W Andrew Cies MD

What W Andrew Cies MD does

W Andrew Cies MD, doing business as Newport Center Eye Specialists, is a single-location ophthalmology and optometry practice operating from 400 Newport Center Drive #404 in Newport Beach, California. The practice was founded in 1976 by Dr. W. Andrew Cies after completing his UCLA residency and has been continuously operating for over five decades. The practice employs seven people, including two medical doctors and an optometry team, supported by clinical and administrative staff.

The practice delivers comprehensive eye care spanning medical, surgical, and optical service lines. Surgical offerings include cataract surgery (with LenSx laser and PanOptix/Alcon intraocular lenses), LASIK refractive surgery, glaucoma laser procedures (SLT and YAG), clear lens extraction, pediatric myopia control, dry eye therapy (OCuSOFT Thermal One-Touch and Blephex), specialty contact lens fittings, and reconstructive/cosmetic eyelid surgery. Diagnostic and intraoperative technology includes the ORA Optiwave system, Alcon Wavelight refractive platform, and Avedro corneal cross-linking. The on-site optical department carries luxury designer eyewear brands alongside prescription contact lenses.

Revenue is generated through a hybrid model: insurance reimbursement from major PPOs (Medicare, Anthem, Cigna, Aetna, Humana, United HealthCare, HealthNet, and VSP) for medical and surgical services, supplemented by elective cash-pay procedures (LASIK, premium IOLs, clear lens extraction, and cosmetic eyelid surgery), plus retail margins on designer frames and contact lenses. The patient base spans general vision care, cataract surgery candidates, glaucoma management, pediatric myopia control, dry eye sufferers, and contact lens patients across the Orange County coastal market, with multi-decade patient relationships (35+ years) documented.

Name

W Andrew Cies MD

Legal name

Newport Center Eye Specialists

Website

https://cieseyes.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1976

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

W Andrew Cies MD is a single-location ophthalmology and optometry practice in Newport Beach, California, founded in 1976, providing comprehensive surgical, medical, and optical eye care to the Orange County coastal market with seven employees.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Ophthalmology and Optometry Services

NAICS

Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists) (621111), Offices of Optometrists (62132), 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), Optometry Clinics (Primary Eye Care) (HLAKAKAB), Comprehensive Eye Exams & Vision Care (HLAKAKAA), Ophthalmology Surgery Centers (HLAFAIAF)

Keywords

• Ophthalmology services
• Cataract surgery
• LASIK procedures
• Optometry care
• Eye care services

Headquarters

HQ city

Newport Beach

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, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Medical Eye Care Services: Revenue from comprehensive eye examinations, consultations, diagnostic testing, and medical treatments for conditions including cataracts, glaucoma, dry eye, and other ocular conditions. Billed to insurance or paid out-of-pocket.
2. Optical/Retail Eyewear: Revenue from sale of prescription eyeglasses, frames, and lenses. Provides extensive optical department with premium brand eyewear including Tom Ford, Maui Jim, Prada, Tiffany & Co., Dolce & Gabbana, Ray-Ban, and other luxury brands.
3. Contact Lens Sales: Revenue from contact lens fitting, dispensing, and sales including specialty contact lenses for keratoconus, astigmatism, and multifocal needs.
4. Ophthalmic Surgery: Revenue from surgical procedures including cataract surgery, LASIK, reconstructive and cosmetic eyelid surgery, and glaucoma procedures. Performed at outpatient surgical centers.
5. Clear Lens Extraction (CLE): Elective refractive surgery procedure, similar to cataract surgery but for clear lenses. Not typically covered by insurance as it is an elective procedure.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Newport Center Eye Specialists delivers comprehensive ophthalmology and optometry care from a single Newport Beach location, providing medical eye examinations, optical dispensary services (prescription eyewear and contact lenses), and surgical procedures including cataract surgery, LASIK, glaucoma laser treatments, and reconstructive/cosmetic eyelid surgery. The practice combines board-certified ophthalmologists and optometrists with advanced in-office laser and diagnostic technology to serve patients across Orange County.

