Ophthalmic Market Intelligence
EyeQ Research has completed projects for a
diverse group of clients in ophthalmology.

Qualitative and Quantitative Market Research

    Interviewed retina specialists from the US, Europe, and Japan
    regarding the vitreorteinal surgery market. Results were used by a
    major ophthalmic supplier for M&A strategy development.

    Led survey design and analysis for an annual survey of US-based
    femto-laser cataract users. Results were used by manufacturers to
    assess practice patterns and market adoption metrics.

    Interviewed key opinion leaders in dry eye to assess a new
    implantable device technology. Results were used to support initial
    fundraising efforts for an early stage company.

    Designed and implemented a survey of users of a recently launched
    glaucoma surgical device . Results were used by the manufacturer to
    refine marketing and sales strategies.

    Interviewed US-based cataract surgeons regarding premium IOL
    preferences and usage. Results were used by a major IOL supplier to
    refine product positioning and update marketing strategy.

    Interviewed patients and prescribing physicians regarding a
    marketed topical dry eye product. Results were used by a specialty
    pharmaceutical company to refine marketing strategy.

    Interviewed optometrists regarding retinal screening practice trends
    and interest in a new technology. Results were used by a retinal
    imaging company to support a go/no-go decision on an R&D project.

Market Analytics and Modeling

    Built a top-down, population-based model of the global surgical
    presbyopia market. Model was used by two clinical/early commercial
    stage companies for internal planning and external communication.

    Developed a model of the global premium cataract surgery market.
    Results were used by a diagnostic equipment manufacturer to evaluate
    multiple partnership and M&A scenarios.

    Constructed a comprehensive model of the global ophthalmic
    surgical device market for a major manufacturer. Results were used
    for strategic planning and competitive landscape analysis.

    Modeled the LASIK market, including scenario and valuation
    analysis. Results were used by a leading laser manufacturer to
    support a successful patent license negotiation.

Due Diligence Projects

    Researched multiple investment opportunities for leading US and
    European VC firms. Market segments included glaucoma devices and
    pharmaceuticals, retinal diseases, dry eye, and refractive surgery.

    Conducted due diligence on a vitreoretinal surgical device company
    for a European private equity firm. Key topics included threats to the
    surgical market from new pharmaceuticals.

    Evaluated the ophthalmic M&A environment and industry roll-up
    opportunity for a US-based investment firm. Analysis included
    identification of multiple potential target companies.

    Analyzed the ophthalmic hand-held instrument market for a
    healthcare-focused private equity firm. Due diligence efforts
    supported a successful buyout of a leading instrument supplier.

Strategic Advisory

    Worked collaboratively with a leading ophthalmic device incubator   
    to help launch three new companies. Provided research and analysis
    that contributed to product strategy and successful fundraising.

    Supported the fundraising process for an early stage glaucoma
    device company. Provided market intelligence, developed company
    presentation, and participated in meetings with potential VC investors.

    Advised a leading refractive surgery service provider regarding its
    business expansion program. Proposed and evaluated potential new
    business models.

    Developed a physician business case, including financial modeling
    and reimbursement analysis, for a retinal laser company. Resulting
    strategy supported US product launch.



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