Media & Thought Leadership

As a recognized leader in refractive surgery and the founder of OVO LASIK + LENS, Dr. Mark Lobanoff is frequently invited to share his expertise on the technologies and techniques shaping the future of vision correction.

This page brings together key media appearances, professional insights, and thought leadership that reflect his role at the forefront of ophthalmology innovation.

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 In the News

See how OVO LASIK + LENS, Dr. Mark Lobanoff, and our team are making headlines across the country. From groundbreaking procedures to national recognition, explore how our physicians are shaping the future of vision correction.

FIRST IN THE U.S. TO OFFER WAVELIGHT PLUS LASIK
CBS Minnesota / WCCO (August 2026)

CBS Minnesota features OVO LASIK + LENS as the first U.S. clinic selected to offer WaveLight Plus LASIK. Dr. Mark Lobanoff explains how ray tracing follows thousands of beams of light through different parts of the eye to personalize treatment.

Dr. Mark Lobanoff being interviewed by WCCO inside OVO LASIK + LENS about WaveLight Plus LASIK.
DR. MARTHA WHITING RECOGNIZED AS A RISING STAR
Minneapolis St. Paul Magazine (April 2026)

Minneapolis St. Paul Magazine recognized Dr. Martha Whiting as a Rising Star, highlighting her growing impact in ophthalmology and commitment to delivering exceptional patient care.

Dr. Martha Whiting of OVO LASIK + LENS, recognized as a Rising Star by Minneapolis St. Paul Magazine
AI-POWERED CATARACT SURGICAL PLANNING
CRST (January 2026)

Dr. Mark Lobanoff explores how AI is advancing cataract surgery planning by improving IOL accuracy, reducing variability, and helping surgeons make more precise decisions.

AI-powered cataract surgery planning using advanced diagnostic imaging at OVO LASIK + LENS
THE VISIONARY BEHIND THE VISION
Minnesota Monthly (Sept/Oct 2025)

Dr. Mark Lobanoff and OVO LASIK + LENS are featured in Minnesota Monthly’s 2025 Top Doctors issue, spotlighting breakthroughs in LASIK, patient-centered care, and OVO’s global leadership in vision correction.

Portrait of Dr. Mark Lobanoff for Minnesota Monthly's Top Doctors 2025 issue
STREAMLINING CATARACT PLANNING WITH EYETELLIGENCE™
CRST (September 2025)

Dr. Mark Lobanoff shares how Eyetelligence™ streamlines cataract and refractive surgery by consolidating diagnostics, reducing errors, and enabling real-time OR edits.

OVO LASIK + LENS Dr. Mark Lobanoff showing the benefits of EYETELLIGENCE™ for cataract surgery planning
FIRST IN U.S. TO PERFORM WAVELIGHT® PLUS LASIK
Alcon

As part of Alcon’s initial release, Dr. Mark Lobanoff and OVO LASIK + LENS were the first in the United States to perform Wavelight® Plus LASIK—an FDA-approved personalized treatment shaping the future of vision correction.

Minnesota's Dr. Mark Lobanoff performing LASIK with Alcon Wavelight® Plus technology at OVO LASIK + LENS, first in the U.S. to use it
Surgical Planning With eyeTELLIGENCE™
CRST

Dr. Lobanoff is featured alongside other leading surgeons, sharing how he incorporates eyeTELLIGENCE™ to streamline planning and improve outcomes.

Doctor Mark Lobanoff media feature about eyeTELLIGENCE for expert surgical planning
Pioneering AI in Ophthalmology
Minnesota Monthly

This feature explores how Dr. Lobanoff is helping shape the future of ophthalmology through AI and innovation—blending cutting-edge technology with patient-first care.

Minnesota Monthly media cover featuring Dr. Lobanoff from OVO LASIK + LENS in Minnesota
Bausch + Lomb & Lochan Announce Collaboration
Bausch Health

Bausch + Lomb and Lochan announce their partnership to advance the eyeTELLIGENCE™ platform. Dr. Lobanoff, founder of Lochan, shares his vision for improving digital surgical planning.

OVO LASIK + LENS advanced eye surgery planning with eyeTELLIGENCE platform

 Video Features & Talks

Watch Dr. Mark Lobanoff and the OVO team in action as they share insights on groundbreaking LASIK technology, patient outcomes, and the future of refractive surgery. These videos highlight the innovation and care that set OVO apart—straight from the experts shaping the field.

Minnesota State Fair 2026: WaveLight Plus & Modern Vision Correction

The Jason Show / FOX 9

Dr. Mark Lobanoff discusses WaveLight Plus LASIK, personalized treatment, recovery, and additional vision correction options including ICL.

WHY ROUTINE EYE EXAMS MATTER

KARE 11 News at Noon

Dr. Lobanoff explains how comprehensive eye exams can help detect silent eye diseases and signs of broader health concerns, including high blood pressure and diabetes.

Dr. Mark Lobanoff presents findings from a multi-site study on modern LASIK, patient satisfaction, and dry eye outcomes

Dispelling Myths: Modern LASIK Outcomes

Alcon Science

Led by OVO LASIK + LENS, this multi-site study shows that modern LASIK does not cause dry eye and delivers high patient satisfaction—challenging outdated beliefs.

Minnesota State Fair 2025: Dr. Lobanoff on LASIK & Innovation

The Jason Show / FOX 9

Dr. Lobanoff joins The Jason Show at the Minnesota State Fair to share LASIK advances, patient benefits, and how new technology is transforming vision care.

Dr. Lobanoff on the Power of the Z8 Laser

Ziemer USA, Inc.

Dr. Lobanoff highlights the Z8’s precision, mobility, and ability to support both LASIK and cataract procedures in one compact system.

eyeTELLIGENCE™ Overview

Bausch + Lomb

Dr. Lobanoff introduces eyeTELLIGENCE™, a cloud-based platform by Bausch + Lomb that streamlines surgical planning and improves team coordination.

Media featured on making the move to office-based surgery in Minnesota

ASCRS 2025 – Office-Based Surgery

Ophthalmology Times

In this ASCRS 2025 feature, Dr. Lobanoff discusses the shift to office-based surgery and how it’s already reshaping patient care at OVO LASIK + LENS.

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 Podcast Appearances

Hear directly from Dr. Mark Lobanoff as he shares his expertise on vision correction, innovation in LASIK technology, and what it takes to lead one of the country’s most advanced eye care centers. These podcast appearances offer a rare behind-the-scenes perspective from one of the industry’s true pioneers.

Dr. Lobanoff's media appearance on the Off The Record podcast
Off the Record – Twin Cities Business

Dr. Mark Lobanoff, founder and president of OVO LASIK + LENS, on making permanent, positive changes.

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