Palmetto Eye and Laser Center

What Palmetto Eye and Laser Center does

Palmetto Eye and Laser Center is a private ophthalmology practice headquartered in Spartanburg, South Carolina, providing comprehensive medical and surgical eye care to adult patients across the surrounding region. The practice operates a unified service model built around three pillars: cataract surgery (including LenSx bladeless procedures, premium intraocular lens implants such as multifocal and toric lenses, and Light Adjustable Lens technology), LASIK vision correction (using WaveLight Laser Suite technology and Contoura topography-guided treatment), and specialty eye care covering corneal disease, retinal disorders, glaucoma, diabetic eye care, eyelid conditions, and general eye examinations. The center is staffed by six ophthalmologists, including subspecialists in corneal disease, retinal disorders, and refractive surgery, and also offers cosmetic Xeomin injectable treatments. The center was the first private practice in the Spartanburg area and surrounding region to offer the WaveLight Laser Suite for LASIK procedures, providing a regional first-mover advantage on advanced laser vision correction technology.

The business generates revenue primarily through professional fees for surgical procedures, examinations, diagnostic testing, and ongoing disease management, supplemented by cosmetic Xeomin injections. The practice operates a direct-to-consumer model in which patients access services via self-referral, primary care physician referrals, online self-evaluation tools for LASIK and cataract candidacy, and a secure patient portal. Pricing is not publicly disclosed; the practice accepts insurance and offers financing options to patients. Marketing is conducted primarily through the practice website, online self-evaluation tools, and direct phone contact.

Operationally, the practice is single-site with no disclosed plans for geographic expansion, no parent company or institutional backing, and no publicly available financial information. Ownership structure, headcount beyond the six named physicians, and revenue are not disclosed in available sources, representing significant data gaps for any external assessment.

Name

Palmetto Eye and Laser Center

Legal name

Palmetto Eye & Laser Center

Website

https://palmettoeyeandlaser.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1972

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Palmetto Eye and Laser Center is a private ophthalmology practice in Spartanburg, South Carolina, offering cataract surgery, LASIK, and specialty eye care services to adult patients across the region.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Ophthalmology and Vision Care Services

NAICS

Offices of Optometrists (621320)

akta.pro primary industry

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

akta.pro secondary industries

Ophthalmology Surgery Centers (HLAFAIAF), Comprehensive Eye Exams & Vision Care (HLAKAKAA), Retina & Vitreous Specialists (HLAKAKAE)

Keywords

• Ophthalmology services
• LASIK eye surgery
• Cataract surgery
• Specialty eye care
• Vision correction

Headquarters

HQ city

Boiling Springs

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Ophthalmic Surgical Services: Revenue generated from surgical procedures including LASIK eye surgery, cataract surgery with lens implants, and specialty eye care surgical procedures performed at the practice facility
2. Eye Exams and Consultations: Revenue from comprehensive eye examinations, diagnostic testing, and pre/post-operative consultations
3. Medical Eye Care: Revenue from treatment of eye conditions including glaucoma, corneal disease, retinal disorders, diabetic eye exams, and eyelid conditions

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

Palmetto Eye and Laser Center is a private ophthalmology practice in Spartanburg, South Carolina that provides comprehensive eye health, cataract, and LASIK services. Its offerings include cataract surgery (with LenSx bladeless laser and premium intraocular lens options such as multifocal, toric, and Light Adjustable Lenses), LASIK vision correction (using WaveLight laser and Contoura topography-guided technology), and specialty eye care for corneal disease, retinal disorders, glaucoma, eyelid conditions, and diabetic eye disease, along with general eye exams and Xeomin cosmetic injections.

