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Alcon has announced its agreement to acquire STAAR Surgical, a global leader in implantable lenses for refractive surgery. This strategic move will significantly strengthen Alconโs footprint in the Implantable Collamer Lens (ICL) market โ giving patients more alternatives to glasses and LASIK.
โญ By leveraging Alconโs worldwide reach and STAAR Surgicalโs expertise in ICL technology, this acquisition could transform refractive surgery options and expand access for patients worldwide.
David Endicott, CEO of Alcon, put it perfectly:
โThis transaction will allow us to provide treatment options across the full spectrum of myopiaโfrom contact lenses to surgical interventionsโreinforcing our commitment to addressing the most significant needs in eye care.โ
As refractive surgery continues to evolve, partnerships like this one will drive innovation, improve patient outcomes, and shape the future of vision care.