What Mountain View Eye Center does

Mountain View Eye Center is a private, board-certified ophthalmology medical practice headquartered in Fairbanks, Alaska, founded in 2008 and operating with 11–50 employees. The practice provides comprehensive medical and surgical eye care across cataract surgery (with standard and premium IOLs including multifocal, toric, and Alaska-optimized glare-resistant lenses), refractive surgery (SMILE, LASIK, PRK), glaucoma management (laser treatment, MIGS, iDose TR implant, topical medications), medical retina (anti-VEGF injections, corticosteroid implants, Syfovre for geographic atrophy), oculoplastics (blepharoplasty, Botox), and dry eye specialty care (LipiFlow, autologous serum drops). The practice is the only local provider of SMILE laser vision correction and operates what it describes as the most advanced dry eye specialty clinic in the Fairbanks area; it also runs an interactive online candidacy self-test and supports priority physician referrals via the CoFiMD platform.

Surgical procedures are performed at two partner facilities in Fairbanks — the Northern Lights Ambulatory Surgery Center and Fairbanks Memorial Hospital — and clinical consultations are delivered from the main clinic at 2555 Phillips Field Rd. The practice is in-network with a broad range of commercial and government payers (Aetna, Cigna, EyeMed, Medicare, Medicaid, Premera Blue Cross of Alaska, Tricare, United Healthcare, and others) and supports elective procedure financing through Alphaeon Credit and CareCredit. It is affiliated with the Sight Partners eyecare network for operational support and participates in The Focal Point podcast. Three board-certified eye surgeons (Laura S. Kearsley, MD; James Richard Townley III, MD; Jason Croskrey, MD) lead the clinical team, and the technology stack centers on FDA-approved surgical devices, intraocular lens implants, and conventional practice management software (AdvancedMD, myPatientVisit); no AI/ML capability is evidenced in source materials.

Name

Mountain View Eye Center

Legal name

Mountain View Eye Center

Website

https://mountainvieweyes.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Mountain View Eye Center is a private, board-certified ophthalmology practice in Fairbanks, Alaska providing medical and surgical eye care, including cataract surgery, refractive surgery (SMILE, LASIK, PRK), glaucoma, retina, and dry eye specialty services, to patients across Interior Alaska.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Ophthalmology Services

NAICS

Offices of Optometrists (62132)

SIC

Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011), Services-Health Services (8000)

akta.pro primary industry

Comprehensive Eye Exams & Vision Care (HLAKAKAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Optometry Clinics (Primary Eye Care) (HLAKAKAB), Ophthalmology Surgery Centers (HLAFAIAF), Retina & Vitreous Specialists (HLAKAKAE), Glaucoma Specialists (HLAKAKAG)

Keywords

• Ophthalmology services
• Cataract surgery
• Laser vision correction
• Glaucoma treatment
• Medical retina care

Headquarters

HQ city

Fairbanks

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Professional Medical Services: Revenue from office consultations, comprehensive eye exams, diagnostic testing, and ongoing medical management of eye conditions including glaucoma, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and dry eye disease. Billed through standard medical insurance or self-pay.
2. Surgical Procedures: Revenue from outpatient surgical procedures including cataract surgery (performed at partner Fairbanks Memorial Hospital), laser vision correction (SMILE, LASIK, PRK), glaucoma surgeries (MIGS, laser), blepharoplasty, and intravitreal injections. Combines facility fees, surgeon fees, and implant costs (IOLs).
3. Elective Vision Correction Financing: Revenue from elective procedures (SMILE, LASIK, premium IOLs) where patients pay out-of-pocket. The practice offers financing through Alphaeon Credit and CareCredit, enabling patients to spread costs over time for procedures not covered by insurance.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Mountain View Eye Center is a private ophthalmology practice that provides medical and surgical eye care services. The practice offers cataract surgery with premium intraocular lens options, laser vision correction (SMILE, LASIK, PRK), glaucoma treatment (laser, MIGS, iDose TR implant, topical medications), medical retina services (anti-VEGF injections, corticosteroid implants, laser therapy), dry eye treatment (LipiFlow, autologous serum drops), and oculoplastic procedures. Services are delivered by board-certified eye surgeons in Fairbanks, Alaska.

