Eye Emergencies in Inner West Side

Eye Emergencies in Inner West Side

Foreign objects or stabbing pains in your eye? Don’t wait!

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Experiencing a stab of pain in your eye?

Sudden changes in vision? Images appearing faded, blurry or foggy?

Got chemicals or another foreign object or substance in your eye?

Come visit Hill Country Vision Center - Evers Rd. for emergency eye care.

Our Inner West Side optometrists can help you preserve your vision and eye health.

eye emergency treated at Hill Country Vision Center - Evers Rd.

We understand that accidents happen.

Our optometrists know exactly what to do to help you through your eye care emergency.

Whether it’s a workplace accident, an at-home incident, or some other emergency requiring immediate attention, we’re here to help you preserve your eye health and sight!


What To Do If You Have an Eye Emergency

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First things first. Don’t panic! Staying calm is the best way to help you think straight and help those around you to remain calm. Often, it’s not necessary to go to an emergency room for eye emergencies. In fact, the vast majority of people who go to the emergency room for eye care could have received treatment from their local optometrist instead.

If you’re unsure whether you’re experiencing an eye emergency, give us a call immediately! Delay may increase the risk of serious complications and may result in vision loss.

Until you see your eye doctor or seek urgent care, avoid the following:

  • Don’t try to remove an embedded object out of your eye
  • If your eye is injured, don't press on it or rub it
  • Dry cotton and sharp instruments such as tweezers should never be used on the eye.

Whether you've had a workplace accident or an at-home incident, our eye doctors are here to help


Eye Emergencies FAQs

What is considered an eye emergency?

Eye emergencies are anything that may cause permanent damage to your eyes or vision without timely intervention from an eye care professional.

The most common types of eye emergencies include:

  • A blow, poke or other trauma to the eye
  • Sudden loss of vision in one or both eyes
  • Chemical spills in the eye
  • Foreign object embedded in the eye
  • Sudden appearance of light flashes or floaters
  • Contact lens lost in the eye
Does an eye infection require urgent care?

Symptoms of an eye infection typically include itching, burning, redness, crusty and watery eyes. See a Inner West Side eye doctor if your symptoms last over 4 days or if you experience intense pain, redness, blurred vision or light sensitivity.

What should I do if a foreign object enters my eye?

Most of the time, a person can easily remove debris from the eye by repeatedly blinking to get the debris out. If that doesn't work, you can wash your eye with saline (sterile salt water) to flush out any dust and dirt from your eye, or use streaming tap water.

However, to scratch your cornea while attempting to get an object out which can cause further site-threatening complications.

So the best thing you can do in this kind of eye emergency is to get to your eye doctor in Inner West Side as soon as possible.

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- Oct. 03, 2024
I have been a customer of this business for 20 years plus. Thorough eye exams and patient and friend... ly staff that assist you in selecting your eye glasses.
- Oct. 02, 2024
Good place, good eye tests, good staff. I've been going for the last 7 years for my annual checkup. ... I would recommend.
- Sep. 23, 2024
Always have a great experience here everyone is friendly and helpful
- Sep. 16, 2024
If you're looking for vision care, I highly recommend visiting Hill Country Vision Center. The staff... is exceptionally friendly and attentive, creating a welcoming atmosphere from the moment you walk in. They offer an impressive selection of glasses, ensuring you'll find the perfect pair. The office itself is modern and comfortable, enhancing the overall experience. The customer service I received was outstanding, and I truly can't praise it enough.
- Aug. 25, 2024
Great staff and very friendly service and doctors where very informative.
- Aug. 21, 2024
Great service and all the staff were lovely. Dr.Zuercher and technicians were wonderful and got me t... ested, fitted, and sent me home with contacts in one day. Highly recommend
- Aug. 10, 2024
It was good 👍😊
- Aug. 08, 2024
I love this place but when i shedule an appointment with a certain dr please don't assign me a diffe... rent one.
- Jul. 26, 2024
THE OPTOMETRIST DR. TASHA WARD SHOWED CARING AND SUCH GENUINE CONCERN. SHE PROVIDES HER SERVICES IN ... DETAIL DR TASHA WARD ANSWERS ALL QUESTIONS ASKED!!!! YOU'RE NOT RUSHED OR OVERLOOKED!!!! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND DR. TASHA WARD!!!! NO WORRIES NOW!!!! I FINALLY FOUND THE RIGHT OPTOMETRIST FOR ME!!!! WAS HIGHLY IMPRESSED!!!! THE STAFF THERE ARE QUITE COURTEOUS AND HELPFUL, TOO!!!!
- Jul. 26, 2024
A must go for your eye prescription and glasses selection. Dr. Green is very good at what he does.
- Jul. 25, 2024
Everyone there is very friendly and welcoming. Love this place.
- Jul. 22, 2024
Everyone was so nice and helpful. It was a quick and easy process
- Jul. 09, 2024
Dr. Aguilera was awesome !! super friendly, very patient, great customer service!
- Jun. 24, 2024
Thank you for your service! Good doctor. Nice staff!
- Jun. 19, 2024
Great Staff and Dr Michael Aguilera answered all my medical needs for my eye vision Thank you Hill C... ountry Vision Center for outstanding service
- May. 31, 2024
Staff was very friendly,professional and knowledgeable. Had a great experience there.
- May. 26, 2024
Good place to have your vision checked and get your glasses and contacts
- May. 22, 2024
My kids been coming here for years they are so nice
- May. 14, 2024
Very nice staff with prompt service and good frame selection.
- May. 10, 2024
Highly recommend, the eye doctor and the staff are amazing!

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Hours
  • Monday 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Friday 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Saturday 8:30 am - 1:30 pm
  • Sunday Closed
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Have an eye emergency?

Protect your vision by contacting Hill Country Vision Center - Evers Rd. in Inner West Side without delay!

(210) 431-0366