Work upright. See clearly. From the first procedure to the last.
ErgoPath is Hogies' deflection loupe system. A precision 45-degree prism bends the optical path downward so your head stays level and your vision stays sharp. Available from 3.0x to specialist-grade 7.2x. Designed in Melbourne. Supported directly by Jason.
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Most loupes require your head to tilt down toward the work. ErgoPath brings the work up to meet your eye.
Standard prismatic and Galilean loupes are well-proven systems trusted by clinical professionals around the world. They project the image forward, and most people align naturally to their working field without issue.
For some, particularly those who prefer to work with their head in a fully upright position, or who notice neck and shoulder fatigue after extended sessions, a deflection-based system offers a fundamentally different approach.
ErgoPath uses a high-refractive-index prism to bend the optical path 45 degrees downward. The image comes to your working field. Your head stays level. Your neck stays in a neutral position. Throughout the procedure, and at the end of the day.
It is also a flip-up system. The barrels lift completely clear when you do not need magnification, so you move through your day in one frame without interruption.
ErgoPath is not positioned as better than any other loupe. It is a different optical solution designed for a specific working preference. If that preference is yours, it was built for you.
"I can't work without my loupes any more. I love the design and the lightweight feel of the glasses and loupes."
Heidy Delfosse | Verified Hogies Customer
ErgoPath suits every discipline that uses loupes. Dentistry, oral surgery, veterinary practice, hygiene, specialist procedures. If you wear loupes and want a neutral head position throughout your work, ErgoPath was designed with you in mind.
Six reasons ErgoPath is built differently.
Your head stays level
The 45-degree optical path bend directs the image down to your working field. Your head remains in a fully neutral, upright position. Not tilted. Not compensating.
Precision optics across every range
Multi-coated low-dispersion glass with a dielectric prism delivers maximum brightness and edge-to-edge clarity from 3.0x through to specialist-grade 7.2x.
Flip-up freedom throughout the day
The barrels lift completely clear when you do not need magnification. One frame. No switching. Raise the barrels, reposition, step closer or further from the patient, lower them and you are straight back in focus. Something most fixed loupes cannot offer.
38 grams. Adjustable to your face.
The lightweight flip-up frame adjusts interpupillary distance from 42 to 70mm. Available in 12 frame colours. Working distance is set by Hogies at the point of order, matched precisely to you.
A full magnetic accessory ecosystem
ErgoPath is fully compatible with the Hogies magnetic accessory range including the LightView Cordless LED Headlight, laser shields, curved polycarbonate safety shields and prescription lens inserts.
Designed in Melbourne. Supported by Jason.
You order directly from Hogies. Jason responds to every enquiry personally. No intermediary. No call centre. The person who knows the product best is the person you speak to.
Trusted by clinical and surgical professionals across Australia and the world.
"I can't work without my loupes any more. I love the design and the lightweight feel of the glasses and loupes."
Heidy Delfosse | Verified Buyer
"I've been using my Hogies paired with my loupes, and I genuinely wouldn't choose anything else. Over more than a decade of daily clinical use, they've proven to be incredibly durable."
Diana Arcila | Verified Buyer
"Couldn't be happier with Jason's expertise and genuine care. Can't recommend highly enough."
Laser Jedi | Verified Buyer
The deflection principle. Explained simply.
Light enters the barrel horizontally
The optical system captures the image of your working field through precision-ground low-dispersion glass, the same way a standard prismatic loupe begins.
A dielectric prism bends the path 45 degrees
Inside the ErgoPath barrel, a high-refractive-index prism redirects the optical axis downward at precisely 45 degrees. This is what makes ErgoPath a deflection system.
The image reaches your eye with your head upright
Because the image path is bent downward, you see your working field clearly without tilting your head. Your neck stays neutral. Your posture stays correct.
Flip the barrels up when you do not need magnification
ErgoPath is a flip-up system. The barrels clear your line of sight completely. One frame. All day. No interruption.
Choose the magnification that suits you.
