Glaucoma, Tonometry, Eye Pressure, Blindness…etc.,

Diaton Tonometry is a revolutionary approach to measuring intraocular pressure (IOP) THROUGH THE EYELID – no contact with the cornea, no anesthesia or sterilization is required. BiCOM’s pen-like, hand-held, portable device is perfect for measuring eye pressure and helps ophthalmologists and optometrists in diagnosis and prevention of blindness caused by glaucoma. This ophthalmic device is irreplaceable for mass glaucoma screenings. Diaton Tonometer is intended for use by Inpatient & Outpatient Clinics such as Hospitals, Emergency Rooms, Nursing & Elderly Homes, General & Specialty Practitioners as well as Ophthalmologists and Optometrists.

Tonometry through the EYELID - Tonometer Diaton

Tonometer Diaton is the solution in the following cases when the use of other devices is problematic or impossible:

* mass prophylactic screening of patients;

* IOP control during clinical observation of glaucoma patients;

* ortoclinostatical probe, as an additional test to diagnose glaucoma and during select the adequate hypotensive therapy;

* ophthalmotone monitoring (even at night time);

* IOP measuring during contact correction (lenses are not taken out),

* IOP measuring in immobilized patients;

* IOP measuring in children.

* on patients with the following conditions: chronic conjunctivitis, cornea pathology, including keratitis, keratotone, cornea dimness, after penetrating keratoplastics, keratoprosthesis, laser refractive correction of the eyesight, high degree of ametropy, astigmatism;

* on patients with medicinal allergies;

* Lasik / LASEK / PRK (recent clinical trials have proved that Diaton is the only device that can be used for IOP measurement right after these surgeries)

Diaton tonometer is a perfect device for mass screenings for glaucoma for any age group. Undiagnosed and untreated, glaucoma can cause blindness. Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in all age groups – from babies to senior citizens. Everyone needs to get diagnosed to preserve eyesight.

Diaton Tonometer will be showcased in BOOTH # MS1121 by BiCOM Inc. and Optimetrics Inc. Florida’s largest Hispanic Ophthalmic Leader. With well over 20 years of experience providing quality, new and used ophthalmic equipment and supplies to ophthalmologists, optometrists and optical retailers. Located in Miami; one of the largest exporting and importing ports of the United States Optimetric offers the latest technology in equipment available today. State of the art showroom displays a variety of products ranging from a simple bulb to a visual field analyzer, chairs and stands, autorefractors, corneal topographers and much, much more.

The founder, Amado Diaz, was the youngest ophthalmic dealer in the country when he started Optimetrics, Inc. His training and experience cover a wide globe of suppliers in the ophthalmic industry from companies like Haag-Streit, Topcon, Marco, Humphreys, Carl Zeiss, Sonomed, Tomey, Katena, RH Burton, Welch Allyn, HGM Laser, Canon, Nikon, AIT, Essilor, Vision-Ease and many others.

More information on Diaton tonometer, including clinical trials data can be found at http://www.TonometerDiaton.com or by calling BiCOM Inc. at the toll free number 1-877-diatons (877.342.8667). Diaton tonometer is delivered complete with training Video/DVD describing full procedure step-by-step in addition to the Test/Training Eye™ which is included with each unit.

About BiCOM Inc.

BiCOM, with its 15 years of tradition and global clientele, has proven to be the enterprise of the highest level of professionalism, integrity and financial solvency. A unique team of engineers, medical, legal and business experts makes BiCOM Inc. the right place for global talent to find support and guidance. BiCOM Inc. sees its mission in bringing to market innovative products developed and manufactured worldwide.

Diaton Tonometer is currently represented in over 50 countries and growing. More about BiCOM at http://www.TonometerDiaton.com

About Optimetrics Inc.

Optimetrics Inc. Florida’s largest Hispanic Ophthalmic Leader. With well over 20 years of experience providing quality, new and used ophthalmic equipment and supplies to ophthalmologists, optometrists and optical retailers. Located in Miami; one of the largest exporting and importing ports of the United States Optimetric offers the latest technology in equipment available today. State of the art showroom displays a variety of products ranging from a simple bulb to a visual field analyzer, chairs and stands, autorefractors, corneal topographers and much, much more. Optimetrics covers a wide globe of suppliers in the ophthalmic industry from companies like Haag-Streit, Topcon, Marco, Humphreys, Carl Zeiss, Sonomed, Tomey, Katena, RH Burton, Welch Allyn, HGM Laser, Canon, Nikon, AIT, Essilor, Vision-Ease and many others.

