The purpose of the company is to operate medical practices, day clinics, operating theaters and other healthcare facilities, to provide medical and other services in the fields of medicine, healthcare and related areas, as well as all services of a medically and surgically active clinic. The company also manages diagnostic, therapeutic and surgical centers, particularly in the fields of ophthalmology and ophthalmic surgery, and provides all related medical and other services. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, and conduct all business directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It may also provide financing for its own account or for third-party account, as well as provide guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.