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Staar Surgical Appoints Warren Foust As President and Chief Executive Officer

PUBLIC · STAAAug 05, 2026•4 days ago

Position

Chief Financial Officer

Company

STAAR Surgical

Deborah Andrews
Lake ForestManufacturingBiotechnologyHealth CareMedical Device

Description

Staar Surgical has appointed Warren Foust as president and chief executive officer, effective August 4, 2026. He succeeds his role as interim co-CEO and brings a strong vision for the future of refractive surgery.

Company Information

Company

STAAR Surgical

Location

Lake Forest, California, United States

About

STAAR Surgical is a leading global developer, manufacturer and marketer of implantable lenses for the eye with a focus on vision correction. The company is committed to providing high-quality products to help patients see better, and has a strong network of surgeons worldwide.

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