More about Optimetrics at http://www.Optimetrics.com phone: 305-863-4144

Press Contact –
Heather Joy Roth / Media Relations
BiCOM Inc.
151 East Walnut Street
Long Beach, New York 11561
Phone: 1-877-342-8667

Fax: 1-888-260-0606
Contact@TonometerDiaton.com
http://www.TonometerDiaton.com

BiCOM Inc., a global distributor of Diaton Tonometer (non-invasive Tonometry through eyelid) is answering the call from World Glaucoma Association (WGA) and World Glaucoma Patient Association (WGPA) by advising and guiding all of its distributors located in over 30 countries in North and South America, Europe, Asia and Middle East to participate in the World Glaucoma Day on March 12th through Screening and Awareness campaigns.

BiCOM Inc., a New York based company, in conjunction with NYC Department of Transportation (DOT), will be holding an Awareness and Screening Event at the Staten Island Ferry Terminal – over 100,000 people travel by this ferry daily. The event is scheduled to be covered by local TV, radio and print media.

United States Senator Charles Schumer has officially proclaimed March 12 as World Glaucoma Day in the State of New York.
After reminding some important facts on the threat to vision by glaucoma, the Proclamation states:
“The success of the World Glaucoma Association and the World Glaucoma Patient Association has grown and is measured by the strength and dedication of all its staff, leadership and supporters. [...] I, Senator Charles E. Schumer, do recognize and observe with those gathered today that this day March 12, 2009 be proclaimed “World Glaucoma Day” in the State of New York”.

BiCOM Inc. has a distinctive history of providing the community with free vision screenings and educational events. Tonometer Diaton is currently being used by Lions Clubs International has been noted on “The View” morning television show and coordinated mass health screenings along with the Staten Island Health Action group and other national and international organizations.

This annual Staten Island Ferry Event reaches many eyes yearly, along with bringing attention to the importance of routine Glaucoma Screenings. Glaucoma often goes undiagnosed, leading to its status of the Number One cause of preventable blindness in the United States.

Glaucoma is the leading cause of preventable blindness worldwide.

60 million Americans are at RISK for developing Glaucoma

Prevent Blindness America Survey found that:

• Blindness ranked third (after cancer and heart disease) as people’s major fear.
• It is estimated that over 4 million Americans have glaucoma but only half of those know they have it.
• Glaucoma is 6 to 8 times more common in African-Americans than Caucasians.
• Everyone is at risk for glaucoma from babies to senior citizens. Yes, older people are at a higher risk for glaucoma but babies can be born with glaucoma (approximately 1 out of every 10,000 babies born in the United States).

Often people experience loss of peripheral (side) vision first and compensate for this loss by turning their head. It is imperative to get regular Glaucoma check-ups, as there are medications and surgeries that can be used at the on-set of Glaucoma to stave off vision loss.

“Once you lose your vision, you will never regain it again – wouldn’t you rather catch it before the damage is done?” says Roman Iospa, CEO of BiCOM Inc.

BiCOM, with the introduction of its unique Diaton Tonometer that measures intra-ocular pressure through the eyelid without the use of anesthesia or eye drops, plans to continue free screenings and awareness events to organizations beyond the World Glaucoma Day.

For more information about the World Glaucoma Day: www.wgday.net

For more information about BiCOM Inc. and its Diaton Tonometer: www.GlaucomaEyeTest.com

About BiCOM Inc:

BiCOM, with its 15 years of tradition and global clientele, has proven to be the enterprise of the highest level of professionalism, integrity and financial solvency. A unique team of engineers, medical, legal and business experts makes BiCOM Inc. the right place for global talent to find support and guidance. BiCOM Inc. sees its mission in bringing to market innovative products developed and manufactured worldwide.  More about Diaton Tonometer: http://www.TonometerDiaton.com

BiCOM represents and supports Glaucoma Eye Test aka Diaton tonometers in over 50 countries and growing.  BiCOM conducts Free Glaucoma Screening Events throughout the Globe.

http://www.BiCOM-Ophthalmic.com

About World Glaucoma Patient Association:

The World Glaucoma Patient Association is an umbrella organization which supports glaucoma associations and networks worldwide in their efforts to educate and support their members so that all people with glaucoma can understand and better manage their disease. The WGPA will facilitate the establishment of new glaucoma support groups and coordinate communication and cooperation between existing groups, in addition to promoting international awareness of glaucoma as a cause of preventable blindness.

