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Focus on Refraction Systems

Replace three machines with one with Tomey Corp.'s RT-6000 combination autorefractor, keratometer and corneal topographer. Its chief benefits are its compactness and cost savings. Its CCD technology allows for accurate measurements in a shortened examination time. The topographic function features height maps and Klyce statistics, contact lens fitting with fluorescein maps, automatic display of PD after both eyes are measured and comparison of the two readings.

Phone: + 81-52-581-5327 (Japan)
E-mail: intl@tomey.co.jp
Web: www.tomey.com

Nidek's OPD-Scan Wavefront Plus Diagnostic System combines an autorefractor, corneal topographer and wavefront analyzer in one easy-to-use unit. The machine uses infrared slit-scanning technology to measure the eye's refractive properties from cornea to retina, using 1,440 data points to quantify its optical aberrations. The eye's non-spherocylindrical refractive errors are displayed as higher-order aberrations using Zernike polynomials and RMS indices in microns and diopters.

Phone: (888) 626-4590
E-mail: rsstom@snip.net
Web: www.nidek.com

The Huvitz DRS-3100 Digital Refraction System from Veatch Ophthalmic Instruments includes the CDR-3100 Digital Refractor, MRK-3100 Premium Autorefractor/keratometer, CLM-3100 Premium Auto Lensmeter and the CCP-3100 Auto Projector. All the instruments communicate with each other and transfer data automatically to the Digital Refractor. The DRS-3100 system also can network with practice management systems for a completely paperless office. The MRK-3100P and CLM-3100P also combine to form the SoulMate Package.

Phone: (800) 447-7511
sales@veatchinstruments.com
Web: www.veatchinstruments.com

Canon's RK-F1 Full Auto Ref-Keratometer replaces the conventional joystick with a trackball and roller tandem that eases hand movement during manual alignment. Once the examinee's pupil is visible in the monitor, you just press the Start button to initiate measurements of refraction and keratometry. The system's measurement head covers an exceptionally wide area, thus speeding up the auto-alignment process. Its built-in printer delivers your printout faster than ever.

Phone: (800) 970-7227
E-mail: rkaiser@cusa.canon.com
Web: www.usa.canon.com/eye-care

Welch Allyn's SureSight system is a child-friendly portable autorefractor that lets you test patients --young children as well as adults -- anytime, anywhere. You can perform objective refraction from a non-threatening 14 inches away, even through glasses and contact lenses. The unit's flashing lights and sounds engage the patient throughout the exam. No cycloplegic drugs to contend with--just fast and easy refractions.

Phone: (800) 535-6663
E-mail: info@welchallyn.com
Web: www.welchallyn.com 

Other Products and Services

DYNAMIC CONTOUR TONOMETER
The Pascal Dynamic Contour Tonometer from Swiss-based Ziemer Ophthalmic Systems Group eliminates the influence of corneal thickness and rigidity on IOP measurements thanks to a "SensorTip" that matches the corneal curvature. It is therefore said to counteract the reported shortcomings of the Goldmann method caused by variations in corneal thickness and other corneal properties.

The Pascal captures a dynamic reading of IOP rather than a static figure, thereby furnishing a range of short-term pressure fluctuations.

Ziemer Ophthalmic Systems AG
Phone: (+41) 32 332 7070
E-mail: vision@ziemeropthalmics.com
Web: www.ziemerophthalmics.com

Volk's ACS BIO lenses can be sterilized quickly and safely with an in-office autoclave.

EASY-TO-STERILIZE BIO LENSES
With Volk Optical's AutoClaveSterilizable (ACS) BIO lenses you get the same performance as with the company's traditional lenses but require less time to sterilize them. Your staff can safely steam-sterilize the ACS BIO lenses in-office using an autoclave, thereby saving hours compared with outsourced ETO gas sterilization.

Available in 20D and 28D powers, these lenses provide high magnification for fundus examinations and are well-suited for preoperative procedures. As with all Volk lenses, the ACS BIO lenses are made of glass for the brightest and clearest image possible.

Volk Optical
Phone: (800) 345-8655
E-mail: volk@volk.com
Web: www.volk.com

Accutome offers immersion biometry training for its AccuSonic A-Scan.

IMMERSION BIOMETRY TRAINING
Accutome Inc. now offers an immersion biometry training program. The company will send a service technician to your office to train your staff on the use of the AccuSonic A-Scan, including hands-on immersion training. Alternatively, Accutome will pay the tuition for one person to attend a hands-on CME-certified course on biometry with the purchase of the AccuSonic A-Scan.

The company offers 30-day trials for its ultrasound equipment.

Accutome
Phone: (800) 979-2020
E-mail: eyeopenr@accutome.com
Web: www.accutome.com

MICRO-INCISION CATARACT KNIVES
Surgical Specialties Corp.'s Sharpoint Sub-2mm series of ophthalmic knives is designed specifically for micro-incision cataract surgery. The company uses a proprietary process it calls Infinite Edge Technology to manufacture incision tools providing unsurpassed sharpness and strict tolerance for consistent wound precision.

The Sub-2mm series comes in Clear Corneal designs of 1.3-mm and 1.6-mm maximum widths, with tapered facets for self-sealing wound architecture.

The ClearTrap knives feature a line indicator for precise wound dimensions; they come in sizes of 1.5 mm x 1.7 mm, 1.5 mm x 2.0 mm and 1.7 mm x 2.0 mm.

The series also includes the ClearPort paracentesis knives, which are available in 0.6 mm, 0.8 mm and 1.1 mm.

Surgical Specialties Corp.
Phone: (800) 523-3332
Web: www.surgicalspecialties.com

Gulden Ophthalmics' Slit Lamp Breath Shield

BREATH SHIELD
Gulden Ophthalmics' Slit Lamp Breath Shield is a clear acrylic protective barrier between the practitioner and patient designed to fit most slit lamps. It is easily installed by slipping it over the oculars and resting it there. It is a suitable replacement if your original breath shield is lost or damaged.

Gulden Ophthalmics
Phone: (800) 659-2250
E-mail: info@guldenindustries.com
Web: www.guldenophthalmics.com