In a significant public health partnership, global eye care leader Alcon has joined forces with Trinidad Eye Hospital (TEH) to deliver comprehensive vision services to communities throughout Trinidad and Tobago. The collaborative effort, operating under Alcon’s ‘In Motion’ initiative, represents a major step toward eliminating barriers to essential eye care services across the nation.
The program commenced its operations in November 2025 at the Diego Martin Public Library, with an ambitious schedule of community screenings planned through April 2026. The initiative will subsequently expand to Arima, Couva, Point Fortin, and Tobago, bringing professional eye care directly to neighborhoods that traditionally face challenges in accessing specialized medical services.
Each screening event will be staffed by TEH’s certified eye care professionals who will conduct thorough examinations at no cost to participants. The program extends beyond initial screenings to include comprehensive aftercare support. Patients identified as needing vision correction will receive prescription glasses when clinically indicated, while those requiring advanced treatment will be offered complimentary follow-up appointments at TEH facilities.
Majella Joseph of Alcon emphasized the company’s commitment to vision accessibility: “We believe that vision care should be accessible to everyone. Our partnership with Trinidad Eye Hospital enables early identification of potential eye health issues while providing necessary support for management and treatment.”
Dr. Ronnie Bhola of TEH highlighted the strategic importance of the collaboration: “This partnership allows us to extend quality eye care to communities facing accessibility barriers. By combining Alcon’s global expertise with our local clinical experience, we’re actively working to prevent vision loss and promote long-term ocular health.”
Residents seeking information about upcoming screening dates and locations are encouraged to visit the official social media pages of Trinidad Eye Hospital or Bryden Pi, or contact Jason Marcano at 730-2541 for direct assistance.