Ocutech Ocutech, founded in 1984, is a worldwide leader in developing advanced hi-quality telescopic low vis We welcome your inquiries.

The original Ocutech bioptic telescope, called the VES, was invented by Ocutech’s founding president, Russ Pekar, Ph.D., who is himself visually impaired. Dr. Pekar knows personally the needs and challenges faced daily by the visually impaired, and he is devoted to creating low vision aids that are effective, easy to use, attractive and comfortable to wear. Ocutech is committed to the needs of the visually impaired and supports its products with generous warranties. Ocutech Low Vision Aids are available through doctors and clinics that specialize in low vision care throughout the world. In 1996, Ocutech received worldwide attention when it created the first and only autofocusing bioptic telescope called the VES-AutoFocus. The VES-AutoFocus development project took over 6 years and almost $1 million to complete. Now, thousands throughout the world wear the VES-AutoFocus and experience the closest to normal magnified vision possible from a low vision aid. Individuals who had never been successful with bioptic telescopes gained new-found freedom with the VES-AutoFocus. “It changed my life” many have said. In 1999 Ocutech received the prestigious WINSTON GORDON AWARD from the Canadian National Institute for the Blind in honor of its innovative work to create the VES-AutoFocus.

Get Access to 20+ Clinical Resources for Enhancing Low Vision CareExplore our collection of guides and white papers crea...
03/26/2026

Get Access to 20+ Clinical Resources for Enhancing Low Vision Care
Explore our collection of guides and white papers created specifically for prescribers looking for detailed product insights and clinical information. ➡️ https://ocutech.com/professionals-1/

Living with low vision doesn’t mean giving up independence. Ocutech Bioptics are designed to help people with low vision...
03/24/2026

Living with low vision doesn’t mean giving up independence. Ocutech Bioptics are designed to help people with low vision see farther, move confidently, and stay engaged in the activities they love.

Reading signs, recognizing faces, enjoying the classroom, or even getting back behind the wheel, bioptics give individuals the visual reach they need to stay active and independent.

Who Do Bioptics Help?
Individuals with macular degeneration, albinism, optic atrophy, Stargardt disease, and other central vision conditions

Children who need visual support to learn, explore, and thrive

Adults seeking greater independence at work, school, or on the road

Anyone who wants to see more clearly at a distance and regain confidence in daily life

Ocutech’s mission is simple: empower people with low vision to live fuller, more independent lives.

👉 Learn more or reach out at Ocutech.com

Seeing More of Life Is PossibleVision loss can feel overwhelming.  For thousands of people around the world, Ocutech’s b...
03/24/2026

Seeing More of Life Is Possible
Vision loss can feel overwhelming. For thousands of people around the world, Ocutech’s bioptic telescopes have opened the door to greater independence, confidence, and connection.

Ocutech bioptics can help individuals with a wide range of vision disorders, including:
Achromatopsia • Albinism • Coloboma • Diabetic Retinopathy • Glaucoma • Macular Degeneration • Macular Holes • Myopic Degeneration • Nystagmus • Optic Nerve Disorders • Retinitis Pigmentosa • Retinopathy of Prematurity • Stargardt’s Disease • Tunnel Vision… and more.

If you or someone you love is living with low vision, there are options and there is hope.
Ocutech’s innovative technology is designed to help people see better, live fuller, and rediscover the joy in everyday life.

Learn more or connect with us today at Ocutech.com

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March is Brain Injury Awareness MonthBrain injuries can change the way someone sees the world, literally. Many survivors...
03/19/2026

March is Brain Injury Awareness Month

Brain injuries can change the way someone sees the world, literally. Many survivors experience lasting low vision that makes reading, recognizing faces, or navigating daily life more challenging. But low vision doesn’t have to mean losing independence.

Ocutech bioptics are designed to help individuals with brain‑injury‑related vision loss make the most of the vision they still have. With the right tools and support, people can regain confidence, stay engaged, and continue doing the things they love.

This month, we honor survivors, families, and care teams and we’re here to help anyone navigating life after a brain injury explore options that support clearer, more comfortable vision. Visit Ocutech.com.
















