06/25/2026
Is your practice ready for the baby boomer demographic shift?
Canada’s population is changing rapidly. Baby boomers make up roughly 25% of our population, and they are entering a new phase of life. Over the next 20 years, the pressure on the healthcare industry, especially eye care, is going to skyrocket.
Since cataracts are the leading cause of vision loss in people over 80, the demand for cataract treatment is about to surge.
But there’s a major hurdle: Awareness.
71% of people don't know how to identify cataract symptoms.
84% don't know the prevention recommendations.
Now is the time to act. As eye care professionals, we have a crucial opportunity to inform aging patients about cataracts, symptoms, and treatments.
Here is how your clinic can prepare today:
🔹 Leverage emerging tech to diagnose cataracts proactively.
🔹 Start conversations early, taking care to address patient fears.
🔹 Educate patients on symptoms and discuss modern treatment options.
🔹 Encourage word-of-mouth by asking patients to remind friends to get tested.
🔹 Set up a referral program tailored for aging patients.
Prioritize awareness, education, and prevention to position your clinic as the go-to destination for Canada’s aging population.
