Fisher Eye & Laser Center

What Fisher Eye & Laser Center does

Fisher Eye & Laser Center is a private ophthalmology practice serving individual consumers in Southwest Florida. As of early 2024, the practice was acquired by and now operates under Collins Vision, a regional full-service eye care provider established in 2004. The combined entity spans three locations — Fort Myers (Collins Vision main office), Naples (with Dr. Jason Friedrichs as lead physician), and Punta Gorda (the original Fisher Eye location) — and is led by Dr. Michael J. Collins (MD, FACS) with a clinical team that includes Dr. Friedrichs (MD, MS), Dr. Bradley P. O'Neill (DO), four optometrists (ODs), and an APRN.

The service portfolio is comprehensive and organized across four categories: surgical (cataract surgery with Light Adjustable Lens technology, LASIK and laser vision correction, blepharoplasty, eyebrow and forehead lifts); medical ophthalmology (dry eye treatment, glaucoma treatment, retina diseases, macular degeneration, diabetic eye care, reading vision correction); aesthetic services (Lumecca IPL, Forma-I radiofrequency, Morpheus8 fractional RF, non-surgical blepharoplasty); and retail (optical boutique for eyewear, frames, and contact lenses). The adoption of Light Adjustable Lens technology — an advanced intraocular lens that allows post-operative adjustment of vision correction — is a notable differentiator in the cataract surgery offering.

Revenue is generated through a mix of professional services (clinical eye exams, surgical procedures, aesthetic treatments) and hardware sales (optical boutique products). Pricing is not publicly disclosed; the practice operates on a quote-based billing model with insurance, billing, and patient financing arrangements handled internally. The go-to-market motion is direct-to-consumer, relying on organic social marketing (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube), review platforms (Yelp, Google Reviews), community partnerships (PGA Southwest Florida Section), and a content/blog channel for patient education. Patient acquisition occurs through online booking, phone scheduling, and physician referrals.

Name

Fisher Eye & Laser Center

Legal name

Collins Vision

Website

https://fishereyecenter.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2004

Operating status

Acquired

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Fisher Eye & Laser Center is a private ophthalmology practice in Southwest Florida, now operating under Collins Vision, providing cataract surgery, LASIK, medical eye care, aesthetics, and optical retail across three locations in Fort Myers, Naples, and Punta Gorda.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Naples

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, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Clinical Eye Care Services: Revenue generated from comprehensive eye exams, diagnostic services, and ongoing eye care consultations
2. Surgical Procedures: Revenue from surgical procedures including cataract surgery, LASIK, blepharoplasty, and other ophthalmologic interventions
3. Optical Products: Revenue from prescription eyewear, contact lenses, and optical boutique products
4. Aesthetic Services: Revenue from aesthetic treatments including Lumecca, Morpheus8, Forma-I, and non-surgical procedures

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Fisher Eye & Laser Center is a full-service ophthalmology practice in Southwest Florida providing comprehensive eye care, including cataract surgery with Light Adjustable Lens technology, LASIK and laser vision correction, treatment of dry eye, glaucoma, retina diseases, macular degeneration, and diabetic eye care, alongside eyelid surgery and aesthetic skin services, plus an on-site optical boutique for prescription eyewear and contact lenses.