Working distance is set by Hogies at the point of order based on your measurements. Book a free consultation with Jason before ordering to confirm the right setup for you.
| Magnification | Suited for | Price (AUD) |
|---|---|---|
| 3.0x | General dentistry, hygiene, paediatric dentistry, general surgery | $3,000 |
| 4.0x | Restorative dentistry, endodontics, ENT, plastic surgery, vascular surgery, veterinary work | $3,200 |
| 5.0x | Oral surgery, periodontics, cardiac surgery, hand and tendon surgery, veterinary specialist work | $3,500 |
| 5.8x | Oral and maxillofacial surgery, neurosurgery, ophthalmology, microsurgical work | $3,750 |
| 7.2x | Advanced neurosurgery, ophthalmic surgery, complex endodontics, microsurgical reconstruction | $4,000 |
Free worldwide shipping on all loupe orders. Student discount available. Not sure which magnification suits your discipline? Book a free consultation and Jason will help you confirm the right choice before you order.
Everything you need. Nothing you don't.
ErgoPath Deflection Loupe Barrels
Your chosen magnification — 3.0x, 4.0x, 5.0x, 5.8x or 7.2x. Multi-coated low-dispersion glass with dielectric prism. Set to your working distance and interpupillary measurement before dispatch.
Hogies MediView Frame
Award-winning 38-gram flip-up frame. Available in 12 colours. Adjustable interpupillary distance 42 to 70mm. Square styling, clean clinical aesthetic.
Adjustable Bridge and Support Cord
Hogies adjustable bridge selected to suit your facial profile. Hogies engineered support cord included to keep your frame secure throughout your work.
Curved Polycarbonate Side Shield
One curved polycarbonate side protection shield included as standard. Adjustment tool and protective carry case also included.
Interchangeable loupe shield and safety shield are available separately through the Hogies magnetic accessory ecosystem. Rimless RX prescription insert is available separately.
Built for anyone who wears loupes and wants their head fully upright during their work.
Dentists and Specialists
General dentistry through to oral surgery and specialist procedures. ErgoPath suits every magnification need from 3.0x entry through to 7.2x specialist-grade. Any discipline. Any working distance.
Hygienists and Clinical Practitioners
Extended chair time, repeated positions, long procedure days. If you notice neck fatigue at the end of a clinical day, ErgoPath was designed with your working environment in mind.
Surgeons Across All Specialties
Cardiac, vascular, plastic, ENT, orthopaedic, neurosurgery and beyond. Any surgical discipline that uses loupes and demands precision over long procedures benefits from a neutral head position throughout.
Veterinarians
Veterinary dentistry and surgical work demands the same precision and ergonomic discipline as human clinical practice. ErgoPath is equally suited to veterinary environments across all magnification ranges.
Students Entering Clinical Practice
The habits you build in your first years of practice shape your posture for the decades that follow. Starting with a deflection loupe system gives you a neutral head position from day one.
Experienced Loupe Wearers
If you have worn standard loupes for years and want to explore whether a deflection system better suits your work, book a consultation with Jason. No pressure. Just an honest conversation.
Direct from the maker. Personal support. No intermediary.
You order directly from Hogies
There is no distributor between you and the people who designed ErgoPath. You communicate directly with Jason. He responds to every enquiry personally, answers every question before you order and remains your contact after dispatch.
Approximately 3-week dispatch
Your working distance is confirmed and your loupe system is built and set before it ships. Approximately 3 weeks from order to dispatch. Free worldwide shipping on every loupe and light order.
30-day money-back guarantee
If ErgoPath is not the right system for you, return it within 30 days for a full refund. We stand behind what we make and we want you to have the right loupe system for your practice.
60+ years of eyewear heritage
Hogies was founded by Martin Hogan in the 1960s. The company has designed and supplied professional eyewear to clinical, surgical and industrial markets for over six decades. ErgoPath is the latest product in that lineage.
Talk to Jason.
Working distance, magnification and frame fit all need to be confirmed before your ErgoPath is built. Book a free consultation and Jason will walk you through everything.
- Which magnification suits your discipline and procedures
- How working distance is measured and set
- Whether ErgoPath is the right system for your work
- What to expect from dispatch, delivery and after-sales support
- Any questions you have before committing to an order
Jason responds directly. No call centre. No sales rep. The person you speak to is the person who knows this product best.
Book your free consultation with Jason.
No pressure. No obligation. Jason will answer your questions and make sure ErgoPath is the right choice before you commit to an order.
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Not sure if ErgoPath is right for you? Hogies also offers a range of flip-up loupe systems to suit different clinical preferences. Explore all loupes.
Common questions about ErgoPath.
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