Tampa, FL — Contact Lens Spectrum (CLS), the premier clinical publication serving contact lens practitioners and eyecare professionals, is celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2026. Since its inaugural issue in January 1986, Contact Lens Spectrum has been a cornerstone of evidence-based education, clinical insight, and industry commentary for optometrists, ophthalmologists, and other eyecare specialists engaged in contact lens practice and research.
Over 4 decades, Contact Lens Spectrum has documented the evolution of contact lens science and practice, offering peer-driven analysis, clinical reviews, case studies, and perspectives on key innovations in contact lens materials, fitting strategies, and patient management. The journal has provided continuous coverage of major milestones in the field, including the emergence of disposable and daily-wear modalities, advances in rigid GP and specialty lenses, and evolving clinical approaches that shape modern contact lens care.
CLS’s longevity reflects its commitment to delivering timely, scientifically grounded information that clinicians rely on to enhance patient outcomes. It has fostered a community of practitioners dedicated to precision, safety, and innovation in contact lens care through rigorous editorial standards and contributions from leading clinicians and researchers.
As the official contact lens publication under the Conexiant umbrella, Contact Lens Spectrum continues to expand its reach through integrated digital platforms, offering enhanced connectivity and educational resources for eyecare professionals worldwide. Conexiant, a diversified healthcare information and services organization, supports a portfolio of specialty clinical publications and education platforms that provide peer-reviewed content, practice-relevant insights, and high-impact professional development solutions tailored to the needs of eye care providers.
“We are thrilled to meet this milestone anniversary,” said CLS editor in chief Jason Nichols, OD. “We and proud to continue to bring the most informative, clinical contact lens information to you to this day. Thank you as we celebrate together.”
To commemorate the 40th anniversary, Conexiant will highlight retrospective features, historical perspectives, and forward-looking content in upcoming issues of Contact Lens Spectrum, underscoring the publication’s ongoing role in advancing contact lens science and patient care.
About Conexiant
Conexiant is a provider of clinical information, continuing education, and practice support solutions for health care professionals. Its portfolio includes specialty publications, digital education platforms, and professional resources designed to inform, educate, and connect clinicians across multiple disciplines. Conexiant’s editorial rigor and focus on evidence-based content support practitioners in delivering high-quality patient care.
For more information, visit clspectrum.com or contact Conexiant’s editorial team.