Product overview

Fisher Eye & Laser Center, now operating as Collins Vision, is a full-service eye care practice offering a comprehensive range of vision correction and eye health services. The portfolio includes surgical procedures (Cataract Surgery with Light Adjustable Lens technology, LASIK/Laser Vision Correction, Blepharoplasty), medical treatments (Glaucoma Treatment, Retina Diseases, Macular Degeneration, Diabetic Eye Care), and aesthetic services (Lumecca, Forma-I, Morpheus8). Supporting services include Dry Eye Treatment, Reading Vision Correction, Eyebrow and Forehead Lifts, General Eye Care, and an Optical Boutique for retail eyewear.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Cataract Surgery Surgical removal and replacement of the eye's natural lens clouded by cataracts, offered with Light Adjustable Lens technology for post-operative vision adjustment; for adult patients with cataracts.
• LASIK / Laser Vision Correction Laser-based refractive surgery to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism, including alternative procedures for non-LASIK candidates; for adults seeking reduced dependence on glasses or contact lenses.
• Dry Eye Treatment Diagnosis and treatment for dry eye syndrome, packaged as the Dry Eye Treatment Package; for patients suffering from chronic dry eye symptoms.
• Reading Vision Correction Procedures to correct presbyopia and improve near vision, particularly for patients over 40; for adults experiencing age-related near-vision decline.
• Blepharoplasty Eyelid surgery to improve vision or the cosmetic appearance of the eyelids, including surgical and non-surgical options; for patients with functional or cosmetic eyelid concerns.
• Eyebrow and Forehead Lifts Surgical and non-surgical procedures to lift and rejuvenate the brow and forehead area; for patients seeking aesthetic or functional improvement in the brow region.
• Lumecca IPL Treatment Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) treatment for skin rejuvenation and reduction of signs of aging such as pigmentation and vascular lesions; for adult patients seeking aesthetic skin improvement.
• Forma-I Radiofrequency Treatment Radiofrequency treatment for skin tightening and rejuvenation around the eyes and face; for adult patients seeking non-surgical skin tightening.
• Morpheus8 Skin Resurfacing Fractional skin resurfacing treatment using radiofrequency technology to improve skin texture and laxity; for adult patients seeking skin rejuvenation.
• Glaucoma Treatment Medical and surgical management of glaucoma to control intraocular pressure and prevent vision loss; for patients diagnosed with or at risk for glaucoma.
• Retina Disease Treatment Diagnosis and treatment of retinal conditions and diseases; for patients with retinal pathology requiring specialist care.
• Macular Degeneration Treatment Diagnosis and ongoing management of age-related macular degeneration; for adult patients with macular changes affecting central vision.
• Diabetic Eye Care Specialized eye care for diabetic patients to prevent, detect, and treat diabetic retinopathy and related complications; for patients with diabetes.
• General Eye Care Routine eye examinations and general eye health services for ongoing vision and ocular health maintenance; for adult patients seeking preventive eye care.
• Optical Boutique Retail optical store offering prescription eyeglasses, frames, lenses, and contact lenses; for patients needing corrective eyewear.

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Collins VisioncoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Dr. G. Brit Fisher, founder and medical director of Fisher Eye & Laser Center, retired and partnered with Collins Vision to take over management and operation of his practice. Collins Vision, established since 2004, is now operating the Fisher Eye & Laser Center locations while maintaining continuity of care for existing patients.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• LasikPlus: National LASIK-focused refractive surgery chain offering laser vision correction across many U.S. markets. Comparable direct-to-consumer refractive surgery brand and delivery model, though narrower in scope than the full-service Fisher/Collins offering.
• Newsom Eye: Florida-based ophthalmology practice with multiple Tampa Bay and surrounding locations providing cataract surgery, LASIK, and general eye care. Comparable multi-location Florida model with similar surgical and medical eye care service lines.
• Eye Centers of Florida: Long-standing multi-location ophthalmology and optometry group across Southwest and Central Florida offering cataract surgery, glaucoma, retina, and optical retail. Same regional geography and similar full-service, multi-site structure.
• Vance Thompson Vision: Multi-specialty ophthalmology practice in the Midwest known for premium cataract surgery (including light-adjustable lens technology), LASIK, and glaucoma. Comparable premium surgical positioning and multi-physician model.
• Coastal Eye Institute: Florida Gulf Coast ophthalmology and optometry group offering cataract surgery, LASIK, dry eye, glaucoma, and retina care with optical retail. Comparable full-service, multi-location Florida eye care model.
• Collins Vision: Parent operating entity that absorbed Fisher Eye & Laser Center in 2024. Operates the same Fort Myers/Naples/Punta Gorda footprint with the same service mix (cataract, LASIK, optical, aesthetics) and is now the principal comparator for the acquired practice.
• Frantz EyeCare: Multi-physician ophthalmology and optometry practice in Southwest Florida providing cataract surgery, LASIK, dry eye, glaucoma, and an optical boutique. Directly comparable service mix and regional footprint.
• Center For Sight: Multi-location ophthalmology and optometry practice in Southwest Florida offering cataract surgery, LASIK, dry eye, glaucoma, and aesthetic services. Direct competitor in the same metros with a similar full-service, multi-specialty model.

Regional players

• Mann Eye Institute: Multi-location ophthalmology and LASIK practice in Texas offering cataract surgery, laser vision correction, and optical services. Highly comparable service mix but operates in a different geography (Texas vs. Florida).
• ReVision LASIK and Cataract: Multi-location ophthalmology practice specializing in premium cataract surgery (including Light Adjustable Lens) and LASIK in Ohio. Highly comparable premium surgical offering but geographically distinct.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@collinsvision4068
• Facebookfacebook.com/collinsvision
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/fishereyecenter
• Instagraminstagram.com/collinsvisionfl

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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