As an ophthalmologist and adherence expert, Dr. Robert Kinast heard the fears and concerns of his patients about placing eye drops. Playing with this daughter's Play-Doh, he invented a GentleDrop prototype to ease patients' struggles.
The American Glaucoma Society then sponsored a clinical study to see if GentleDrop works: 94% of patients preferred GentleDrop, which improved success, safety, and drop waste. With the potential to help more eye drop users, Dr. Kinast partnered with retired ophthalmologist and seriel entrepeneur, Dr. Ashley Hayden, to bring GentleDrop to you!
Proudly Developed by Opthamologists
Dr. Robert Kinast, MD
Dr. Kinast is Vice-Chairman of Ophthalmology at the Devers Eye Institute in Portland, OR. He has won numerous awards for innovation and teaching. He also directs an indigent eye care clinic.
Dr. Ashley Hayden, MD
Dr. Hayden graduated from Yale University and attended USC Medical school and University of Washington ophthalmology residency. She worked as a board certified eye surgeon for 4 years before pivoting to successful entrepreurship.
The Only Clinically Tested Eye Drop Guide
GentleDrop was proven to improve your eye drop experience in a published clinical study.
Clinical Studies
In a study of 50 glaucoma patients, GentleDrop improved success, safety, and satisfaction:
Read the Follow-Up Study on Low Vision Patients
Read an Editorial on GentleDrop
In a study of 50 glaucoma patients, GentleDrop improved success, safety, and satisfaction:
- 49 (98%) patients felt GentleDrop was comfortable to use
- 49 (98%) patient would refer to GentleDrop to a friend/family member
- GentleDrop reduced bottle tip eye contact by 50%
- GentleDrop reduced eye drop waste by 25%
Read the Follow-Up Study on Low Vision Patients
Read an Editorial on GentleDrop