Product overview

Palmetto Eye & Laser Center is a comprehensive eye health, cataract, and LASIK center offering a full range of ophthalmic services. The practice operates a unified service model centered around three core areas: cataract surgery (including LenSx bladeless procedures, advanced lens implants, and Light Adjustable Lens technology), LASIK vision correction (utilizing WaveLight laser technology and Contoura topographic-guided treatment), and specialty eye care (covering corneal disease, retinal disorders, glaucoma, and diabetic eye care). Additional services include general eye exams, eyelid conditions treatment, and cosmetic Xeomin treatments. The center serves the Spartanburg, South Carolina area and was the first private practice in the region to offer WaveLight laser technology. The practice is staffed by multiple ophthalmologists including Dr. Billy J. Haguewood, Dr. Brice B. Dille, Dr. Leanne Wickliffe, Dr. Jake P. Bostrom, Dr. Todd Gwin, and Dr. Matthew Bickford.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Cataract Surgery Complete cataract treatment including diagnosis, surgical removal, and lens implantation services for adult patients with cataract-related vision impairment.
• LenSx Bladeless Cataract Surgery Advanced laser-assisted cataract surgery using LenSx technology for precise, bladeless surgical correction in patients seeking cataract removal.
• LASIK Vision Correction Complete laser vision correction services using advanced laser technology for refractive error correction in adult patients seeking to reduce dependence on glasses or contact lenses.
• Advanced Technological Lenses Premium intraocular lens implants including multifocal and toric lenses for customized vision correction during cataract surgery.
• Light Adjustable Lens Post-surgery adjustable intraocular lens that allows fine-tuning of vision correction after cataract surgery for customized visual outcomes.
• Contoura Topography-Guided LASIK Advanced topography-guided LASIK treatment using corneal mapping for personalized laser vision correction.
• Specialty Eye Care Comprehensive specialty eye care services including treatment for corneal disease, retinal disorders, eyelid conditions, glaucoma, and diabetic eye disease.
• Corneal Disease Treatment Diagnosis and treatment of corneal conditions and diseases affecting the cornea.
• Retinal Disease Treatment Medical and surgical treatment for retinal disorders and conditions.
• Glaucoma Management Comprehensive glaucoma diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment services.
• General Eye Exams Routine comprehensive eye examinations for vision correction and eye health assessment.
• Diabetic Eye Exams Specialized eye examinations for diabetic patients to detect and monitor diabetic retinopathy.
• Xeomin Treatment Botulinum toxin injectable treatment for facial wrinkles and lines.

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights1 record

Direct peers

• SharpeVision: Multi-location refractive and cataract practice using modern laser platforms. Comparable to Palmetto in premium LASIK/cataract positioning and direct-to-consumer digital patient acquisition.
• IQ Laser Vision: Regional LASIK and cataract provider offering topography-guided and bladeless laser procedures. Comparable to Palmetto in refractive technology stack and elective procedure focus.
• Mann Eye Institute: Regional ophthalmology practice with LASIK, cataract, and specialty eye care. Comparable to Palmetto in offering advanced laser cataract surgery, premium IOLs, and direct-to-patient marketing within a defined regional market.
• TLC Laser Eye Centers: Long-established LASIK chain operating across the US. Comparable to Palmetto in laser vision correction focus, multi-location footprint, and premium procedure positioning such as topography-guided LASIK.
• NVISION Eye Centers: Multi-location ophthalmology provider offering LASIK, cataract surgery with premium IOLs, and general eye care. Closely comparable to Palmetto's combined LASIK/cataract/specialty service model.
• LasikPlus: National LASIK-focused ophthalmology chain with multiple centers offering refractive surgery. Directly comparable to Palmetto's LASIK Center in service mix, premium technology positioning, and direct-to-consumer patient acquisition model.
• ClearChoice Custom Lens Replacement: Specialized cataract and lens-replacement chain focused on premium IOLs. Directly comparable to Palmetto's premium cataract and Light Adjustable Lens offering in patient segment and procedure mix.
• Kleiman Evangelista Eye Centers: Regional ophthalmology group offering LASIK, cataract surgery with premium lenses, and specialty eye care. Comparable in service breadth, technology stack, and patient-acquisition approach.
• Center For Sight: Multi-specialty ophthalmology group offering cataract, LASIK, cornea, and oculoplastic services with premium lens options. Comparable to Palmetto in full-service eye care delivery and premium technology adoption.

Broad incumbents

• Eye Health America: PE-backed platform aggregating ophthalmology and optometry practices across the Southeast. Comparable as a broader regional incumbent that competes for the same patient base and physician talent Palmetto serves.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/ExpertEyeTeam
• Facebookfacebook.com/PalmettoEyeCenter

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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