Alcon Eye Health Innovation Products Corporate Responsibility About Alcon US Site Media Center Careers Contact Us About Alcon Enhancing Sight to Enhance Life What We Do As the global leader in eye care, Alcon develops and manufactures innovative medicines and devices to serve the full life cycle of eye care needs. We offer the broadest spectrum of surgical, pharmaceutical and vision care products to treat many eye diseases and conditions, including cataracts, glaucoma, age-related macular degeneration, retinal diseases, dry eye, eye infection and eye inflammation, ocular allergies, refractive errors, and other ocular health issues. LEARN MORE Mission and Values The mission of Alcon is to provide innovative products that enhance quality of life by helping people see better. Our market leadership is fueled by innovation that addresses the world’s most pressing eye care needs. LEARN MORE Video Stories Alcon can change the way you see the world. Experience some of our stories. VIDEO ARCHIVE The History of Alcon Alcon has a nearly 70-year heritage built on trust. Founded in 1945, Alcon has grown from a small ophthalmic shop to the second-largest division of Novartis, one of the most successful and respected healthcare companies in the world. Our long history of delivering innovative and high-quality products that enhance people's lives and vision has helped Alcon become the global leader in eye care, and has helped establish our strong reputation throughout the global eye care community. LEARN MORE Locations Alcon has more than 24,000 associates in 75 countries, collectively working to preserve, restore and enhance vision globally. LEARN MORE Alcon Features and Highlights View success stories, company highlights and other Alcon information. LEARN MORE Executive Leadership Team The Alcon leadership team drives us to do what we do best. Learn about our Executive Leadership Team and their dedication to Alcon and its mission. LEARN MORE Caring for Eyes of Every Age We are here for the full life cycle of eye care needs with innovations to help you see better. SEE MORE Alcon Associates Give Back Many of our associates, located in 75 countries worldwide, volunteer in their local communities. SEE HOW Improving Sight Where it's Needed Most We believe everyone should have the chance to see better, regardless of their circumstances. SEE HOW Worldwide Locations LEARN MORE Careers at Alcon Working at Alcon combines a dynamic, positive work environment with our mission to help the world see better. LEARN MORE Quick Links Health Care Professionals Alcon Media Center Contact Us Follow us: a Novartis company © 2014 Novartis. Site Map Terms of Use Privacy Policy Accessibility