Emergency Eye Care
in Glencoe

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Swift Treatment Is Key 

It’s essential to take swift action if you or a family member experiences an eye emergency. Quick diagnosis and treatment can improve your chances of recovery and mitigate potential vision loss.

Call us right away at 519-287-2548 and ask about an emergency eye exam. We’ll fit you into our schedule as quickly as possible and perform a comprehensive evaluation of your eyes. 

If your emergency occurs outside of our business hours, please proceed to the nearest urgent care centre. 

What Is an Eye Emergency?

Any sudden changes to your vision, severe eye discomfort, eye trauma, or exposure to a foreign substance are considered an eye emergency. Certain eye conditions, such as infections, can also lead to sudden, severe symptoms that warrant immediate attention.

Don’t delay seeking help. Untreated eye emergencies can result in worsening symptoms, potentially leading to vision loss or even blindness. Contact us immediately if you experience any severe eye symptoms or sudden vision changes.

Eye Emergencies

Here are a few common eye emergencies, and the right actions to take: 

  • Eye trauma: If you experience a severe knock to your head or eye, you should follow up with an immediate exam by a medical doctor or your optometrist.
  • Chemical burns: The affected eye should immediately be run under cool tap water for approximately 15 minutes. After rinsing your eyes, book an emergency exam with us or visit the nearest urgent care centre.
  • Embedded object: Foreign objects, like metal or organic material, can become embedded in the cornea or conjunctiva. Your optometrist can safely remove a foreign object using the slit lamp. 
  • Sudden vision loss: Any sudden vision loss (in one eye, or both) is considered an emergency. Contact us as soon as possible for an emergency eye exam, and we can help determine your next steps.

Care When You Need It 

Bad luck happens, but remember that being careful and paying close attention to your surroundings can help mitigate the risk of eye emergencies. 

Your overall eye health is essential to our team at Glencoe Optometrists. We’re here for you when you need us! If you require emergency care, contact us right away.

If you experience an eye emergency and our office is closed, proceed immediately to the nearest urgent care centre.

Where to Find Us

We’re right on the corner of Main and Water. There’s plenty of off-street parking available.

Our Address

  • 140 Main St.
  • Glencoe, ON N0L 1M0

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Hours of Operation

Monday:
8:30 AM 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:30 AM 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:30 AM 5:00 PM
Thursday:
8:30 AM 5:00 PM
Friday:
8:30 AM 5:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed
Sunday:
Closed

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