Emergency Eye Care

Emergency Eye Care services offered in New York, NY

Eye emergencies can happen suddenly, whether it’s a painful injury, sudden vision changes, or unexplained redness or swelling. When your eyes need urgent attention, turn to Hamilton Vistasite Eye Care in Hamilton Heights, New York, led by Cindy Serra, OD, and Nina Saa, OD, for expert emergency eye care. The team can help protect your vision and prevent long-term damage. If you have an emergency, call now. If your concern is less urgent, schedule an appointment by phone or book online.

Emergency Eye Care Q & A

What is emergency eye care?

Emergency eye care is urgent medical attention for sudden or severe eye problems that could threaten your vision or eye health. These issues may develop from injuries, infections, or sudden changes in vision.

You need a prompt evaluation and treatment to prevent permanent damage or complications.

What issues can emergency eye care address?

Emergency eye care can address a wide range of conditions, including:

Eye injuries (from blunt trauma, foreign objects, or chemical exposure)
Sudden vision loss or blurred vision
Flashes of light or new floaters may indicate retinal detachment
Eye infections like pink eye with pain or swelling
Severe eye pain or headache with visual symptoms
Double vision
Swelling or redness around the eye
Sudden sensitivity to light
Burns or cuts to the eye or eyelid

These symptoms can signal serious problems like retinal detachment, corneal abrasions, infections, or even underlying health conditions like glaucoma or stroke.

How do I know if I have an emergency eye care need?

If you experience sudden, intense, or unexplained symptoms affecting your eyes or vision, treat it as a potential emergency. Warning signs include:

Sudden vision loss (partial or full)
Severe pain or discomfort
Eye trauma (especially with bleeding or swelling)
Foreign objects that can’t be flushed out
Chemical exposure to the eyes

When in doubt, call your Hamilton Vistasite Eye Care provider immediately.

What happens during an emergency eye care appointment?

During an emergency eye care visit, your provider assesses your symptoms and performs a detailed eye exam. They may use diagnostic tools like a slit-lamp microscope, fluorescein dye, or pupil dilation to look for signs of injury, infection, or disease.

Based on the diagnosis, your treatment may include medicated eye drops, antibiotics, removal of foreign objects, or referral for surgical intervention. Depending on the severity of your eye condition, your provider may recommend immediate follow-up care to monitor your recovery and prevent complications.

Acting quickly can make a big difference in preserving your vision and eye health. If you’re unsure, it’s better to be safe and seek help right away.

If you have an emergency eye care need, call now. For less urgent needs, book by phone or online at any time.

Emergency Eye Care