- Sudden vision loss, flashes of light, a curtain over your vision, a chemical splash or an eye injury needs care now. Call our office right away or go to an emergency room. If you can't reach us, call 911.
Eye health
When to call us and when to go to the ER
Optometrists care for many eye problems and check your eye health at every exam. When a condition needs care elsewhere, we refer you and stay involved in your care.
Call the office if your eyes are red, dry, itchy or watering
Book a visit if you see spots, or see worse than before
If you have diabetes or high blood pressure, ask how often to have your eyes checked
Visits for an eye problem
What we check
Red or irritated eyes
The doctor looks for the cause and explains the care you need. Billed to your medical insurance.
Dry eye
We examine your eyes and explain care options, from artificial tears to other treatments. Results vary from person to person.
Diabetes eye checks
If you have diabetes, we check the health of your eyes and share the results with your doctor.
High eye pressure
We measure the pressure in your eyes and, if needed, refer you to an ophthalmologist.
Questions about eye health
What do I do if something gets in my eye?
Don't rub it. Rinse with clean water and call us. If it is a chemical, rinse for a long time and go to an emergency room.
Do you see urgent problems the same day?
Call and the front desk tells you what we can do that day. If it can't wait, go to an emergency room.
If something worries you, call us
The front desk tells you what to do, or gives you a visit as soon as possible.