World Glaucoma Day is sponsored by BiCOM Inc and Tonometry through the Eyelid Diaton.

BiCOM is to set up screening and glaucoma awareness events through out 30 countries on World Glaucoma Day and BEYOND …..

Press Contact –
Heather Joy Roth / Media Relations
BiCOM Inc.
151 East Walnut Street
Long Beach, New York 11561
Phone: 1-877-342-8667

Fax: 1-888-260-0606
Contact@TonometerDiaton.com
http://www.TonometerDiaton.com

Tonometer Diaton is presented at SECO 2009, Atlanta. This new wave of tonometry is on the forefront of Glaucoma prevention and detection, with no calibration required, no contact with cornea, no anesthetic drops required, simple to use and ideal for young and old. The SECO conference takes place at the Georgia World Congress Center in Georgia. Glaucoma Eye Test Tonometer Diaton aims to make measurement of intraocular pressure indicating Glaucoma as routine as a blood pressure screening, to prevent vision loss before it happens. Because Glaucoma is the number one cause of Blindess in the United States, and loss of vision is usually peripheral at first, many do not realize they have the “sneak thief of sight” before the damage has been done.

SECO 2009 is a conference serving optometrists, ophthalmologists, opticians, and ophthalmic professionals who wish to learn new skills, acquire further knowledge of their field and to network with other eye care professionals.

Diaton Tonometer is intended for use by Inpatient & Outpatient Clinics such as Hospitals, Emergency Rooms, Nursing & Elderly Homes, General & Specialty Practitioners as well as Ophthalmologists and Optometrists.

SECO 2009, Atlanta Showcasing Tonometer Diaton - Through the EYELID Tonometry

Mr. Roman Iospa, CEO of BiCOM Inc. has pointed out, “Diaton tonometer allows to do more through mass glaucoma screenings in adults and children without the use of anesthesia drops and, more importantly, with no contact with cornea, since Diaton tonometer measures intraocular pressure through the upper eyelid, which in its turn does not require correction for corneal thickness and dramatically decreases a possibility of infection. ”

SECO 2009 is an opportunity for ophthalmologists and optometrists to obtain free training and to learn of the clinically proven benefits of Diaton (trans-palpebral) tonometry.

Vision Systems Inc. (VSI) http://www.patternless.com will be presenting Tonometer Diaton at Booth # 437, Patternless Edger’s, Traditional Lane and Pre-Test Equipment, HRT Retinal Tomographers and Fundus Cameras for optometrists, ophthalmologists, opticians, and ophthalmic professionals at all career levels.

“Diaton tonometry” is a vanguard approach to measuring intraocular pressure (IOP) through the Eyelid. Non-Contact (no contact with cornea), no anesthesia or sterilization required with this pen-like, hand-held, portable tonometer.

More information on the device, including clinical trials data can be found at http://www.TonometerDiaton.com or by calling BiCOM Inc. at the toll free number 1-877-diatons (877.342.8667).

About BiCOM Inc.
BiCOM, with its 15 years of tradition and global clientele, has proven to be the enterprise of the highest level of professionalism, integrity and financial solvency. A unique team of engineers, medical, legal and business experts makes BiCOM Inc. the right place for global talent to find support and guidance. BiCOM Inc. sees its mission in bringing to market innovative products developed and manufactured worldwide.

More about BiCOM at http://www.TonometerDiaton.com

About Vision Systems Inc.

Vision Systems, Inc. (VSI) is an industry leader in pre-owned optical equipment. Located in Tarpon Springs, Florida, it has quickly become a name recognized both nationally and internationally. Delivering quality equipment, professional installation, and training ensures success for everyone involved…start to finish.

More about VSI at http://www.patternless.com

Phone – 866-934-1030

Barack Obama, President of the United States of America proclaims March 1 through March 7, 2009, as Save Your Vision Week. BiCOM Inc home of Glaucoma Eye Test Diaton – non-contact Glaucoma Eye Test through the Eyelid is prepared to assist with vision screenings. Roman Iospa, CEO of BiCOM comments on Presidents support of glaucoma screenings. Early diagnosis and timely treatment are critical to minimize vision loss from eye diseases.

