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Andrew Hammer, MD, and Visionary Eye Doctors is the Washington, DC, Area’s First and Only Practice to Offer the Light-Adjustable Lens (LAL) to Cataract Patients

Andrew Hammer, MD, and Visionary Eye Doctors is the Washington, DC, Area’s First and Only Practice to Offer the Light-Adjustable Lens (LAL) to Cataract Patients

WASHINGTON – January 11, 2023 – (Newswire.com)

Cataracts are a leading cause of blindness among older adults in the United States, with more than half of all Americans having cataracts by age 80. Over the last few decades, remarkable progress has been made in improving cataract surgery and patient outcomes. Some of these innovations include laser-assisted cataract removal and premium lens implants, which may allow patients to see most distances, even up close, with no dependence on glasses.

“Visionary Eye Doctors is fulfilling its promise of providing advanced technology with a loving touch with the first customizable lens after cataract surgery.”

Currently, surgeons take measurements of the patient’s eye and, based on those measurements, make their best-educated decision as to which lens power would give the patient the best visual outcome. While effective, a patient would often still require glasses after surgery.

The Light-Adjustable Lens (LAL) manufactured by RxSight™ is the first and only cataract lens implant that can be customized after cataract surgery. This customization helps deliver superior visual outcomes that non-adjustable IOLs simply cannot match. This technology can give patients the best correct vision for distance in their dominant eye. If they wish independence from reading glasses, the surgeon can adjust their non-dominant eye for reading vision.

Visionary Eye Doctors‘ founder and owner J. Alberto Martinez, MD, has always promised to provide state-of-the-art technology with a loving touch. Keeping its promise to the community, VED now provides the latest customizable lens for cataract surgery. 

About Dr. Andrew Hammer, MD                                                    

Dr. Andrew Hammer is a Board-Certified Ophthalmologist. Before joining VED in December 2017, Dr. Hammer was with Baltimore Washington Eye Center. Dr. Hammer earned his medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine, followed by an internship at Eisenhower Army Medical Center in Augusta, Georgia. He then completed his training with a residency in Ophthalmology at the Walter Reed Army Medical Center, which serves the greater Washington, D.C., metro area. Dr. Hammer served as the Chief of Ophthalmology at Ireland Community Hospital in Fort Knox, Kentucky. 

Dr. Hammer was voted a Top Doctor by Washingtonian magazine in 2018. Additionally, Dr. Hammer has been selected as a Top Doctor by Castle Connolly Medical Ltd. Castle Connolly identifies top doctors, both nationally and regionally, based on an extensive nominations process open to all licensed physicians in America. The Castle Connolly physician-led research team reviews and screens all nominated physicians before selecting those regarded as the most outstanding healthcare providers to be Top Doctors. The loyalty of his patients demonstrates his commitment and his passion for his work.

Board-Certified: American Academy of Ophthalmology
Residency: Walter Reed Army Medical Center, Washington, D.C.
Internship: Eisenhower Army Medical Center, Augusta, GA
Medical School: University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD
B.S.: Electrical Engineering, Cum Laude, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY 

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Let’s Talk Interactive Announces Appointment of Joe Lacher to Board of Directors

Let’s Talk Interactive Announces Appointment of Joe Lacher to Board of DirectorsLacher will leverage his experience building employee benefit programs to support LTI’s growth in the insurance sector.

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – January 11, 2023 – (Newswire.com)

Let’s Talk Interactive (LTI), a leading telemedicine solutions provider, today announces the appointment of Joe Lacher to the company’s board of directors. An insurance and risk management professional with more than a decade of experience building successful employee benefit programs for national clients, Lacher will support LTI in cultivating relationships within the insurance sector as the telehealth firm expands its employee assistance program offerings.  

“I am delighted to welcome Joe Lacher to the board of directors,” said Arthur Cooksey, founder, CEO and chairman of the board of Let’s Talk Interactive. “As virtual care technology continues to impact new sectors, such as employee assistance and benefit programs, we are customizing our solutions to fit their unique needs. Our services reduce the cost to provide healthcare services, while increasing patient acquisition and revenue through improved access to care. Joe’s track record in the industry and the relationships he has developed will support us in growing our client base in the insurance and payor space.” 

Currently, Lacher serves as senior vice president of employee benefits at HUB International, the largest privately-held insurance brokerage firm in North America. His focus is to help navigate benefits to employees, incorporating the latest technology innovations and offerings at the best rate for clients. Before joining HUB International, Lacher was a managing partner at The Crichton Group in Nashville, Tennessee. Prior to its acquisition, The Crichton Group was the largest privately-held insurance brokerage firm in Tennessee. Lacher has been recognized as a leader in his company and industry over the last decade, winning multiple Top Sales awards and designations.

“Over the last decade, I have been migrating from manual to tech-focused benefits integrations. Throughout this time, I’ve witnessed the space evolve and really come alive,” said Lacher. “I’m excited to join LTI’s board of directors and introduce the firm’s innovative software, hardware, and AI solutions into the broader healthcare technology benefits space.”

Hailing from Memphis, Tennessee, Lacher attended the University of Tennessee and received a Bachelor of Science in microbiology. He has served in numerous board and advisory-level positions with several nonprofits and social services in Middle Tennessee, including Make-A-Wish, Habitat for Humanity, Monroe Harding Foster Care and Parenting, and others.

To learn more about Let’s Talk Interactive’s board of directors, visit https://letstalkinteractive.com/our-leaders. 

About Let’s Talk Interactive

Let’s Talk Interactive, Inc. (LTI) is an innovator in telehealth that has developed the most complete and configurable HIPAA-compliant telemedicine platform in the world. Through proprietary telehealth software, medical hardware, and provider network solutions, LTI gives those in need instant access to care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, the company ranked No. 496 on the 2022 Inc. 5000 annual list of fastest-growing companies. For more information about Let’s Talk Interactive, visit www.letstalkinteractive.com.

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