Eye Health America (EHA), a prominent integrated eyecare platform in the Southeastern United States, has announced a strategic partnership with Bowden Eye & Associates, a leading ophthalmology practice in Jacksonville, Florida. This collaboration represents EHA’s 25th partnership and marks its entry into the Jacksonville market.
Founded by Dr. Frank W. Bowden III, a distinguished cornea specialist and surgeon, Bowden Eye & Associates has been a cornerstone of eye care in Northeast Florida for over 20 years. The practice operates multiple locations in Jacksonville, including Northside, Southside, St. Johns, and the Eye Surgery Center of North Florida. It offers a comprehensive range of eye care services, including LASIK, cataract and glaucoma surgeries, corneal transplants, dry eye treatments, general eye exams, and optical services.
“We are excited to join forces with Eye Health America, allowing us to continue delivering cutting-edge specialty eye care to the Northeast Florida community,” said Dr. Bowden. “Our shared commitment to excellence and patient care makes this a natural fit, and we look forward to the opportunities this partnership will bring.”
This marks the second partnership Eye Health America has made in Florida in the last 12 months, reinforcing the organization’s growth strategy in the state. As part of the partnership, Bowden Eye & Associates joins EHA’s extensive network of ophthalmology and optometry practices across the Southeastern U.S.
“We are thrilled to welcome Bowden Eye & Associates into the Eye Health America family,” said John Swencki, Co-CEO of Eye Health America. “Dr. Bowden and his team have a long-standing reputation for excellence in eye care, and we look forward to working together to expand our reach and provide exceptional, patient-centered care to more communities.”
Dr. Bowden also expressed pride in the practice’s dedicated team, including Dr. Sarah Darbandi, Dr. Jerry Robben, Dr. Natasha Krzyanowski, Dr. Philip Griffith, Dr. Thara Abu-Mallouh, and Patti Barkey, COE. “Our team has built a reputation for outstanding care, and we are excited to contribute to the ongoing growth and success of Eye Health America,” he added.
The partnership between Eye Health America and Bowden Eye & Associates is expected to enhance patient care and drive innovation in ophthalmic services across the Southeast. Together, the organizations aim to deliver superior clinical outcomes and expand access to high-quality eye care.
About Eye Health America
Eye Health America partners with leading ophthalmology and optometry practices across the Southeastern U.S. to provide comprehensive eye care, including medical services, surgery centers, optical shops, and clinical research. The organization is led by Co-CEOs Mary Lou Parisi and John Swencki, with a leadership team including Chief Medical Officer Dr. Cathleen McCabe and other seasoned healthcare professionals.
About Bowden Eye & Associates
Bowden Eye & Associates, founded by Dr. Frank W. Bowden III, is a premier ophthalmology practice in Jacksonville, Florida. The practice is known for its expertise in LASIK, cataract, and glaucoma surgeries, as well as advanced corneal treatments. With multiple locations across the region, Bowden Eye & Associates serves thousands of patients each year, providing high-quality, specialized eye care.
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