MASTER’S DEGREE IN OPHTHALMOLOGY
The competitive examination for the 2025 Master’s Degree in Ophthalmology began in April, a process that reflects our commitment to academic excellence and the training of service-minded specialists. In this initial phase, 23 physicians passionate about ophthalmology began their application process.
Having met the established requirements, 16 candidates participated in the evaluation of general ophthalmology knowledge, where they were also presented with our academic proposal. After a rigorous selection process, 10 physicians advanced to the interview stage, and finally, three new residents were selected to form part of the second cohort of future ophthalmologists at Visualiza:
Dr. Meliza García, de Huehuetenango
Dr. Stephani Cifuentes, de Quetzaltenango
Dr. Jonathan Vivar, de Ciudad de Guatemala
Every trained ophthalmologist is one more hope for those at risk of losing their sight. More professionals with the vision, passion, and values of Visualiza will join us in this mission: to combat preventable blindness and bring light to every corner of Guatemala!
OPTOMETRY
Optometry Assistant
Visualiza, through the Integral Development Academy (ADI), and in compliance with its institutional strategic plan, has launched the “Optometry Assistant” internal training program. This program is designed to provide employees passionate about eye care the opportunity to begin their professional journey in the field of optometry.
Selected participants undergo an intensive training process that combines theoretical classes with supervised practice, under the guidance of optometrist Samuel Alonso and the team of professionals from our clinics in Zone 9. This training experience not only strengthens their knowledge but also prepares them to provide quality eye care with a warm and caring attitude.
Starting in 2026, these collaborators will formally begin their optometry studies, thus consolidating their commitment to the visual well-being of communities.
Every step in training new professionals is a step toward a country where everyone can see clearly. With programs like this, we’re building a future where eye health reaches every corner of the country. Because seeing well means living better, and together we’re making it possible!
Bringing Eye Health to Every Corner of Guatemala
In an effort to bring eye care to all Guatemalan communities, Visualiza has held impactful community outreach events in collaboration with the vision centers in Gustatoya, Mazatenango, and Chimaltenango.
During these days, the Visualiza team has reached every community with the commitment to providing quality eye care. From basic checkups to the provision of corrective lenses, each interaction has been a step toward clearer vision and a better quality of life.
were described and provided, low-cost medications were sold, and donations of lenses and surgeries were made. Patients diagnosed for surgery are receiving the necessary follow-up to ensure timely treatment.
Eye health for those who make the country grow
At Visualiza, we recognize the importance of caring for the eye health of those who drive Guatemala’s development: its workers. That’s why our corporate workshops have brought eye care directly to various workplaces, in partnership with companies committed to the well-being of their employees.
During these sessions, vision assessments, eyeglasses are provided, and eye diseases are detected early, allowing more people to access preventive care without affecting their work schedule.
We are grateful to the companies that have trusted us to care for their team’s vision. Together, we strengthen the link between health and productivity, building healthier and more responsible work environments.
Seeing well also means working better!
ALWAYS AT THE SERVICE OF OUR PATIENTS
We launched our new home vision screening program, visiting homes in rural communities to detect vision problems early and refer those in need to our care centers.
Through virtual consultations and remote diagnoses, we use photographs and image analysis submitted by patients to provide timely and accurate care. This asynchronous approach facilitates access to eye care, especially for those facing geographic barriers or mobility limitations.
The home screening program represents a significant advancement in Visualiza’s mission. Now, our volunteers go door-to-door, identifying those in need of eye care and ensuring they receive appropriate care at our vision centers. This personalized approach not only detects vision problems early but also strengthens ties with the communities we serve.
LOGISTIC S FOR EYE HEAL TH SER VICES
Visits to homes and businesses Identif ied personnel Visual acuity measurement Detection of refractive errors and cataracts 1 2 3 4 Referral to the Vision Center 5
IDENTIFY
Who will visit your home to provide a free eye care service. THE STAFF
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The success of these initiatives would not have been possible without the continued support of our employees and the unwavering commitment of our team. Each day is a testament to our shared commitment to making a tangible difference in eye health in Guatemala.
