma treatment, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, dry eye, myopia), and oculoplastic/aesthetic services (cosmetic eyelid surgery, BOTOX, eyelid malpositions). The practice also operates an optical center for eyewear. Services are delivered at two Tucson locations (Northwest and Eastside offices) by board-certified ophthalmologists and optometrists.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• LASIK Laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis (LASIK) is a vision correction procedure that uses a laser to reshape the cornea and reduce or eliminate the need for glasses or contact lenses, targeted at adults aged 18-39 with stable prescriptions.
• PRK (Photorefractive Keratectomy) Photorefractive keratectomy (PRK) is a laser eye surgery procedure that reshapes the cornea by removing tissue to correct vision problems, offered as an alternative to LASIK for vision correction.
• EVO ICL (Implantable Collamer Lens) Implantable Collamer Lens (EVO ICL) is a vision correction procedure in which a corrective lens is implanted inside the eye to reduce or eliminate the need for glasses or contacts.
• Refractive Lens Exchange Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE) replaces the eye's natural lens with a custom intraocular lens (IOL) to improve near and distance vision while eliminating future cataract risk, targeted at patients aged 40-59 with presbyopia.
• Robotic Laser Cataract Surgery Robotic-assisted cataract surgery uses advanced imaging and precision robotics to perform steps of cataract removal with exceptional accuracy and consistency, positioned as a premium option for adults 60+ with cataracts.
• Laser Cataract Surgery (LENSAR) Laser cataract surgery using the LENSAR Laser System and femtosecond laser technology to provide precise incisions and lens fragmentation with faster healing time for cataract patients.
• Light Adjustable Lens (Cataract Surgery) Light Adjustable Lens is a premium intraocular lens implant that allows cataract surgery results to be fine-tuned after surgery using light adjustment technology for customized vision outcomes.
• PanOptix Trifocal IOL PanOptix Trifocal IOL is a premium intraocular lens implant designed to provide clear near, intermediate, and distance vision while reducing or eliminating the need for glasses after cataract surgery.
• Multifocal Lens Implants Multifocal lens implants provide multiple focal points for clear vision at various distances, reducing dependence on glasses after cataract surgery.
• Toric Lens Implants Toric lenses are specialized intraocular lenses designed to correct astigmatism during cataract surgery, providing clearer vision for patients with corneal curvature irregularities.
• Valeda Light Therapy Valeda Light Therapy is an advanced treatment using photobiomodulation for visual rejuvenation and management of eye conditions.
• Comprehensive Eye Exams Comprehensive eye examinations that evaluate vision, eye health, and detect potential eye diseases or conditions, including OCT retinal imaging to analyze macula, optic disc, and nerve fibers.
• Glaucoma Treatment Comprehensive glaucoma management including eye drops, oral medications, laser treatments (Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty, Laser Peripheral Iridotomy), drainage tubes, and filtration surgery to reduce eye pressure and preserve vision.
• Diabetic Retinopathy Treatment Diagnosis and management of diabetic retinopathy, an eye condition affecting the retina in patients with diabetes that can cause vision loss or blindness.
• Macular Degeneration Treatment Assessment and treatment of age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a condition that damages the retina's macula affecting sharp, straight-ahead vision.
• Macular Edema Treatment Treatment for macular edema, a condition involving fluid buildup and swelling in the macula that can cause vision distortion.
• Dry Eye Syndrome Treatment Diagnosis and treatment of dry eye syndrome, a chronic condition where eyes do not produce enough quality tears to lubricate and nourish the eye.
• Myopia Management Treatment and management of myopia (nearsightedness) for adults and children, including various corrective options.
• Presbyopia Treatment and Reading Vision Solutions Treatment for presbyopia, an age-related condition causing difficulty focusing on close objects typically beginning in the 40s, including reading vision solutions such as blended vision or monovision LASIK.
• Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty) Eyelid rejuvenation procedure that removes excess skin and fat to refresh appearance and can improve visual function.
• BOTOX Cosmetic (Wrinkle Relaxers) Botulinum toxin injection treatment to soften facial lines and wrinkles including forehead lines, frown lines between eyebrows, and crow's feet around the eyes.
• Eyelid Malposition Treatment Surgical and non-surgical treatments for eyelid malpositions including droopy eyelids (ptosis) and other structural abnormalities.
• Eyelid Growths Treatment Evaluation and treatment of abnormal growths or lesions on the eyelids.
• Abnormal Eyelashes Treatment Treatment for abnormal eyelash conditions including trichiasis (misdirected lashes) and other lash disorders.
• Pterygium Treatment Treatment for pterygium (surfer's eye), a non-cancerous fleshy growth on the eye that can affect vision, including medication and surgical options.
• Optical Center and Eyewear Full-service optical center offering designer frames, prescription sunglasses, multiple lens options, and eyewear with brands including Burberry, LaFont, Maui Jim, Oakley, Oliver Peoples, Prada, Ray-Ban, and Tom Ford, plus Hoya lenses.

Named customers1 record

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles7 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

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Feature6 records

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Horizon Eye Specialists & Lasik Center: Arizona ophthalmology and LASIK provider operating in Phoenix-area metros with a comparable mix of cataract surgery, premium IOLs, and laser vision correction, directly competing for the same elective patient base.
• TLC Laser Eye Centers: National refractive surgery chain specializing in LASIK and PRK with branded patient-financing and outcome guarantees - directly competing for the same vision-correction patient segment Eye Associates serves.
• Barnet Dulaney Perkins Eye Center: Multi-location Arizona ophthalmology and optometry practice offering cataract surgery, LASIK, and medical eye care across the Phoenix and Tucson metros - direct competitor for Eye Associates of Tucson in the same geography and overlapping service lines.
• LasikPlus: National LASIK-focused refractive surgery brand operating dedicated laser vision correction centers, directly comparable to Eye Associates' LASIK/PRK/EVO ICL refractive service line for elective patients.
• Nationwide Vision: Arizona-headquartered optical and eye care chain combining optometry, optical retail, and surgical ophthalmology services across multiple state locations - overlapping with Eye Associates in both exam and eyewear revenue lines.
• Southwestern Eye Center: Long-standing Arizona-based ophthalmology group with comprehensive cataract, glaucoma, and refractive surgery offerings across multiple offices statewide, including the Tucson market - directly comparable multi-specialty competitor.

Broad incumbents

• LensCrafters: National optical retail chain owned by EssilorLuxottica offering eye exams, prescription eyewear, and increasingly in-store ophthalmology partnerships - competes with Eye Associates' optical center revenue and routine exam segment.
• Warby Parker: National eyewear retailer offering prescription glasses and contact lenses with expanding eye exam and vision insurance services - competes with Eye Associates' optical retail and exam offerings in the Tucson market.

Others

• Hoya Surgical Optics: Manufacturer of ophthalmic surgical devices and intraocular lenses (including lenses distributed by Eye Associates' optical center) - relevant as a key supplier/vendor on whose technology and IOL roadmap the practice depends.
• American Academy of Ophthalmology: The leading US professional association for ophthalmologists - relevant as the clinical standards-setting body and continuing education resource Eye Associates' five MDs belong to and rely on for practice guidance.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/profile.php
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/eye-associates-of-tucson

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Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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