Ascend Vision Partners announced its expansion into the Oklahoma City area through the acquisition of Oklahoma Retinal Consultants, Wise Eye Associates, and Sylvester Eye Care and Aesthetics. This move adds a major metropolitan service area to Ascend Vision’s growing network and brings together some of the most respected physicians in the region.
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The addition of these practices strengthens Ascend Vision’s patient access across North and South Oklahoma City, Norman, and extends south to Lawton. The combined network delivers advanced ophthalmic, retinal, and aesthetic services while maintaining a focus on patient-centered care and physician leadership. This expansion creates one of the most comprehensive eye care platforms in the Oklahoma market.
Chad A. Eckes, Chief Executive Officer of Ascend Vision Partners, said that the expansion is an important step in the company’s growth. He explained that the new practices bring exceptional clinical expertise, strong ties to their communities, and a patient-first approach that matches Ascend Vision’s mission. He added that patients will benefit from more appointment availability and a wider range of specialized services across multiple locations.
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The newly affiliated practices are leaders in their respective fields. Oklahoma Retinal Consultants specializes in advanced medical and surgical retina care. Wise Eye Associates provides a full spectrum of ophthalmology services and has built a long-standing reputation for excellence. Sylvester Eye Care and Aesthetics combines comprehensive eye care with aesthetic services tailored to each patient. Together, these practices include nine physicians supported by skilled clinical teams focused on continuity of care and high-quality outcomes.
Dr. Kimberly Wise, Founder of Wise Eye Associates, said the partnership will allow physicians to work more closely across specialties and locations while continuing to provide the high standard of care patients expect. Dr. Carl Sylvester, Founder of Sylvester Eye Care, emphasized that joining Ascend Vision expands access to specialized care from Oklahoma City to communities such as Lawton, which will improve patient care throughout the region. Dr. Sumit Nanda, Founder of Oklahoma Retinal Consultants, noted that partnering with Ascend Vision aligns with the practices’ commitment to their patients and local communities while ensuring continued high-quality care in the future.
A key element of Ascend Vision’s expansion is the inclusion of Lawton, which enhances access to specialty eye care for patients in southern Oklahoma and surrounding areas. This expansion demonstrates Ascend Vision’s dedication to providing advanced ophthalmic and retinal services across diverse communities.
This marks the 20th strategic partnership for Ascend Vision Partners and represents a major step in strengthening its footprint in Oklahoma.
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