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Learning your child has a visual impairment can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t mean they’re without vision or potenti...
03/17/2026

Learning your child has a visual impairment can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t mean they’re without vision or potential. With the right support, tools, and guidance, visually impaired children can thrive and make the most of the vision they do have.

Our brochure, Preparing Your Visually Impaired Child for Their Future (sponsored by Ocutech), offers a gentle introduction to services, resources, and technology that can help. Start here: chrome-extensio://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://ocutech.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/PrepYourVIChild.Brochure.v1.1-1.pdf

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Nothing makes us happier than a table full of Ocutech bioptics ready for new homes. That’s dozens of people with low vis...
03/10/2026

Nothing makes us happier than a table full of Ocutech bioptics ready for new homes.
That’s dozens of people with low vision about to experience clearer vision, greater independence, and a renewed sense of what’s possible.
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Get Access to 20+ Clinical Resources for Enhancing Low Vision CareExplore our collection of guides and white papers crea...
03/05/2026

Get Access to 20+ Clinical Resources for Enhancing Low Vision Care
Explore our collection of guides and white papers created specifically for prescribers looking for detailed product insights and clinical information. ➡️ https://ocutech.com/professionals-1/
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Bioptic driving has given thousands of people with low vision the chance to stay independent, mobile, and connected to t...
03/03/2026

Bioptic driving has given thousands of people with low vision the chance to stay independent, mobile, and connected to the world around them.

Ocutech bioptics are designed to make that possible offering crisp, magnified distance vision that helps qualified drivers spot signs, signals, and road details they might otherwise miss.

For many, it’s gives them freedom to work, visit family, run errands, and live life on their own terms.

If you or a loved one is exploring bioptic driving or wants to understand how Ocutech bioptics work, we’re here to guide you every step of the way. Reach out Ocutech.com


Losing vision made everyday life harder for Ira Weinstein, reading, watching TV, even recognizing faces. After meeting D...
03/02/2026

Losing vision made everyday life harder for Ira Weinstein, reading, watching TV, even recognizing faces. After meeting Dr. Pankti Patel and using a specialized low‑vision device, he can finally see the world clearly again. His message says it all: “If you have a problem seeing, do something about it… it makes a world of difference.”

Ocutech is proud to help make moments like this possible.

https://www.wwaytv3.com/local-wilmington-resident-gets-to-enjoy-hobbies-again-after-seeing-low-vision-optometrist/

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February is Low Vision Awareness month, and millions of Americans suffer because of it. One local resident now enjoys life better after getting new device for his glasses.

Driving With Bioptics: Quick Surveyhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScePqFv4PXRTvcbbc45NgeTLxpK_ZH18FEgx0iA21lPY...
02/26/2026

Driving With Bioptics: Quick Survey
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Certified Driver Rehabilitation Specialists (CDRS) in Arizona are preparing a presentation for the 2026 ADED Conference, and they want to highlight something that’s often missing, the real‑world experiences of bioptic drivers.

If you use bioptics to drive, your insight can help clinicians better understand what truly supports successful training, skill development, and long‑term driving outcomes.
If you are a bioptic driver, click the link above to take this quick survey and share your experience.
Your perspective can help improve the future of bioptic driver training.

For four decades, Ocutech bioptics have been opening doors for people with low vision helping them see faces more clearl...
02/23/2026

For four decades, Ocutech bioptics have been opening doors for people with low vision helping them see faces more clearly, enjoy hobbies again, return to work, and experience moments they never thought possible.

Across the globe, individuals are rediscovering independence and confidence through technology designed with care, dignity, and hope at its core.

If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with low vision and wants to explore what’s possible, we’re here to help.
Reach out today and let’s take the next step together. Ocutech.com


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For people living with hemianopsia, half the world can disappear making everyday movement feel uncertain. Ocutech’s Side...
02/19/2026

For people living with hemianopsia, half the world can disappear making everyday movement feel uncertain. Ocutech’s SideSight™ offers a gentle vibration alert when something approaches from the non‑seeing side, helping users stay safer and move with more confidence.

A small, discreet device making a big difference in independence. Learn more about the possibilities; https://ocutech.com/ocutech-bioptics-products-overview/sidesight/

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