Product overview

W Andrew Cies MD (Newport Center Eye Specialists) operates as an ophthalmology and optometry practice offering a comprehensive range of eye care services. The practice provides medical, optical, and surgical eye care through multiple interconnected services: cataract surgery (including LenSx laser-assisted and traditional phacoemulsification with specialty PanOptix lenses), LASIK laser vision correction, dry eye treatment (with in-office OCuSOFT Thermal One-Touch therapy), reconstructive and cosmetic eyelid surgery, specialty contact lens fitting, glaucoma treatment, clear lens extraction (CLE), and myopia control programs for children. The practice also maintains a full optical department with designer eyewear and provides comprehensive eye examinations. The team includes ophthalmologists and optometrists supported by advanced diagnostic and surgical technology including LensX laser, ORA Optiwave, Alcon Wavelight lasers, and Avedro cross-linking systems.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Cataract Surgery Surgical removal of clouded lens using phacoemulsification and lens implant placement, with LenSx laser-assisted option and specialty lens implants including PanOptix multifocal lenses. For patients with cataracts seeking vision restoration.
• LASIK Procedure Laser eye surgery that reshapes the cornea using Ziemer or Intralase laser to create a flap and excimer laser for corneal remodeling, correcting myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism. For adults seeking to reduce dependence on glasses or contacts.
• Dry Eye Treatment Comprehensive treatment for dry eye syndrome and Meibomian gland dysfunction including artificial tears, prescription drops, Blephex lid polishing, and OCuSOFT Thermal One-Touch office procedure. For patients with dry eye symptoms and eyelid inflammation.
• Reconstructive and Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery Eyelid surgery including upper lid blepharoplasty, lower lid blepharoplasty, brow lift, ptosis repair, Botox treatments, and tear duct reconstruction. For patients needing functional or cosmetic eyelid and facial procedures.
• Specialty Contact Lens Fitting Custom contact lens fittings including rigid gas-permeable lenses, toric lenses for astigmatism, multifocal contacts, scleral lenses, limbal fit lenses, and hybrid lenses. For patients with corneal abnormalities, astigmatism, keratoconus, dry eye, or those needing multifocal contacts.
• Glaucoma Treatment Medical management of glaucoma using eye drops, laser treatments (SLT), and surgical options to control intraocular pressure and prevent optic nerve damage. For patients with or at risk for glaucoma.
• Clear Lens Extraction (CLE) Refractive lens exchange procedure similar to cataract surgery for patients seeking to reduce or eliminate glasses/contact lens dependence, with options for monofocal, toric, and presbyopia-correcting lifestyle lenses. Elective procedure not typically covered by insurance.
• Pediatric Myopia Control Treatment programs for children to slow myopia progression including Ortho-K overnight lenses, atropine eye drops, and multifocal eyeglasses or contact lenses. For children and adolescents with or at risk for progressive myopia.
• Optical (Eyewear) Full optical department offering eyeglass fitting, dispensing, and a wide selection of designer frames including Tom Ford, Maui Jim, Prada, Tiffany, Dolce & Gabbana, Ray-Ban, Burberry, Gucci, and other luxury brands, along with specialty lenses such as progressive multifocal, occupational, polarized, and transition lenses.
• Comprehensive Eye Exams Complete eye examinations for all ages including refraction, diabetic evaluations, Plaquenil screenings, and same-day emergency appointments. For patients of all ages needing routine eye health monitoring.

Quantifiable outcome

• Surgery usually takes less than 15 minutes for cataract procedures
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature11 records

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Others

• Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian: Hospital system in Newport Beach where Dr. Cies previously chaired the ophthalmology department and where surgical cases are performed. Functions as a clinical and surgical facility partner rather than a direct competitor.

Broad incumbents

• LensCrafters: National optical retail chain selling prescription eyewear, designer frames, and contact lenses. Competes with Cies' in-house optical shop on the retail/eyewear revenue stream though without surgical services.
• Warby Parker: Direct-to-consumer eyewear retailer offering prescription glasses and contact lenses. Competes with the optical shop for frame sales, particularly among younger demographics in Orange County.

Direct peers

• NVISION Eye Centers: Multi-location ophthalmology and LASIK platform headquartered in Southern California offering cataract surgery, LASIK, and refractive procedures with a comparable patient demographic. Directly comparable in service mix though significantly larger and PE-backed.
• LasikPlus: National LASIK-focused provider with locations across the U.S. Directly competes for refractive surgery patients in the broader Southern California market with a similar premium-technology positioning.
• Harvard Eye Associates: Orange County-based ophthalmology practice offering cataract surgery, glaucoma treatment, LASIK, and comprehensive eye care. Directly competes in the same geography and service categories as Cies Eye Specialists.
• Acuity Eye Group: Large Southern California ophthalmology group with multiple subspecialties including cataract, refractive, glaucoma, and oculoplastics. PE-backed platform with similar service portfolio and overlapping Orange County footprint.
• TLC Laser Eye Centers: Established LASIK and refractive surgery chain operating across North America. Comparable in laser vision correction offering though focused narrowly on refractive rather than comprehensive ophthalmology.
• Saddleback Eye Center: Orange County ophthalmology and optometry practice offering cataract surgery, LASIK, and optical services. Comparable independent practice competing in the same regional market.

Regional players

• Coastal Vision Medical Group: Orange County ophthalmology practice with cataract, LASIK, and comprehensive eye care services. Comparable service mix and regional patient base though operating on a larger multi-location scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

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