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Our employees recognize the exceptional work of the Vision Heroes, who, with their dedication and commitment to our institutional values, significantly contribute to transforming lives and providing excellent services to our patients at Visualiza.
VISUALIZA HOSPITAL
PRIVATE CLINIC
We congratulate our medical ophthalmologist Dr. Angel Chuy of Hospital Visualiza, a private clinic, who received the Vision Hero recognition for April thanks to his exceptional work and adherence to our institutional values, SERVIR.
TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT
SEVA Management Program
Develop greater awareness of the importance of quality in our services and products; emphasizing the need to listen to the patient at every stage of the process, through the creation of clear, measurable, and achievable goals to evaluate progress and ensure continuous improvement.
LIGHT AND OCULAR ANATOMY (Technical knowledge in optics)
To provide participants with fundamental technical knowledge about the nature of light and ocular anatomy, enabling them to understand the functioning of the human visual system and its relationship to the basic principles of optics, applied to the clinical and commercial fields of optometry and optics.
LEGAL MEDICINE
To provide ophthalmologists with the necessary knowledge and tools in forensic medicine, focusing on relevant aspects of ophthalmology (current regulations), so they can act with legal and professional responsibility in judicial and legal situations, emphasizing the processes the physician performs within the Workflow System.
EYE PATHOLOGIES AND REFRACTIVE DEFECTS
(Technical knowledge in optics)
To train participants in the identification, understanding, and differentiation of major ocular pathologies and refractive errors, strengthening their technical knowledge of optics to improve patient guidance and counseling.
RECRUITMENT 5.0
Provide participants with innovative, technological and humanized tools specific to Recruitment 5.0, to optimize talent attraction, evaluation and selection processes, integrating automation with Visualiza’s approach focused on the candidate experience and organizational culture.
OPTOMETRY
PROTOCOL UPDATE
To update optometrists on the latest protocols for diagnosing, treating, and monitoring visual conditions, incorporating new standards and evidence-based practices to optimize patient care and visual outcomes.
HUMAN-CENTERED LEADERSHIP
(Diploma in Leadership)
To develop conscious and empathetic leadership skills in participants, focused on effective people management, promoting emotional intelligence, assertive communication, and collective well-being as fundamental pillars for positively influencing teams and achieving sustainable organizational goals.
BASIC THEORY, MATERIALS AND TYPES OF LENSES
(Technical knowledge in optics)
To provide participants with fundamental knowledge of basic optical theory, as well as the materials and types of ophthalmic lenses, so they understand their characteristics, applications, and benefits in vision correction, strengthening their technical competence in the optical field.
BIOMETRICS (2nd part)
To train participants in the correct application of ocular biometry techniques and tools, focusing on the accurate measurement of parameters such as corneal thickness, axial length, and corneal curvature, to improve the diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of ocular diseases in the planning of surgical procedures.
Sjögren’s syndrome and CFRP (CME)
To update and strengthen ophthalmologists’ knowledge of the diagnosis, clinical approach, and comprehensive management of Sjögren’s syndrome, with an emphasis on test interpretation and application, to improve early detection, timely treatment, and patient quality of life.
FACIAL MEASUREMENTS AND CONTINGENCY METHODS
(Technical knowledge in optics)
To train participants in the correct performance of facial measurements and the application of contingency methods, with the goal of ensuring accurate fitting of visual aids and effectively resolving common technical situations, thus ensuring the comfort, functionality, and satisfaction of the end user.
PHARMACY PLAN
Identify the therapeutic use of all medications on the Visualiza general list, ensuring efficient patient care and proper pharmacy management. This includes understanding the main indications and precautions to guide patients and ensure the proper use of prescribed medications, as well as identifying and recognizing the legislation and regulations related to pharmaceutical establishments issued by the MSPAS.
