Dr. Loren Rude is an experienced and innovative optometrist with over 25 years in ophthalmic care, surgical co-management, and medical education. In his most recent role, he served as a Medical Science Liaison with Alcon, where he collaborated with surgeons and key opinion leaders to advance clinical understanding of cataract and refractive technologies.
Dr. Rude has held leadership roles in both private practice and surgical centers, helping launch multiple LASIK and premium cataract programs across Southern California. He has also served as a clinical director, educator, and partner at several high-volume refractive practices, where he built strong networks with referring optometrists and consistently enhanced patient outcomes.