Refractive Pearl with SHARPEVISION & ASCRS Insights
Post ASCRS 2024 & Outliers Ophthalmology Insights
As the curtains closed on ASCRS 2024, we were filled with gratitude for the opportunity to connect with esteemed practices and industry leaders. Over the course of the event, we engaged in insightful discussions about the current state and future of ophthalmology and optometry, exploring innovative solutions to enhance patient care and practice efficiency.
Our journey at ASCRS was preceded by a noteworthy presence at The Outliers Ophthalmology Meeting, where we had the privilege of meeting with Refractive doctors and delving into the latest advancements in the field. These experiences reinforced our commitment to staying at the forefront of industry trends and innovations, empowering practices to thrive in an ever-evolving landscape.
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During our time at The Outliers Meeting, attendees were encouraged to share insights and innovations through concise 3-minute pearl presentations. It was truly inspiring to witness 
practices from across the world come together to address common challenges and share their solutions.
During these presentations, each practice was tasked with identifying a problem they encountered in their day-to-day operations, outlining the solution they developed to address it, and discussing the impact of their problem-solving approach on their practice.
These presentations served as a powerful reminder of the creativity and resourcefulness within the Refractive community, as practices showcased their ingenuity in tackling various issues. From optimizing patient flow to improving the patient experience, each presentation offered valuable lessons and insights that resonated with attendees.
This question made us reflect on our recent partnership and Refractive Pearl with SHARPEVISION.
Refractive Pearl with SHARPEVISION:
Leveraging Technology to Increase Refractive Referrals
SHARPEVISION MODERN LASIK & LENS is a leading authority in LASIK and EVO ICL™ surgeries, dedicated to delivering top-tier refractive procedures.
Each SHARPEVISION clinic is spearheaded by esteemed surgeons and a highly skilled staff, committed to providing personalized care tailored to each patient’s unique needs. With a patient-centric approach and a focus on cutting-edge technology, SHARPEVISION has become synonymous with life-changing results.
With Refractive volumes fluctuating across the country, SHARPEVISION focused on improving how they managed LASIK and premium IOL referrals from referring doctors. To address this issue, they partnered with Sophrona to implement our Referral Portal—a solution designed to streamline the referral process and enhance communication between providers.
The results have been remarkable, demonstrating a significant improvement in referral processing time and overall practice workflow. The Referral Portal provides a seamless and efficient way for referring doctors to send LASIK and premium IOL referrals to SHARPEVISION.
Refractive Pearl with SHARPEVISION: Benefits & Takeaways
Sophrona’s Referral Portal integration has further enhanced SHARPEVISION’s commitment to seamless patient experiences, streamlining the referral process and ensuring that every individual receives the highest standard of care from consultation to post-operative follow-up.
Three immediate benefits after implementing the Referral Portal include:
- Saves staff time with no back-and-forth calls to schedule.
- Patient leaves the referring doctor with a refractive consult scheduled.
- Referring doctors appreciate being able to schedule in real-time and communicate through the Referral Portal.
SHARPEVISION CEO Cory Salter had this to say about the Referral Portal‘s impact on Refractive referrals:
“Refractive patients put a premium on their time. Sophrona helps us get patients scheduled and seen faster. This ultimately contributes to a superior patient experience, and that is what we are always striving to achieve.”
The impact of implementing the Referral Portal at SHARPEVISION has been significant. By providing referring doctors with a user-friendly platform to submit referrals seamlessly, SHARPEVISION has experienced a marked improvement in referral processing time and overall practice efficiency. Not only has this solution helped SHARPEVISION better serve their patients, but it has also strengthened their relationships with referring providers, fostering a collaborative and streamlined approach to patient care.
Solutions that drive positive change
The success story of SHARPEVISION underscores the importance of innovative solutions in driving positive change within medical practices. As we reflect on the insights shared at Outliers and ASCRS and the transformative impact of the Referral Portal at SHARPEVISION, we are reminded of the collective power of collaboration and innovation in shaping the future of eye care.
Thank you to everyone who visited our booth and engaged with us this month.
Whether or not you were able to attend these events, we invite you to take advantage of our offerings remotely. Schedule a demo of our Referral Portal to see how it can transform your practice, or let our team run an ROI calculation to illustrate the tangible benefits our solutions can provide.
We look forward to connecting with you and exploring how Sophrona can support your practice goals, wherever you may be.