Alcon

Alcon is a global leader in eye care, focusing on pharmaceutical and medical device solutions for ophthalmic conditions. Founded in 1945 in Fort Worth, Texas, the company has grown to operate in 60 countries and serve patients in over 140 countries. Alcon employs around 4,500 people at its Fort Worth location and has its global headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland. The company offers a wide range of eye care products, including eye drop formulations, therapies for glaucoma, intraocular lenses, and contact lenses. Alcon also provides surgical equipment and technologies, such as laser eye surgery tools and glaucoma surgery stent technology. With a commitment to innovation, Alcon has introduced notable products like the Droptainer® eye drop dispensing bottle and advanced intraocular lens technologies. The company is dedicated to helping people see brilliantly and invests significantly in research and development while supporting patient assistance programs and medical missions worldwide.