(PRESS RELEASE) ANNAPOLIS, MD — Vision Innovation Partners (“VIP”), a leading Mid-Atlantic eye care platform with 69 locations, announced that it has acquired Frederick Eye Institute, a comprehensive ophthalmology practice in Frederick, Maryland. This acquisition marks VIP’s 28th add-on since its founding in 2017 and complements its growing network of ophthalmology practices.
Led by Robert Bruce Hodges, MD, a board-certified eye physician and surgeon, Frederick Eye Institute specializes in cataract surgery and lens implants. The practice also employs the latest technology to provide state-of-the-art care for glaucoma, macular degeneration, cataracts, and dry eyes, as well as routine eye exams.
“The demand for high-quality eye care in the Frederick community keeps growing, and Dr. Hodges has done an outstanding job stepping up to meet that need,” said Chris Moore, CEO of Vision Innovation Partners. “By bringing Frederick Eye Institute into our network, we can provide the operational infrastructure required to support a busy, highly-respected practice. Partnering with a surgeon of his caliber not only expands patient access to state-of-the-art care but also reinforces our continued commitment to growing our premier vision care footprint throughout Maryland and the greater Mid-Atlantic region.”
“We have experienced a significant influx of new patients recently, and maintaining our high standard of personalized care is my absolute top priority,” said Dr. Hodges. “VIP’s support will allow us to efficiently accommodate our growing patient base and provide exceptional, uninterrupted clinical and surgical care to the Frederick community.”
VIP is a portfolio company of Gryphon Investors, a leading middle-market private investment firm.
