EyeCare Partners Announces New Physician Leadership Appointments

ST. LOUIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--EyeCare Partners (ECP) is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Nordlund, M.D., Ph.D., as Chief Medical Officer (CMO) and Joseph Gira, M.D., as Chief Physician Relations Officer (CPRO), strengthening the company’s physician leadership. Effective today, these changes reflect ECP's commitment to clinical excellence and strategic growth.

“We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Nordlund and Dr. Gira to their new roles. Dr. Nordlund's unparalleled expertise in cataract surgery and corneal transplantation, combined with his leadership in clinical governance, will drive our commitment to clinical excellence and innovation,” said Daniel Miller, M.D., Ph.D., Ophthalmology Division President and Executive Medical Officer.

Miller added, “Dr. Gira's visionary approach to refractive cataract surgery and his dedication to physician mentorship and business development will be pivotal in fostering a culture of growth and collaboration. Together, their leadership will propel EyeCare Partners to new heights, ensuring we continue to deliver exceptional eye care and expand our impact.”

Dr. Nordlund brings a wealth of experience, having served as Chairman of the Clinical Governance Board at Cincinnati Eye Institute Vision Partners (CVP) and on the Executive Committee for CVP. His extensive contributions to the field include numerous scientific publications, textbook chapters and lectures at national and international conferences. Dr. Nordlund's leadership and expertise will be instrumental in driving clinical strategies and ensuring the highest standards of patient care across ECP's network. Dr. Nordlund practices at the Cincinnati Eye Institute.

Dr. Gira, a distinguished ophthalmologist and innovator in refractive cataract surgery, will focus on physician recruitment, mentorship and fostering partnerships to explore new business opportunities and introduce innovative technologies. Dr. Gira has been in private practice since 1999 and is board-certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Recognized as a Premier Surgeon 300 member, Dr. Gira has made significant contributions to the field through his research, publications, and presentations. He practices at Ophthalmology Consultants in St. Louis.

“We welcome Dr. Nordlund and Dr. Gira to these new roles and the impact they will make,” said Chris Throckmorton, CEO of EyeCare Partners. “Their combined expertise and leadership will be invaluable as we continue to advance our purpose of providing exceptional eye care as the nation’s leading provider of clinically integrated eye care.”

As part of these changes, Dr. Nordlund will step down from the EyeCare Partners Board of Directors, and Dr. Gira will join the board.

About EyeCare Partners

EyeCare Partners is the nation’s leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our patients with a mission to enhance vision, advance eye care, and improve lives. Based in St. Louis, Missouri, over 700 ECP-affiliated practice locations provide services that span the eye care continuum in 18 states and 30 markets. For more information, visit www.eyecare-partners.com, and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook.