Acting Quickly to Preserve Your Vision
An eye emergency requires immediate attention. At Chestermere Optometry, we provide prompt, comprehensive care for a wide range of eye emergencies.
If you are dealing with a sudden injury, eye infection, or a vision-related concern, contact Chestermere Optometry immediately to arrange an emergency appointment.
We’ll fit you in as soon as possible and perform a thorough evaluation of your eye health and vision. If we are closed, please proceed to the nearest emergency room.
What Qualifies as an Eye Emergency?
Eye emergencies can range from sudden trauma to less obvious symptoms that may indicate a serious condition. If you are experiencing any of the following, it is crucial to seek professional care as soon as possible:
- Sudden vision loss
- Eye pain
- Foreign objects in the eye
- Red eyes
- Flashes of light
- Chemical exposure
- Eye trauma
- Swelling
If you experience any of these symptoms, contact us immediately.
Common Eye Emergencies
An eye emergency can occur at any moment, so it is important to know what to do before you can get emergency care. Let’s look at the most common problems and the correct actions to take.
If you are unsure whether your symptoms constitute an emergency, it is always better to err on the side of caution and contact us for advice. For after-hours emergencies, please visit the nearest emergency room or urgent care centre.
This is commonly metal or organic material embedded in the cornea or conjunctiva, which can be painful. Whether you have been exposed to debris, dust, or even small particles, we can help safely and effectively remove foreign objects from the eye.
Do not attempt to remove an embedded foreign body yourself.
The first step in a chemical eye emergency is running the affected eye under cool tap water for at least 15 minutes. Rinsing your eyes off the chemical can help minimize damage and ease recovery.
Following the rinse, visit your optometrist for an emergency appointment or proceed to the nearest emergency room. If possible, bring the chemical in question, as this may help accelerate treatment.
Any serious knock to the head or eyes should be followed up with an immediate examination by a medical professional.
Injuries like scratches (corneal abrasions), blunt trauma, or penetrating injuries need immediate attention. We assess the extent of the damage and can provide treatment to promote healing and protect your vision.
Sudden changes in vision can be a sign of serious conditions, such as retinal detachment, glaucoma, or vascular occlusions. We offer fast diagnostic services to determine the cause and initiate treatment.
New flashes or floaters may indicate a retinal issue or other serious eye condition. We conduct thorough evaluations to rule out retinal tears or detachments.
Protect Your Eyes & Vision
Simple measures like wearing safety glasses can make a massive difference to your eye health. Many Canadians suffer eye injuries at work, and preventive care can help eliminate a large number of workforce injuries.
By making careful choices and paying close attention to our surroundings, we can help reduce the risk of incidents. Let’s work together to stay injury-free!
If you or someone in your family requires emergency care, call us right away. We’ll be waiting to provide swift and knowledgeable treatment!
If you experience an emergency outside regular office hours, proceed to the nearest emergency room or urgent care centre.
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We are located in Chestermere Station near the Safeway. There is plenty of parking outside the clinic.
Contact Information
- Phone: 403-229-2020
- Fax: 403-229-2032
- Email: [email protected]
Our Address
- 110–175 Chestermere Station Way
- Chestermere, AB T1X 0A4
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Enhancing Eye Care with Innovative Technology
We are always seeking ways to help enhance your patient experience and care levels. Our commitment to innovative technology has led us to introduce 3 new diagnostic technologies:
- Optos Monaco can capture detailed digital retina images in one scan, aiding in the early detection of potential eye conditions.
- Olleyes VR Virtual Field uses immersive technology for peripheral vision evaluation.
- Huvitz HTR is an efficient 4-in-1 device that combines refraction, corneal curvature and thickness, eye pressure, and meibomian gland imaging (dry eye assessment).
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- 110–175 Chestermere Station Way
- Chestermere, AB T1X 0A4
- Phone: 403-229-2020
- Fax: 403-229-2032
- Email: [email protected]