Urgent Eye Care
Something in your eye, a red or painful eye, or a sudden change in vision? Call us first so we can advise you.
Urgent eye care is for problems that should not wait for a routine appointment, such as something stuck in your eye, a red or painful eye, or a sudden change in vision. Call us first so we can advise you on what to do.
When to call us
Call us if you have something in your eye, a scratch, redness, pain, discharge, or vision that has suddenly become blurry. We can remove debris from the surface of the eye and check for scratches afterward.
Red eyes and conjunctivitis
We carefully diagnose red eyes and conjunctivitis (pink eye) and give you a treatment plan that fits the cause, so you get relief quickly.
Foreign body removal
Accidents happen. Dust, debris or a small insect in the eye is common, and removing it promptly helps prevent damage to the eye.
First we examine your eye to find where the object is and what it is, using magnification and a bright light. Then we gently remove it with a fine instrument or by rinsing the eye. Numbing drops can make the procedure more comfortable.
Afterward we examine the eye again to make sure it is healthy and nothing else is needed, and we give you aftercare instructions to help it heal.
When to go to the emergency room
Go to the emergency room or call 911 for a chemical splash after rinsing with clean water, a serious injury to the eye, or a sudden loss of vision with other symptoms such as weakness or confusion.
Before you arrive
Do not rub your eye. If you wear contact lenses, take them out and bring them with you.
Questions
Do you see walk-in patients?
TO CONFIRM: walk-in policy. Please call first so we can plan for your visit.
General information, not a diagnosis. Your doctor will advise you at your visit.