Product overview

Mountain View Eye Center is a comprehensive eye care practice offering a unified suite of ophthalmic services centered around surgical and medical treatments. The core portfolio includes cataract surgery (with premium lens options: multifocal and toric IOLs), glaucoma management (laser treatments, iDose TR implants, MIGS, topical medications), and refractive surgery (SMILE, LASIK, PRK). Medical retina services encompass injectable anti-VEGF medications (Avastin, Eylea, Eylea HD, Cimerli, Vabysmo), corticosteroid implants (Ozurdex), and the newly launched Syfovre for geographic atrophy. Supporting services include dry eye treatments (LipiFlow, autologous serum drops), oculoplastics (blepharoplasty, Botox), and diagnostic imaging. The practice operates as a single Fairbanks, Alaska location with board-certified eye surgeons.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Cataract Surgery Surgical removal of the eye's cloudy natural lens and replacement with an artificial intraocular lens (IOL). Uses advanced 3D imaging, phacoemulsification technology, and ORA (Optiwave Refractive Analysis) for precise measurements during surgery. Offered to adult patients with cataracts in the Fairbanks, Alaska region.
• Secondary Cataract Laser Treatment (YAG Capsulotomy) YAG laser procedure to treat posterior capsule opacity that can develop after cataract surgery. Creates small holes in the lens capsule to restore vision clarity. For post-cataract patients experiencing secondary cloudiness.
• Toric IOL Implantation Specialized intraocular lens for cataract surgery patients with astigmatism. Counteracts corneal astigmatism to reduce dependence on glasses after surgery. Premium upgrade offered during cataract surgery.
• Multifocal IOL Implantation Premium intraocular lenses including AcrySof IQ PanOptix and AcrySof IQ Vivity that allow clear vision at multiple distances (near, medium, far) without glasses. Offered in standard and Extended Depth-of-Focus (EDF) varieties, including toric options, optimized for Alaska's high-glare environment.
• Glaucoma Eye Laser Treatment Includes Laser Peripheral Iridotomy for acute angle-closure glaucoma and Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty (SLT) for open-angle glaucoma. Procedures help fluid drain from the eye and relieve intraocular pressure.
• iDose TR Implantation FDA-approved titanium implant that continuously delivers glaucoma medication (travoprost) from within the eye for extended periods, eliminating the need for daily eye drops. Implanted through a tiny incision.
• Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery (MIGS) Microscopic surgical procedures using small incisions to reduce intraocular pressure. Includes Kahook Dual Blade (KDB) technique performed during cataract surgery to create fluid drainage pathways.
• SMILE Laser Vision Correction Advanced laser vision correction using femtosecond laser technology for myopia (nearsightedness) with or without astigmatism. Minimally invasive 'no flap' procedure with 4-6mm incision, 30-second laser time per eye, and quick recovery. Offered as the only local SMILE provider in Fairbanks, Alaska.
• LASIK Bladeless laser-assisted in-situ keratomileusis using femtosecond and excimer lasers. Creates corneal flap with femtosecond laser, reshapes cornea with excimer laser to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. Procedure takes about 20 minutes.
• Photorefractive Keratectomy (PRK) Laser eye surgery that removes the corneal epithelium before reshaping underlying tissue with excimer laser. Treats nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. Offers advantages over LASIK for certain patients.
• LipiFlow Dry Eye Treatment Treatment for Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD) and evaporative dry eye. Applies localized heat and pressure to unblock obstructed Meibomian glands. 12-minute in-office procedure with benefits lasting up to 3 years. Operated as the most advanced dry eye specialty clinic in the Fairbanks area.
• Autologous Serum Drops Specialty eye drops made from patient's own blood to treat ocular surface disorders including Dry Eye Disease, Sjogren's Syndrome, ocular herpes, and recurrent corneal erosion. Custom-made using centrifuge separation.
• Medical Retina Services Diagnosis and treatment of retinal conditions using state-of-the-art diagnostics. Includes management of diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, retinal vein occlusion, and other retinal diseases.
• Diabetic Eye Laser Treatment Panretinal Photocoagulation (scatter laser) for proliferative diabetic retinopathy and Focal Grid Laser for diabetic macular edema. Shrinks abnormal blood vessels and slows fluid leakage.
• Laser Demarcation (Retinal Tear Repair) Demarcation Laser Photocoagulation (DLP) in-office procedure to repair retinal tears. Uses laser to create small burns that bond tissue together, sealing the retinal tear.
• Blepharoplasty Surgery to treat ptosis (droopy eyelids) and other eyelid conditions. Removes excess skin and fat through eyelid incisions. Can be medically necessary (when vision is impaired) or elective.
• Botox (Oculoplastic) Botulinum toxin injection treatment for uncontrolled blinking or eyelid spasm (blepharospasm). Blocks nerve signals causing muscle contraction. Effects begin within 2 days and peak at 2 weeks.
• Fluorescein Angiography Diagnostic imaging procedure using fluorescein dye injection to evaluate blood vessels in the retina, choroid, optic disc, and iris. Helps diagnose diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and other vascular conditions.
• Syfovre (Pegcetacoplan) Injection FDA-approved prescription injection for Geographic Atrophy (GA), the dry advanced form of age-related macular degeneration. First and only FDA-approved treatment proven to slow GA lesion growth over 2 years, administered in as few as 6 doses per year.

Quantifiable outcome

• 86-95% of LipiFlow patients reported improvement in dry eye symptoms in clinical trials; one LipiFlow treatment was shown to be more effective than one year of daily warm compresses
• +2 more outcomes

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Ideal customer profiles5 records

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Integration7 records

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Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core, supporting and minor.

