Dr. Contact Lens Ranks #1188 on 2025 Inc. 5000 List, with Third Consecutive Honor

Optometry Technology Leader Demonstrates Sustained Growth, Helping Practices Recapture Contact Lens Revenue

PLANTATION, FL – August 12, 2025 – Dr. Contact Lens, the leading contact lens ordering and patient retention platform for eyecare professionals, today announced its ranking at #1188 on the prestigious Inc. 5000 list for 2025. This marks the third consecutive year the healthcare technology company has earned this recognition, placing it among the exclusive 10% of companies that have achieved Inc. 5000 honors three or more times.

The company's sustained performance demonstrates consistent growth in a competitive market, with rankings of #41 in 2023 (debut year), #395 in 2024, and #1188 in 2025. This trajectory reflects the strong market demand for solutions that help optometry practices retain contact lens revenue that traditionally walks out the door to online retailers.

"This third consecutive Inc. 5000 recognition validates our mission and the incredible optometry practices that refuse to settle for the status quo," said Dr. Brianna Rhue, CEO and co-founder of Dr. Contact Lens. "While others race to the bottom, we're racing to the top – helping practices keep what's rightfully theirs."

Addressing a Critical Industry Challenge

Founded in 2016 by optometrists Dr. Jennifer Tabiza and Dr. Brianna Rhue, Dr. Contact Lens was created to solve a persistent problem in eyecare: prescription walkouts. The founders observed that patients would have excellent eye exam experiences, only to take their contact lens prescriptions elsewhere for online purchase, resulting in lost revenue for practices and a disconnection in the doctor-patient relationship.

"We built our solution when we couldn't find existing technology that addressed this need effectively," explained Dr. Rhue. "Our mission is simple: to innovate technology that brings revenue back to the private practice."

The platform has proven highly effective, with approximately 80% of patients purchasing contact lenses from their eyecare practice when using Dr. Contact Lens, according to company data. The system reduces what was previously a 28-step contact lens ordering process to under 2 minutes, dramatically improving workflow efficiency for practices.

Comprehensive Platform Integration

Dr. Contact Lens integrates with major electronic medical record (EMR) and practice management systems, including Eyefinity, RevolutionEHR, ABB Optical, CrystalPM, Officemate, and WVA. The platform functions as both an ordering system and a comprehensive CRM for contact lens patients, allowing practices to track reorder schedules, send automated reminders, and maintain patient engagement.

The platform is designed to be compliant with Federal Trade Commission regulations while still facilitating direct purchases through the practice," noted Dr. Rhue. "We provide patients with digital access to their prescriptions 24/7, meeting regulatory requirements while maintaining the doctor-patient relationship."

Market Leadership and Recognition

Beyond Inc. 5000 recognition, Dr. Contact Lens has established itself as a thought leader in optometry technology. The company maintains independence from contact lens manufacturers, positioning itself as an unbiased technology partner focused solely on practice success.

The platform offers unique capabilities, including bi-directional integration with both EMR systems and contact lens distributors, allowing practices to maintain control over pricing and supplier relationships. Patients can utilize their vision insurance benefits and manufacturer rebates directly through the system, creating a seamless purchasing experience.

"This isn't just about technology – it's about mindset, process, and community," explained Dr. Rhue. "We're helping create a community of practices that believes in capturing what they've earned rather than watching it walk away."

Future Growth and Industry Impact

With sustained Inc. 5000 recognition and growing market adoption, Dr. Contact Lens is positioned for continued expansion. The company is pursuing aggressive growth while maintaining its commitment to comprehensive customer support and education.

The platform's detailed analytics capabilities provide practices with valuable insights into patient retention patterns, top prescribed lenses, and individual doctor performance metrics. This data-driven approach helps practices optimize their contact lens programs and maximize revenue capture.

About the Inc. 5000

The Inc. 5000 is a list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. Companies on the 2025 Inc. 5000 are ranked according to percentage revenue growth from 2021 to 2024. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by March 31, 2021, be U.S.-based, privately held, for-profit, and independent, and have at least $2 million in annual revenue in 2024.

The Inc. 5000 provides a comprehensive look at America's independent small businesses, with past honorees including Microsoft, Timberland, Vizio, Oracle, and many other well-known names that gained early exposure as members of the Inc. 5000.

About Dr. Contact Lens

Dr. Contact Lens is a healthcare technology company that provides a cloud-based contact lens ordering and patient retention platform for eyecare professionals. Founded in 2016 by optometrists Dr. Jennifer Tabiza and Dr. Brianna Rhue, the company's mission is to innovate technology that brings revenue back to private practice.

Dr. Contact Lens serves hundreds of optometry practices nationwide with a comprehensive platform that includes EMR integration, automated patient engagement, vision insurance processing, and detailed analytics. The company maintains independence from contact lens manufacturers, focusing exclusively on practice success and patient retention.

For more information about Dr. Contact Lens, visit www.drcontactlens.com.