Our team provides prompt emergency eye care for injuries and urgent symptoms. With advanced diagnostic equipment, we can quickly assess and treat infections, damage, and other eye conditions.
If you experience an eye emergency, call us immediately. If your emergency occurs after hours, call 587-606-0260 and follow the phone tree to connect with our on-call optometrist.
Even minor injuries can lead to long-term damage, so don’t wait. Outside regular hours, our on-call optometrist is ready to help.
Please note that after-hours care is available only at our Wainwright location; however, Vermilion location patients can access this service as well. Patients from both Wainwright and Vermilion may access this service when clinically appropriate.
A co-pay fee applies to all after-hours appointments.
There are several reasons why you may find yourself in need of urgent eye care. Signs that can indicate you need emergency eye care include:
Some emergencies may not be immediately obvious. Keep an eye out for these signs and symptoms, and if you notice any, reach out to us right away:
Eye emergencies can happen unexpectedly, so it’s important to know what to do while seeking care. The right actions can address common eye problems quickly.
If you’re unsure whether your symptoms require urgent care, it’s always better to be safe and contact us for advice. Call your usual Wainwright or Vermilion location during regular hours. If your emergency occurs after hours, call 587-606-0260 and follow the phone tree instructions to connect with our on-call optometrist.
If the object is protruding or penetrating the eye, this is a medical emergency and cannot be treated in our office.
Please proceed immediately to the Wainwright or Vermilion Health Centre or your nearest emergency room for urgent care.
Do not attempt to remove an embedded foreign body yourself.
If a chemical gets into your eye, immediately flush the affected eye with cool tap water for at least 15 minutes. This can help reduce damage and relieve irritation. After rinsing, go straight to the nearest emergency room for immediate care.
If possible, bring the chemical container to assist in treatment.
Any blow to the head or eyes warrants an immediate professional evaluation. Injuries such as scratches (corneal abrasions), blunt trauma, or penetrating wounds require urgent care to assess the damage and protect your vision.
Penetrating wounds require medical intervention at your closest emergency room.
Sudden vision changes can signal serious conditions like retinal detachment, glaucoma, or vascular occlusions.
We offer fast diagnostic services to quickly determine the cause and begin treatment. New flashes or floaters may indicate retinal issues, and we perform thorough exams to rule out potential retinal tears or detachments.
Flashes of light or sudden floaters in your vision can be signs of changes in the retina. While floaters are often harmless, a sudden increase in flashes or floaters could indicate a retinal tear or detachment, which requires urgent attention.
At Prairie Vision, our team can quickly assess your eyes using advanced retinal imaging and dilated exams to determine the cause and provide timely treatment to protect your vision.
Eye emergencies require immediate attention to prevent long-term damage. If you’re experiencing any of the symptoms mentioned or have sustained an eye injury, contact Prairie Vision right away.
Contact our Wainwright or Vermilion locations during business hours or call 587-606-0260 after hours and follow the phone tree instructions to reach our on-call optometrist. Our team is here to help you get the care you need whenever you need it. Your vision is too important to delay; call us today for fast, reliable emergency eye care.
We serve patients of all ages from Wainwright, Viking, Provost, Lloydminster, Macklin, and the surrounding areas.
* Closed on Statutory Holidays
We serve patients of all ages from Kitscoty, Mannville, Elk Point, Dewberry, and the surrounding areas.
* Closed on Statutory Holidays
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