• Northern Lights Ambulatory Surgery CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMountain View Eye Center performs outpatient cataract and other eye surgeries at the Northern Lights Ambulatory Surgery Center located at 114 Minnie Street, Suite A1, Fairbanks, AK 99701. This partnership provides the surgical facility infrastructure required for the practice's surgical services.
• Fairbanks Memorial HospitalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAll cataract surgeries are performed at Fairbanks Memorial Hospital, which provides the inpatient surgical facility, nursing staff, anesthesia, and hospital infrastructure for the practice's surgical volume.
• Alphaeon CreditsupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerMountain View Eye Center partners with Alphaeon Credit, a healthcare credit card, to provide flexible financing for elective procedures not covered by insurance, including SMILE, LASIK, cataract surgery with vision correction, and premium IOLs. This enables patients to pay for procedures over time.
• CareCreditsupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerMountain View Eye Center accepts CareCredit healthcare financing as an additional payment option for elective procedures and out-of-pocket expenses, complementing Alphaeon Credit offerings.
• CoFi (cofimd.com)supportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCoFi (cofimd.com/mountain-view-eye-center) is an online referral management platform used by the practice to facilitate and track patient referrals from optometrists and referring physicians, enabling electronic referral form submission and appointment coordination.
• Sight PartnersminorOthersMountain View Eye Center appears to be affiliated with Sight Partners, a network of eye care practices. The practice is listed on the Sight Partners careers page and participates in the Sight Partners 'The Focal Point' podcast. Sight Partners provides operational infrastructure including recruiting and HR support.
• Insurance Networks (Aetna, Cigna, EyeMed, Medicare, Medicaid, Premera, Tricare, United Healthcare, and others)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMountain View Eye Center is in-network with a broad range of commercial and government insurance plans, which serve as the primary distribution channel for the majority of medical eye care services. This includes Aetna, EyeMed, Cigna, Davis Vision, First Choice Health, Health Net Federal Services, Alaska Medicaid, Medicare, Moda Health, NW Benefits Network, Premera Blue Cross of Alaska, Railroad Medicare, Tricare, TriWest, United Healthcare, and Spectera.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• LensCrafters: National optical retail chain owned by EssilorLuxottica offering exams, eyewear, and increasingly in-store refractive consultations. Comparable as a broader incumbent in the eye-care services category, though LensCrafters' core retail model differs from MVEC's surgical specialty focus.
• EyeSouth Partners: PE-backed network of affiliated ophthalmology practices across the U.S. Southeast and beyond. Comparable as a consolidator platform operating in the same ophthalmology services category as MVEC, with much broader geographic and operational scale.

Direct peers

• St. Luke's Cataract & Laser Institute: High-volume ophthalmology ASC group specializing in cataract surgery and lens-based refractive procedures. Comparable to MVEC as a surgical-focused, single-specialty ophthalmology practice operating in a defined regional market.
• TLC Laser Eye Centers: Established national LASIK and refractive surgery brand. Directly comparable to MVEC's SMILE/LASIK/PRK offering, competing for elective out-of-pocket vision correction patients.
• Pacific Cataract and Laser Institute: Multi-location Pacific Northwest ophthalmology and refractive surgery practice offering cataract surgery, LASIK, and lens implants with its own ASCs. Closely comparable to MVEC in service mix (cataract + refractive + medical retina) and independent-practice ownership model.
• LasikPlus: National refractive surgery chain offering LASIK, PRK, and SMILE in dedicated vision correction centers. Closest direct competitor to MVEC's elective SMILE/LASIK/PRK line, with materially larger marketing and pricing scale.
• Sight Partners: Network of affiliated ophthalmology and optometry practices (including MVEC itself) operating across the Pacific Northwest and Alaska. Comparable as a parent-network peer sharing the same group-practice economics, recruiting, and operational infrastructure model.

Others

• VSP Vision: Largest U.S. vision insurance plan with a network of optometrists and ophthalmologists. Comparable as a channel/ecosystem participant — MVEC's GTM depends on in-network participation with vision plans like VSP/EyeMed/Spectera, making VSP a structural counterpart in the patient referral ecosystem.

Regional players

• Eye Center of Alaska: Anchorage-based ophthalmology practice offering cataract surgery, LASIK, and glaucoma care. Comparable to MVEC as another Alaska-based eye surgery provider; competes for statewide referrals and premium IOL cases.
• Alaska Eye Care Centers: Multi-location optometry/ophthalmology provider based in Anchorage serving Alaska. Directly competes with MVEC for Alaska patients, particularly those willing to travel, and operates a similar optometry + ophthalmology clinical model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/mvmcoptical
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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/mountain-view-eye-center-fairbanks

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Profiles3 records

Funding overview

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Investors

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Investments

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