Proclamation by the president of the United Stated of America addresses the important issue of Blindness and visual impairment that affects millions of Americans. Early diagnosis and timely treatment are critical to minimize vision loss from eye diseases. During Save Your Vision Week – Barack Obama encourages all Americans to take action to prevent their vision loss.

BiCOM Inc. home of Glaucoma Eye Test Diaton Tonometer (IOP through the Eyelid), has been a long supporter of preventive glaucoma screenings. At a recent free glaucoma screening event where BiCOM in conjunction with SAVE Program (Sight for a Vision Exchange) and The Congressional Glaucoma Caucus Foundation conducted at New York City Children’s Services in honor of African American Heritage Celebration has revealed many with elevated intraocular pressure (IOP) a major risk factor for glaucoma. Patients were referred to an ophthalmologist Dr. Lynnette P. Williams-Young a glaucoma specialist for further evaluation.

Vision Testing and Glaucoma Sreening sponsored by BiCOM Inc

Unfortunately, most people have limited knowledge of blinding eye disorders. Based on National Eye Institute 2005 study, only eight percent of respondents knew that glaucoma, a condition that can damage the optic nerve and cause vision loss and blindness, strikes without early warning. Similarly, glaucoma also begins as a silent vision threat; as per Prevent Blindness America, it is estimated that of those Americans that have glaucoma, only half know they have it. It is estimated that 60 million Americans are at risk for developing glaucoma.

Everyone should be screened, especially with availability of new non-invasive (over the eyelid) glaucoma screening technology aka “Glaucoma Eye Test” Diaton tonometer available to optometrists, ophthalmologists and general physicians, enabling doctors to quickly and painlessly screen individuals at risk.

Several demographic groups are at higher risk for visual impairment, including teenagers, diabetics, Hispanics, African Americans, and the economically disadvantaged. Older Americans are more susceptible to eye conditions such as age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and glaucoma. Children need regular vision screenings because vision disorders left untreated during childhood can lead to permanent visual impairment during adulthood.

President Obama stated, “Eye disease knows no bounds, and every American should take steps to protect his or her eyesight.”

To remind Americans about the importance of safeguarding their eyesight, the Congress, by joint resolution approved December 30, 1963, as amended (77 Stat. 629; 36 U.S.C. 138), has authorized and requested the President to proclaim the first week in March of each year as “Save Your Vision Week.”

“I’m pleased to see that President Barack Obama, with only weeks in the office is addressing an important issue of blindness, its early detection and timely treatment. My whole team at BiCOM Inc., and our partners are ready to continue our efforts and act on a larger scale by reaching out to many more people through awareness, training, glaucoma screening events and making “Glaucoma Eye Test” Diaton tonometer available to all that are willing to participate,“ said Roman Iospa, CEO of BiCOM Inc.

From the website of the White House: http://www.whitehouse.gov/the_press_office/Save-Your-Vision-Week-2009/

“NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim March 1 through March 7, 2009, as Save Your Vision Week. During this time, I invite eye care professionals, teachers, members of the media, and all organizations dedicated to preserving eyesight to join in activities that will raise awareness of vision diseases and disorders.”

About BiCOM Inc:

BiCOM, with its 15 years of tradition and global clientele, has proven to be the enterprise of the highest level of professionalism, integrity and financial solvency. A unique team of engineers, medical, legal and business experts makes BiCOM Inc. the right place for global talent to find support and guidance. BiCOM Inc. sees its mission in bringing to market innovative products developed and manufactured worldwide. More about Diaton tonometer: http://www.TonometerDiaton.com

BiCOM represents and supports Glaucoma Eye Test aka Diaton tonometers in over 50 countries and growing. BiCOM conducts Free Glaucoma Screening Events throughout the Globe.

http://www.BiCOM-Ophthalmic.com

Press Contact –
Alina Lagoviyer / Public Relations
BiCOM Inc.
151 East Walnut Street
Long Beach, New York 11561
Phone: 1-877-342-8667

Fax: 1-888-260-0606
Contact@TonometerDiaton.com
www.TonometerDiaton.com